Brethren,
As you are all aware every year your Valley submits applications from students to receive scholarships from the Orient of Oregon Scottish Rite Education fund. In the past the process has been cumbersome, and at times confusing for all involved. This year we have launched a new website that will help streamline the application process for you and most importantly, the students. The website can be found here: https://orsrscholarships.com
Another change is that we have partnered with ASPIRE Oregon. The ASPIRE program helps students plan for their postsecondary education and future career. Trained volunteer mentors consisting of counselors, teachers, and parents work with middle and high school students to explore colleges, research career training options, and apply for financial aid. It is a program operated by the Office of Student Access and Completion, which is a department in the State of Oregon’s Higher Education Coordinating Commission.
I want to assure you the process is essentially still the same. As in the past, students will fill out their application with the difference the application process is now done completely online. Once we receive their application we will forward it to the proper Valley for review and approval. Once the Valley has made their decision, they will forward their top pics to us, and we will award out the scholarships.
My hope is that with the changes we will see an increase in students applying for our scholarships, and a lot less work for all of us on the back end.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Fraternally yours,
Nicholas Johns 32° KSA
President Orient of Oregon Scottish Rite Educational Charity