Applicants sought for Sal Salafia award

Initiated in 1997, the Sal Salafia Community Award, a $1,000 scholarship, is awarded to a graduating Middletown secondary school student who has demonstrated excellence in community service in Middletown. Applicants must include a detailed description of their service, how they have been changed by it, and why they should be recognized — in an essay no longer than 750 words.

A brief letter must accompany the essay from a senior representative of the organizations from the community service organization, along with a letter of recommendation from the school guidance counselor, and signed by the parent or guardian. Students must have maintained a 3.0 (B) average and provide a grade transcript.

Students from Middletown High School, Mercy High School, Vinal Regional Vocational Tech or Xavier High School may apply.

Applications must be received by April 15 and sent to Shirley Salafia, 54 Linbert St., Middletown, CT 06457.