IV. YOUR FAMILY

A. Enter complete information about your parent(s) and/or your guardian(s).

Name 1

Number of persons in your family dependant on your parents/guardians for financial support

V. Please answer one of the following questions and upload your essay to the Scholarship Application, using the "Choose File" button below the question. (The essay should follow this format: typed 10 point font, 1" margins, doubled spaced and between 500-750 words):

1. Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing education, jobs, and the way people interact with technology. What opportunities and challenges do you think AI will create for your generation? How should society prepare young people to succeed in a future shaped by advanced technology?

2. What rights should immigrants have in the United States, regardless of their immigration status? Discuss how the U.S. Constitution, laws, and core democratic values influence the treatment of immigrants. In your response, consider the perspectives of immigrants, communities, and the nation.

Suggested sites to assist in essay structure & composition: College Essay Guy, College Scholarships, Scholarships & Financial Aid

VI. Two (2) sealed and signed letters of recommendation are required to support your application. Letters of recommendation can be sent using the link or mailed. At least one must be from an academic instructor.

VII. Letter and Confidential Documents From Your Recommenders

Please review your responses and sign your name below. Your signature will confirm that the information provided is accurate and true and authorizes your school to release the information requested.

University/College in August/September of the year immediately following my high school graduation.

Ways to submit your application, essay, official sealed school transcript, school certification form, and recommendation letters to the address below:

The Gailen and Cathy Reevers Center for Community Empowerment
4126 S. Arlington Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90008-4028
Attention: Stephanie Farmer
(323) 293-0977

Mailed Ford Reynolds Star Scholarship Applications must be postmarked by Saturday, May 9, 2026
or
Applications can be emailed to: info@gcrcla.org
and must be received by 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2026
If sent via email, official sealed school transcripts, school certification form, and
recommendation letters must be postmarked Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Please provide the data requested below and attach an official transcript of grades.

Please provide the data requested below and attach an official transcript of grades

TEST SCORES (optional)

A School administrator/coordinator may enter the scores below.

Passed both parts of CAHSEE:

Is the student a high school senior?

VIII. THESE ARE THE FINAL STEPS.
Have your References Click Here
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO REVIEW YOUR RESPONSES, CLICK THE PREVIOUS BUTTON TILL YOU'RE ON THE FIRST PAGE. ONCE SATISFIED, AND ARE BACK TO THIS POINT, CONTINUE TO THE NEXT LINE.

Before SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION Right-Click THIS LINK - Choose Open Link in New Tab to download and follow the final instructions for requesting your academic documents.THEN, CLICK THE PREVIOUS TAB TO COME BACK TO THIS PAGE TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION. Thank You!