Sooke Autism Support Society (SASS) - Individual Support Scholarship

The Sooke Autism Support Society (SASS)  Individual Support Scholarship is open to graduating students at EMCS who has a designated special need which is fully supported by an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

Criteria:
The Sooke Autism Support Society is delighted to reward and support an individual who maintains a positive attitude and demonstrates a consistent effort at school, as well as tries to be involved in their community to the best of their ability. We are acutely aware of how difficult the transition from youth to adult can be and we want to support this individual with their next chapter which may include a variety of options: engaging in another year at EMCS, attending post-secondary or trades school, working with employment placement professionals, or becoming employed.   It is important that this individual has a plan for what their next year will look like to help them with this transition.

Items required for application to this award are as follows: 
- Application Form (available on the SASS website link below)
- SD62 Confirmation of an IEP for this Academic Year at EMCS
- Letter of Reference from an individual(s) who can describe and endorse your efforts at school and in the community
- Personal Essay on your plan for the year after your EMCS Graduation and how it will help you enhance your ability to live a healthy, happy, fulfilling and inclusive life. (approximately 600- 800 words)

All information provided with this scholarship application will be kept private & confidential. Successful applicants will be asked if we can add their name to our list of scholarship applicants on our Website.