April 1, 2011 > Hayward Youth Commission offers scholarships Hayward Youth Commission offers scholarships Submitted By Shawna Sherman Hayward Youth Commission (HYA) is offering five $250 scholarships to Hayward college-bound seniors. HYA advises the Mayor and City Council of Hayward, elected boards of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, and Hayward Unified School District on issues that affect young people in Hayward. In order to qualify for a scholarship, a student must: 1. Graduate Spring 2011 2. Be a Hayward resident 3. Maintain a Grade Point Average and extracurricular activities indicative of the potential for success 4. Complete two essay questions An application and documents are required by April 15 by mail or in person to: Office of the City Clerk City of Hayward 777 B Street Hayward, CA 94541 Winners will be notified by letter around May 10; awards will be presented at the May 24, 2011 Hayward City Council Meeting. For more information please contact Shawna Sherman, Hayward Youth Commission Advisor, Hayward Public Library at (510) 881-7946 or Shawna.sherman@hayward-ca.gov.