San Marcos, CA – Vallecitos Water District invites local high school seniors and students at both Palomar College and California State University San Marcos to compete for scholarships from the District. Up to six scholarships may be awarded in amounts up to
$2,000 per scholarship. The purpose of the scholarship program is to encourage students to learn more about water related issues impacting their community.
Students who compete for a scholarship must complete an essay and provide a personal statement related to their background and/or goals. Selection criteria also include community involvement or volunteer service, a financial needs worksheet, and letters of recommendation from faculty or an associate.
Students may download an application package from www.vwd.org, or contact Chris Robbins at (760) 752-7120 or crobbins@vwd.org to have the materials sent to them. Applications must be received via e-mail or at the District office by 5:00 PM on Friday, March 29, 2024. Eligible students must live or go to school within the Vallecitos Water District’s service area.
About Vallecitos Water District: As an independent, special district, Vallecitos is dedicated to providing water, wastewater, and reclamation services to over 105,000 people in a 45-square-mile area that includes San Marcos; the community of Lake San Marcos; portions of Carlsbad, Escondido, and Vista; and other surrounding unincorporated areas.
