Applying for GSP

Students interested in applying to participate in the 2021 Governor’s Scholars Program will need to download: the Student Application Front Page, Focus Area Page, Consent Form, Extracurricular Activities, Service, Honors/Awards, and Writing Entry (also the Applicant Checklist to ensure a completed application). Refer to the 2021 Helpful Hints: Best Practices & Important Information Packet to see a completed application.

All applications are returned to your school’s guidance counselor.   A sample packet will be available the week of October 5 for all students to review and follow.

• 2021 Helpful Hints: Best Practices & Important Information Packet
• Applicant Checklist
• Student Application Front Page
• Focus Area Page
• Consent Form
• Extracurricular Activities
• Service
• Honors/Awards
• Writing Entry

For Teacher Recommenders:

• 2021 Teacher Recommendation Form
• SAMPLE Teacher Recommendation

For Community Recommenders:

• 2021 Community Recommendation Form  – This form must be returned to the student or his/her school to be submitted with their completed application.
• SAMPLE Community Recommendation
• Helpful Hints for Writing a GSP Community Recommendation Letter