LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
NOMINATION FORM

Legacy Scholarship Program

The Legacy Scholarship Program provides tuition-based awards to selected students for participation in formal training at Legacy Performing Arts Academy. Candidates are nominated through partner organizations and invited to attend a scholarship class as part of the selection process.

Awards are granted based on demonstrated focus, responsiveness to instruction, and the capacity to engage within a structured training environment.

Nomination Guidelines

Nominations are submitted exclusively through partner organizations, including Boys & Girls Club and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Submissions from outside of approved organizations will not be considered.

Program Timeline

Nomination Period: April 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026
Scholarship Class: June 2026 --TBD
Decision Release: July 1, 2026
Acceptance Deadline: July 8, 2026
Program Term: September 14, 2026 – May 30, 2027

Eligibility

Students ages 9–18
No prior dance training required
Ability to commit to weekly class attendance upon acceptance

Selection Process

Following the close of the nomination period, selected candidates will be invited to attend a scholarship class in June 2026. This class serves as a primary component of the evaluation process. Participation in the scholarship class does not guarantee selection. Final awards are determined at the discretion of Legacy Performing Arts Academy.

NOMINATION FORM

This form is intended for use by partner organizations to nominate students for consideration in the Legacy Scholarship Program. All submissions are reviewed internally, and selected students will be invited to attend a scholarship class as part of the evaluation process.

STUDENT INFORMATION

First name

Last name

Date of Birth

City & State

PARENT INFORMATION

First Name

Last Name

Phone

ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

Organization Name and Location

Staff Member Submitting Nomination (First & Last Name)

Phone

STUDENT BACKGROUND

Areas of Dance Interest (Select all that apply; no prior experience required)

Ballet

Contemporary

Jazz

Hip Hop

Has the student had any prior dance training?

If yes briefly describe

Why are you recommending this student for the Legacy Scholarship Program? (Required – paragraph)

How do you believe this opportunity would benefit the student? (Required – paragraph)

Is the student able to attend weekly classes if selected?

Does the student have reliable transportation to attend classes?

Are there financial considerations that make scholarship support meaningful for this family? (Optional – paragraph)

Please include any additional information you would like us to consider. (Optional – paragraph)

I confirm that this nomination is being submitted on behalf of a partner organization and that the information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM NOMINATION FORM