This form is to be completed by teachers or administrators of the Connecticut Technical Education & Career System (CTECS) ONLY. If you are a child/step-child of a UCAC Member, do NOT use this form. Instead, use the traditional Scholarship Application. Please note: a student essay is REQUIRED but can be submitted any time prior to the application deadline.

Please provide an email address that the student checks and will have access to beyond graduation
Only CTECS graduating seniors from the programs listed are eligible to apply
Name of Teacher or Department Head Completing Form(Required)
Please provide a detailed description of why you are recommending this student to receive a UCAC/CTECS Scholarship.  Provide specific examples that show the student’s work ethic, leadership, dedication, ingenuity, craftsmanship, teamwork, and/or achievements.  Please do not skimp here.  The information you provide here is a big piece of our process in selecting students to receive cash awards to help them on their way after graduation.
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 256 MB.
Please attach an essay from the student (500-1000 words) based on one of the following prompts: Prompt #1: In your own words, explain the importance of technical education and the contribution you hope to make to society with the skills you have learned and will gain in the future. Prompt #2: Discuss a situation in depth that taught you a valuable life lesson or describe how a mentor, teacher or employer had a positive impact on you.
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