Steve Rourke Memorial Scholarship
THE SCHOLARSHIP
The Steve Rourke Memorial Scholarship will provide financial aid to a dedicated music student currently enrolled in the Breanne Rourke Music Studio. The recipient will use the $1,000 scholarship to further develop their commitment to and interest in music education with Breanne Rourke.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be enrolled in the Breanne Rourke Music Studio for the 2021/2022 year (September-June)
- Submit a 1-2 page essay stating why would be an appropriate candidate to receive this scholarship. Describe your musical journey with Breanne thus far, including any involvement with other musical endeavours (such as school, any other musical extracurriculars), and your future goals. Will be awarded by third party selection team.
**Essays must be submitted by May 31, 2021 to [email redacted]
ABOUT STEVE ROURKE
This scholarship is in memoriam of Steve Rourke (1959 - 2010), who was a devoted father, passionately dedicated to his daughter Breanne's career in music.
Steve was an innovative engineer, as the Director of Engineering at General Motors for nearly 30 years. He was the founding mentor of FIRST Robotics Team 1114, and was an executive sponsor for teams 1114, 1503, and 1680. Through his vision and execution, every elementary and secondary school in the District School Board of Niagara now has a robotics kit. He was a role model to many, and Breanne is thrilled to honour his legacy through this scholarship, as she takes on the role of mentoring her music students.
