Tearte Family Foundation (TFF) 100 Black Men North Metro MOT Senior Scholarship 2017 -2018

TFF OVERVIEW Founded in July, 2012 Mission Fifth year providing scholarships Past MOT Recipients 2014 Kyle Lively – Morehouse College Alexander Andu – Morehouse College 2015 Jaelin Jordon – Hampton University Jalen Ryan – Alabama State University 2016 Todd "TJ' Bryant - Carson-Newman University Drew Johnson- Kennesaw State University Jerome Kimani Maguta- Georgia Highland College 2017 Trey Baker – Fort Valley State University Bryan “BJ” Owei – Bradley University Corey Walker – Georgia State University

2017 Scholarships Three Awards Requirements $2000 Each Requirements Application Essay Two letters of Recommendations Deadline: February 28, 2018 Awarded at the Youth Achievement Luncheon in April, 2018

TO APPLY Complete Fillable PDF file at: www.TearteFamilyFoundation.com Send completed application, essay and Two (2) Letters of Recommendation to Curtis@TearteAssociates.com By midnight February 28, 2018

7th – 12th Graders Start preparing for your future after high school, NOW! Begin Your College/Career Preparation Meet Your College Guidance Counselor NOW! Start visiting colleges and universities in your Sophomore/Junior years in High School

7th – 12th Graders Action Items Map out your 5 year plan Learn note taking 8 Focus Study to gain knowledge 9 Start building service and extracurricular resume 10 Develop organization and study skills Attend 100 Black Men Career Academy Take PSAT Exam 11 Improve writing skills especially signing your name, clearly. Start developing your resume and writing your essays College/Career exposure Prepare and take SAT Exam at least twice 12 Execute, get things done, Be ahead of schedule, follow up sharpen your problem solving skills College/Career exposure Take SAT or ACT Exam by October of Senior Year

Graduating from high school is your next key step. REMEMBER #1: Never stop dreaming! If you Dream it, You can Do IT !!! #2: Study for high grades and knowledge; you will gain greater knowledge in the process – Knowledge is power! #3: Say to yourself every day… ”Today I will tackle my tasks with drive and commitment. I am excited and enthusiastic about the possibilities for my future.” GOAL: To obtain education that will lead to a successful and sustainable career… Graduating from high school is your next key step.

www.TearteFamilyFoundation.com APPLY TODAY SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY DEADLINE: February 28, 2018 www.TearteFamilyFoundation.com