Scholarship Program Application

We understand that financial circumstances can be a barrier to participating in art classes and camps. At the Trout Museum of Art, we’re committed to making our programs accessible to as many aspiring artists as possible.

Thanks to the generous support of Telmark Sales Solutions and US Venture, we’ve established a scholarship fund to help offset the cost of tuition for youth art classes and camps.

Scholarship applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and must be submitted at least two weeks before the class or camp start date. However, applying earlier increases the likelihood of securing a spot in preferred class, as space and scholarship funds are limited. If you have any questions about the application, the scholarship program, or class options, please email Valerie Medina, Education Coordinator.

Student's Name*
First Last
Name of applicant taking the class.
Phone*
Email*
Mailing Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Date of Birth*
Month
Day
Year
Age*
Please enter a number less than or equal to 18.
School District
If applicable.
School
If applicable.
Parent Name
First Last
If applicable and if student is under 18.
Student Ethnicity*
Student Gender*
Student Preferred Pronouns*
Two Emergency Contacts*
In the case of an emergency, please provide who we should contact. Include names, relationship to student, phone, and email contact.
Briefly describe why TMA should consider your student for scholarship support (include information about art interest and ability):*
Family Financial Need*
Scholarships are awarded based on financial need. Please briefly describe your situation and why you need assistance from the scholarship fund (special circumstances, public assistance programs you qualify for, or recent events that impact your financial situation.)
Letter of Referral*
Scholarship applications must be accompanied by a letter of referral advocating for the child’s need for a scholarship. This letter can be written by a teacher, coach, school principal, pastor, counselor, or other community professional who knows the child and family. This letter cannot be written by a family member or personal friend.
Max. file size: 50 MB.
1st Choice Camp/Class Name*
Be specific with name, dates, age group, and time.
2nd Choice Camp/Class Name*
Be specific with name, dates, age group, and time.
Please share any allergies, food restrictions, medications, or other needs we should be aware of during class time.
Affirmation of Accuracy*
I attest that the information provided on this application is truthful and that our financial circumstances would prevent my child from attending an art class without support from the scholarship fund. I promise to ensure my child the support necessary (transportation, etc.) to attend all classes they are enrolled in and will notify the Trout Museum of Art as soon as possible if unforeseeable events will prevent attendance on any given day. I recognize that funds are limited and not all requests can be granted. TMA has the sole discretion on which students will benefit based on their determination on how funds will be best utilized.
I attest that the information provided on this application is truthful.
Photo Release*
- Yes
- No
By clicking "yes," you are confirming permission to take/use photos of your child/ student and their work taken during class time. Click "no" if you do not grant permission to use photos/images of your child/student and their work taken during class time.
Parent/Guardian Signature
First Last
If under 18.
Consent*
I agree to the class information
Buildings and Grounds

• TMA is under 24-hour surveillance.
• Firearms, illegal, drugs, and smoking are not prohibited on TMA property at any time.
• Alcohol service and consumption is limited to official events and is subject to terms set forth in rental agreements.
• TMA does not have access to private parking. Metered parking spaces are available near the museum on College Avenue and in Soldier's Square. Long term parking is available in the Red or Soldier's Square Parking Ramps; rates apply.
Registration

Absences and Cancellations

• Inclement Weather and Emergency Cancellations
In the event that TMA must cancel a program or event due to poor weather conditions or emergency, a notification will be sent via email.
• During the school year, TMA follows Appleton Area School District's decisions to close when the weather is bad.
• During the summer months, cancelling due to weather or emergency will be made at the discretion of the TMA Education Manager.

Low Enrollment

• Class cancellations will be made within three business days of the start of the class if the minimum number of students is not met. Students and parents will be notified of the cancellation by email and refunded the full class fee.

Art Educator Absence

• If an Art Educator must be absent, the TMA Education Manager will search for a reasonable substitute before cancelling any scheduled programs.
• Students and parents will be contacted by email if a class session is cancelled.
• Classes cancelled by TMA due to an inability to find a substitute will be rescheduled based on studio and Art Educator availability. The TMA Education Manager will notify all students within 7 business days with the rescheduled date(s) or provide an option and instructions for a refund.

Student Absence or Cancellation

• Students should notify the Museum Store at (920)733-4089 or email info@troutmuseum.org if they will be absent from a scheduled class.
• Students must cancel their registration within five business days before the program is scheduled to begin to receive a full refund. No full or partial refunds will be provided after that date.

Supplies and Equipment

• All supplies are included in the price of the class.
• The art studios are a shared space used by dozens of people every week. Art Educators and students must be respectful of each other's property and not use supplies labeled for another program.
• TMA is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Instructional Spaces

TMA agrees to provide adequate instructional space for the Art Educator and students.

Classes are held in the art studios on the fifth floor, unless otherwise indicated or notified. Some classes may also hold sessions in the TMA galleries, Houdini Plaza, Jones Park, or a walking field trip to the greater Downtown Appleton area.
Safety

All Art Educators, volunteers, and TMA staff are required to complete a Background Check.
Adults may not participate in children's educational programs unless specifically noted as acceptable in the program description.

Parents or guardians are welcome to tour TMA's public spaces for free during class times.
Parents or guardians must pick up their children within 15 minutes after the class is scheduled to end. Parents or guardians who are late more than three times will result in the student being removed from the class without a refund.
Food and beverages are allowed in the studios. Approved snacks and bottled water are provided by TMA.

Art Educators and students must notify the TMA Education Manager of food allergies and/or intentions to bring food into the space for a minimum of one week before the schedule class session.

If a student under the age of 18 must take medication during class time, please notify the TMA Education Manager. Art Educators will not administer medication without a Permission to Administer Medications form on file. Medications must be accompanied by the original physician's prescription and clearly written instructions.
If a student has special needs or needs special accommodations, notify the TMA Education Manager for assistance.

Waiver of Liability

Waiver of Liability is for all activities involved with our classes. Students are voluntarily participating in classes and release from all liability and promise not to sue the Fox Cities Building for the Arts / the Trout Museum of Art and its employees, directors, volunteers, and agents from any and all claims resulting in any physical or psychological injury, illness, damages, or economic or emotional loss students may suffer because of participation in the classes including travel to, from, and during the class. If the participating student is under 18, their legal guardian is required to consent with these terms for the participating student.

Registration for a course constitutes acceptance of this waiver of liability.

Scholarship Program Application

Inspiring & connecting all people through
CREATIVE EXPERIENCES & THE VISUAL ARTS.

info@troutmuseumart.org
Appleton WI 54911

Scholarship Program Application

Inspiring & connecting all people through CREATIVE EXPERIENCES & THE VISUAL ARTS.

info@troutmuseumart.org Appleton WI 54911

Inspiring & connecting all people through
CREATIVE EXPERIENCES & THE VISUAL ARTS.

info@troutmuseumart.org
Appleton WI 54911