Front and Centre Productions is devoted to our students pursuing their educational or occupational dreams after they exit our programs. FAC is proud to offer two scholarships to high school seniors as they begin their next journey into the world.
The Jacob Williams Memorial Scholarship
Each year we honor a senior member of IGNITE Youth Theatre as the recipient of The Jacob Williams Memorial Scholarship. The Mission of the Jacob Williams Memorial Scholarship is to recognize the IGNITE Youth Theatre senior cast member who best exemplifies the spirit of IGNITE. This cast member will have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills, a commitment to academic excellence, a strong work ethic and a dedication to achieving success through teamwork.
The J.E.M. - Youth Leadership Scholarship
In honor of the dedication of the Switala Family to the arts in the Moshannon Valley area, as exemplified through the commitment of Joanna, Emily, and Meredith Switala. The J.E.M. - Youth Leadership Scholarship is a $500 Scholarship to be awarded to a graduating senior who has participated in any of the Front and Centre, Inc. educational programs. Including: IGNITE Youth Theatre, ILLUSIONS Dance, ILLUMINATE Music, INSPIRE Community Theatre, and IMAGINE Arts and Craft throughout their high school career
Jacob Williams Memorial Scholarship - Application
Click on the file below to see the information regarding the application process for the Jacob Williams Memorial Scholarship and read the following!
The qualifications of this scholarship are:
Google Form : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyxxVr-2-DOMASnG3AdDEGPzkgKC18M2hHP8TESDQvAKiZmA/viewform?pli=1
The qualifications of this scholarship are:
- Applicant must have participated in one of Front and Centre Productions' programs during their time in high school
- Applicant must be planning to further their education at a university, community college, trade, military, or technical school
- Up to date resume
- 2 Letters of Recommendation regarding your leadership and mentorship experiences
- Please attach a typed essay (no more than 750 words) that answers the following questions:
- What has IGNITE Youth Theatre taught you?
- What is your favorite IGNITE memory?
- What has IGNITE meant to you?
- Completion of an interview to be held the third week of July
- Google Form Applications must be submitted by Friday, July 21 at 5:00PM
- All materials will be given a code (EX W20-1) by the Director of Education and Outreach, to ensure anonymity
- Scholarships will be reviewed by the four members of the Scholarship Committee and given a score out of 25 (totaling a score out of 100)
- Awards will be given at the end of the closing summer production
Google Form : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyxxVr-2-DOMASnG3AdDEGPzkgKC18M2hHP8TESDQvAKiZmA/viewform?pli=1
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J.E.M. - Youth Leadership Scholarship Application
Click on the file below to see the information regarding the application process for the J.E.M. Youth Leadership Scholarship or read the following!
The qualifications for this scholarship are:
Applications are due to the Artistic Director and Education Committee by Friday July 21, at 5:00PM !
Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzDTWaj1iLBbNXvzOCXDpcUv67t-29SsswnTcGZm7aLjmjDA/viewform
The qualifications for this scholarship are:
- Applicant must have participated in one of Front and Centre Productions' programs during their time in high school
- Applicant must be planning to further their education at a university, community college, trade, military, or technical school
- Up to date resume
- Letter of recommendation regarding your leadership and mentorship experiences
- Brief essay answering the following prompts:
- Describe your experiences at Front and Centre
- How you have been a leader/mentor during your time at Front and Centre
- Describe one lesson from Front and Centre that you will take with you as you move onto your next chapter
- Completion of an interview to be held in July
- Google Form Applications must be submitted by Friday, July 21 at 5:00PM
- All materials will be given a code (EX W20-1) by the Director of Education and Outreach, to ensure anonymity
- Scholarships will be reviewed by the four members of the Scholarship Committee and given a score out of 25 (totaling a score out of 100)
- Awards will be given at the end of the closing summer production
Applications are due to the Artistic Director and Education Committee by Friday July 21, at 5:00PM !
Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzDTWaj1iLBbNXvzOCXDpcUv67t-29SsswnTcGZm7aLjmjDA/viewform
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Our 2023 Scholarship Winners
Peyton Reese - 2023 Jacob Williams Scholarship Winner
Peyton is a graduate from Clearfield Area Junior Senior High School, where she was involved in Drama Club, Band, Jazz Band, Bandfront, Choir, Show Choir, Orchestra, and Tennis! She is a Freshman at Penn West California University. Peyton is a Performing Arts major with a primary focus in musical theatre, and a secondary focus in costume design / creation.