2023-2024 Nelson Edward Powell Memorial Music Scholarship Application

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The Nelson Edward Powell Memorial Music Scholarship is to honor Mr. Nelson “Edd” Powell and his dedication to the music students in Cabarrus County. In 1984 Mr. Powell became the band director at Central Cabarrus High School in Concord, NC. Through his love of music and teaching, he reshaped the CCHS Band into a nationally known program. From 1991 until his retirement, Mr. Powell taught at several middle schools in Concord, NC sharing his passion for music and teaching with hundreds of students every day. Through the gift of music, Mr. Powell influenced many young lives and created memories to last a life time.

A one-time $500 scholarship will be given to one senior at Central Cabarrus High School and one senior at Hickory Ridge High School who has participated in the music programs at their schools for at least three years.

Applications are due by Monday, May 6, 2024.

Student Last Name *

Student First Name *

Student Email *

Student Phone Number *

Phone Number Listed Above Is: *

Home Phone

Student Cell Phone

Parent Cell Phone

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Home Mailing Address *

Parent/Guardian Name *

Parent/Guardian Phone Number *

Phone Number Listed Above Is: *

Home Phone

Parent Cell Phone

Parent Work Phone

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Parent Email *

School You Currently Attend *

Central Cabarrus High School

Hickory Ridge High School

Are you a senior who plans to graduate in 2024? *

Yes

No (if not, you are not eligible for this scholarship)

Have you been a member of your high school band program in ANY capacity (concert band, marching band, color guard, etc.) for AT LEAST three years? *

Yes

No (if not, you are not eligible for this scholarship)

Please list any instruments you currently play in the high school band. Guard members please list equipment on which you have performed. *

Please list experiences, with dates, for your participation in music ensembles. *

Please share any musical accomplishments. *

What is one musical experience that created a lifelong memory? *

How has being part of a musical group has impacted your life? *

What are your current plans for next year, if known. Which college will you attend and in which subject do you plan to major? Will you enter a branch of the military? Do you plan to enter the workforce? *

How will you continue to support music education in the public schools in the future? *

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