The Kitsap Audubon Society is now accepting applications for $6,000 in scholarships, including a $3,000 Ann Sleight Memorial Scholarship and three $1,000 scholarships.

A new annual Ann Sleight Memorial Scholarship is available to Kitsap County residents who have successfully completed at least one academic year toward a four-year degree in environmental science, forestry, marine or wildlife biology, or related fields of study.

The three $1,000 scholarships are available to Kitsap County graduating high school seniors who intend to pursue a two– or four–year academic degree in environmental science, forestry, marine or wildlife biology, or related fields of study.

Ann Sleight was a founding member of Kitsap Audubon in 1972 and served as the chapter’s first field trip chair. She received her B.A. and M.A. degrees from the University of Michigan, and taught anthropology at Olympic College for 30 years. The Ann Sleight Memorial Scholarship will be funded annually by her generous bequest to Kitsap Audubon.

To be considered for the Ann Sleight Memorial Scholarship, applicants must complete the application form, submit an essay of approximately 500 words stating why they have chosen this field of study, provide proof of good academic standing, and list participation in any projects and activities related to their chosen field.

The $1,000 scholarships are open to graduating seniors from Kitsap County high schools, who are planning to pursue a two or four-year academic degree in environmental science, forestry, marine or wildlife biology, or related fields of study.

Applicants for one of these $1,000 scholarships must:

• Complete the application form;

• Include the name and address of the degree-granting school for transmittal of funds, along with college student ID number, if known;

• Submit a written essay, 500 words or less, stating your reason for choosing this field of study and your career goals;

• Include a current transcript, and SAT or ACT scores;

• List participation in projects or activities related to your chosen field;

• Include two letters of recommendation from teachers or other mentors.

Applications and other required materials for any of these scholarships must be postmarked by March 26, 2016, to the Kitsap Audubon Society, P.O. Box 961, Poulsbo, WA 98370.

Applications may be found online at www.KitsapAudubon.org, or may be requested by contacting Sandra Bullock at roadrunner1957@Comcast.net.

Scholarship winners will be notified by May 1, 2016.