Academic Lettering
Academic Eligibility 2026
If you are eligible for an academic letter. This award letter is based on your cumulative academic achievements.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, students must have a cumulative GPA of at least:
- 3.90 for Sophomores
- 3.80 for Juniors
- 3.70 for Seniors
Eligibility is based on your GPA through the Fall 2025 semester.
If you are interested in earning this letter or certificate, please fill out the application form linked here:
https://tinyurl.com/
Applications are due by February 27 th at 3 P.M. Deadlines must be met to ensure your inclusion in the award ceremony. No late applications will be accepted.
In the application form you will need to write and upload an essay using the prompt below.
Essay Prompt:
You have demonstrated your dedication and hard work in achieving a top academic standing. In this essay, please reflect on your experiences as a Ponderosa Mustang and describe how they have shaped who you are today or who you aspire to become.
Please take the time to write a thoughtful, reflective, and grammatically correct essay. Essays should be approx. one page in length.
A brief celebration will be held in April. We will be accepting your feedback on how to celebrate in your application form. Letters will be granted at the ceremony, and packets will be available for pickup at the end of April for those who cannot attend the TBD ceremony.
I look forward to reviewing your applications; congratulations on your eligibility for an academic letter.
Mrs. Nansen