**NEW Format (as of 2018)**
This year the scholarship audition was conducted in a class format rather than a solo audition piece.
Students took a 1 1/2 hour class in the designated genre as well as submitting a brief essay.
Applicants Will Be Evaluated On:
Eligibility Requirements:
How to Apply:
Additional questions may be directed to the scholarshop committee:
Dr. Lindsey Grites-Weeks 609-705-8312
2021 Senior Scholarship Winners:
1st Place: Josh Bordman
2nd Place: Simone Schomberg
3rd Place: Gisele Herb
Teacher: Helen Watts of Moderne Academie of Dance
The Frances L. Chalif Senior Scholarship Fund was begun by Amos Chalif to honor his sister Frances. She died in an automobile accident involving a drunk driver on her way to Palm Sunday Mass.
The first scholarship auditions were conducted on April 5, 1987. The scholarship was maintained by Amos until his passing in 2012. The scholarship name was changed to honor both he and Frances to show our appreciation for his generosity to our organization.
The scholarship is now solely funded by ADT-NJ. It is awarded annually by audition to high school students of ADT-NJ members in good standing.
The 35th Annual Frances L. Chalif Memorial Scholarship Audition will be held on Sunday, April 3, 2022 in the style of contemporary/lyrical.
Check out our 2021 contestants in action!
First Place | $750 |
Second Place | $500 |
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WINNERS RECEIVE MONEY TO PUT TOWARD FURTHERING THEIR DANCE EDUCATION
1st Place Winner Josh Bordman
with Teacher Helen Watts
Date: Sunday, April 3, 2022
Time: 2:30-5:00 pm
Genre: Contemporary/Lyrical
Venue: Ady Art Center
30-34 Okner Parkway Suite 2A Livingston, NJ
Cost: $25 per applicant. This fee is Non-refundable.
We want to thank everyone who participated in 2021!
2021 Senior Scholarship Winners with our judges.