In honor of Bob Kelsey the PAPPC Scholarship has been renamed and the criteria has been revised to reflect the values Bob humbly and graciously promoted during a lifetime of dedicated service.

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		The Robert E. Kelsey Annual Scholarship Award ELIGIBILITY: Applicant must be a current PAPPC member or immediate family member of a current PAPPC member (i.e. spouse, child, step-child, adopted child, or self). Applicant must be currently enrolled or accepted into a two (2) year or four (4) year accredited program of higher education with a concentration of studies in the Humanities and Social Sciences. The maximum scholarship amount is $1500 annually with a maximum of two scholarships per year being given by PAPPC. Applicant must be in good academic standing. Incoming freshman must demonstrate academic success by holding at least a 2.75 GPA or equivalent at the time of application. Students presently enrolled in a college or university must demonstrate academic success by holding a current overall college GPA of 2.75 or better at the time of application. Please note changes to the eligibility criteria could change without notice.  APPLICATION PROCEDURE/APPLICATION CHECKLIST: Applicant must submit three letters of recommendation at the time of application. Applicant must submit a personal statement explaining why they chose their field of study and how that field applies to their future aspirations. Statements are not to exceed 500 words and must be typed and double-spaced. Applicants must submit a copy of their most current transcripts In addition, applicant must submit the following information. Incomplete applications will not be considered. full name social security number address phone number email address high school or college grade point average name of college or university applicant plans to attend or is currently attending, and major PAPPC member name and relationship  The application must be signed and dated by the applicant. Signature indicates applicant understands and agrees to abide by the terms of scholarship program and and confirms that information provided is accurate. One scholarship per PAPPC MEMBER or PAPPC FAMILY MEMBER every two (2) years. Award winners are not permitted to reapply consecutively. Should an Executive Board member or family member apply for the scholarship, the Executive Board member will be excluded from the voting process for selection.
In July 2010, PAPPC lost a dear friend and devoted colleague. Mr. Robert “Bob” Kelsey was a respected probation administrator not only within the Bucks County Adult Probation Department but throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Bob voluntarily gave countless hours in various roles within the PAPPC for two decades and served as President in 2008-2009. Bob guided PAPPC with his gentle wisdom and experience to drive the Association to the highest standards of professionalism. On a personal level, he valued his family most and enjoyed spending time with them. Bob initiated many of the current activities PAPPC supports, and the mark he left continues to be appreciated by members and leaders of PAPPC.