Scholarships available for teens

DOWNEY - Downey high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 grade point average and who have volunteered extensively in the community may be eligible for scholarships from the Assistance League of Downey and Gypsy Johnson Auxiliary.To qualify, seniors must have a 3.0 GPA and be in good standing at a Downey Unified high school. Applications are available at each high school guidance office. Scholarships will be presented at an awards assembly scheduled by the respective schools. Deadline for the scholarship application is March 15. Assistance League of Downey and its Gypsy Johnson auxiliary raise funds for their local program, including Operation School Bell, H.O.M.E., a dental program, Christmas gift distribution, vision care, SAT programs and more.

********** Published: February 14, 2013 - Volume 11 - Issue 44