Scholarships Available 2009/2010

Thank you for your interest in obtaining a Scholarship

The deadline for applying for any of the below listed scholarships is Feb. 1, 2010, AND at least 30 days prior to the desired event.

Please read and follow criteria carefully. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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CERTIFICATION SCHOLARSHIP

The Certification Scholarships are to provide financial assistance to Snowsports Professionals who are seeking to further their career by certifying in the Western Division. Scholarships are available for Alpine, Adaptive, Children's and Nordic certification and accreditation events.

Who may apply: PSIA/AASI-Western members in good standing who teach for an affiliated snow sports school. Must have been a member for at least one season prior to applying. The Education Foundation does not award money for annual membership dues in PSIA/AASI.

Criteria: Scholarships will be evaluated based on

Your Commitment to the industry.
Consistent contribution to your snowsports school
How the scholarship will help you fulfill your personal goals, and help the Foundation in carrying out it's vision.

Application deadline: Must be received in the PSIA/AASI Western office by Feb. 1, 2010 ANDone month (30 days) prior to the desired event.

The SATO SCHOLARSHIP

The Sato Scholarship is given to honor the memory of Bruce Sato, a pioneer in the development of Snowboard certification and processes within PSIA. The Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to Snowsports Professionals in the Snowboarding discipline who are seeking to further their career by certifying in the Western Division. Scholarships are available specifically for Snowboarding events.

Who may apply: PSIA/AASI-Western members in good standing who teach for an affiliated snow sports school. Must have been a member for at least one season prior to applying.The Education Foundation does not award money for annual membership dues in PSIA/AASI.

Criteria: Scholarships will be evaluated based on

Your Commitment to the industry.
Consistent contribution to your snowsports school
How the scholarship will help you fulfill your personal goals, and help the Foundation in carrying out it's vision.

Application deadline: Must be received in the PSIA/AASI Western office by Feb. 1, 2010 ANDone month (30 days) prior to the desired event.

SODERGREN SCHOLARSHIP

Who may apply: Current PSIA/AASI-W full time Level II or Level III certified instructors.

Type of event: Multi-day clinic, such as National Academy, or the PSIA/AASI Spring convention, or other full immersion clinic opportunities that will enhance personal and professional growth.

Criteria: Scholarships will be evaluated based on

Your Commitment to the industry.
Consistent contribution to your snowsports school
How the scholarship will help you fulfill your personal goals, and help the Foundation in carrying out it's vision.

Application deadline: Must be received in the PSIA/AASI Western office by Feb. 1, 2010 ANDone month (30 days) prior to the desired event. (Plan ahead: Some events require early registration, for example National Academy is usually sold out several months prior to the event).

How to apply: On Line applications are preferred in "Word" format. Send application above to admin@psia-w.org, or 9709 Hwy 267, Suite B, Truckee, CA. 96161.The letter should include a concise history of your background in the industry, and state how your attendance at this event meets the criteria outlined above. A letter of recommendation from your snowsports school director or staff trainer describing your contributions to the school is also required.

The education fund was designed to help instructors finance their education needs. The past Sodergren Fund recipients have been chosen by a ballot box in each ski/snowboard school and an award has been given annually to those chosen by their peers. They are instructors who have displayed the qualities that Mike and Mim held in high regard. Many of you have skied, worked, partied, cliniced, examined with, and enjoyed the Soddy's throughout their tenure in this division. They truly shared their passion for the the sport, but most importantly, they gave their time and available resources to anyone who was willing to come along with a sense of humor.