2021-22 Southfield Delta GEMS Application
2021-22 Southfield Delta GEMS Application
Southfield Alumnae Chapter | Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
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Greetings!
You are invited to apply for an exciting youth enrichment program for the 2021-22 school year. The Southfield Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is pleased to welcome young ladies who are interested in participating in the Delta GEMS program.
The Delta GEMS program offers a roadmap for college and career planning through activities that provide opportunities for self-reflection and individual growth.
Eligibility and Application Requirements:
Applicants for the Southfield Delta GEMS program must meet the following criteria:
Must be a female student
Must be at least 14 years of age
Must be entering the 9th, 10th, or 11th grade in the fall of 2020, or must be a returning Southfield Delta GEMS program participant. (New applicants entering the 12th grade are not eligible.)
Must have a grade point average of 2.0 or better
Applicants must complete the application process, which includes:
A professional letter of recommendation written by a counselor, colleague, teacher, etc. dated within 120 days
The most recent report card
A 250 to 500-word essay response
A headshot photograph
New applicants must:
Participate in the interview process
Reside in the Southfield Alumnae Chapter's service area: Southfield, Berkley, Birmingham, Clawson, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Heights, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, South Lyon, Milford, Wixom, Townships: Royal Oak, Lathrup Village, Villages: Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Franklin (Southern Oakland County)
Important Information:
The application submission deadline is
Saturday, May 8
for new and returning applicants. Applications will not be accepted after the applicable deadline.
Applications must be submitted via the online application form.
All sections of the application must be completed. Incomplete applications will be disqualified from consideration.
The application may take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete. The applicant should have their recommendation letter, transcript, essay, and photograph ready for upload when completing the application. If the applicant is a driver, a copy of her driver's license and proof of insurance should also be available for upload.
If you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at deltagems@deltasac.org. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance. We look forward to your participation in the program.
Sincerely,
Kimberly Owens Calloway, Chapter President
Eloise Liddell, Educational Development Committee Co-Chair | Delta GEMS