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CSF

What is CSF?
California Scholarship Federation (CSF) is a statewide organization that honors outstanding high school students. As a scholarship society, its focus is rooted in the foundations of academic achievement and community service. Students must maintain rigorous eligibility standards each semester in order to qualify for membership. CSF membership is recognized by institutions nationwide as an academic honor. Seniors who meet eligibility requirements for four semesters may qualify for CSF Lifetime Membership, a prestigious academic achievement. 

For more information, please visit the CSF website.

See Clovis High’s Chapter Bylaws

 

Membership Requirements: 

Application Deadlines: (No late applications will be accepted)

  • Fall 2025: Use Spring 2025 report card (Freshmen not eligible)
     
  • Spring 2026: Use Fall 2025 report card (Freshmen eligible)
     

Application Details:

 

Notification Process:

  • Students notified via CUSD student email after the application window
     
  • Seniors qualifying for CSF Lifetime or Lifetime Honors will also be notified with banquet info
     

Important Notes:

  • Submitting the application ≠ automatic acceptance
     
  • Students must meet CSF point requirements per bylaws

 

  • Students must use cusdstudent.com email to complete the form
     
  • Acceptance email will be sent to student’s & parent’s email (includes payment instructions)
     
  • $10 donation can be paid online, by cash, or by check (to Clovis Unified School District)
     
  • Students must meet the following criteria on the Class Lists
    • Students must earn a minimum of 10 CSF points using the following grading system:
      • A = 3 points (AP or Honors courses receive 4 points)
      • B = 1 point (AP or Honors courses receive 2 points)
      • C = 0 points
      • D or F in any course disqualifies a student from membership
        • Honors and AP students can only earn up to 2 bonus points toward the 10 total points needed to qualify
        • At least 4 points must come from List I
        • At least 7 of the 10 points must come from academic subjects (List I or II).

 

CSF Lifetime Membership (Seniors only):

  • Students must have 4 semesters of membership from Sophomore to Senior year
    • 1 semester must be from your Senior year
  • Must attend Lunchtime meeting (announced in Spring)
  • Total of 45 volunteer hours (Freshman-Senior year). Download and use the Volunteer Hours Log.

CSF Life Members will receive:

Gold CSF cords for graduation
Recognition during the graduation ceremony
Gold CSF Lifetime Member seal on diploma
Invitation to the CSF Life/Top 20 Awards held in Spring 2026 (Seniors qualifying will not get notified until the Spring semester about the banquet.)
 

CSF Officers:

  • The following positions will be open for applicants in the Fall semester, after acceptance:
    • President: The President shall be the chief executive officer of CSF and shall exercise general supervision and control over its programs, meetings, and members of the chair. The President is expected to oversee various CSF activities, which include, but are not limited to, monthly meetings, the Lifetime Awards Banquet, meetings with advisors and other officers at least once per month, and management of any other problems that may arise. ONLY SENIORS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.
    • Vice President: The Vice President shall assist the President in the duties of the office and act in place of the President in case of absence or leave of office.
    • Secretary: The Secretary shall be responsible for distributive information regarding the organization, scholarships, and State announcements. In addition, the Secretary will maintain written records of meetings and activities.
    • Public Relations (PR) Officer: The PRO shall ensure all members know the date, time, place, and agenda for CSF and activities. The PRO will notify members of meeting dates, due dates, applications, and hour deadlines via Student Square. Additionally, the PRO will communicate with Activities to make announcements via Clovis High-approved social media.
    • Activities Coordinator: The Activities Coordinator coordinates field trips, volunteer opportunities, and service projects.

 

  • Must have TWO teacher recommendations submitted to Mrs. Bettencourt or Mrs. Sumter by the application deadline. (Please print and take to teachers of choice. Teachers are to return them to Mrs. Bettencourt or Mrs. Sumter.)

 

  • Only CSF members are eligible to apply. 

 

  • Application Window: September 22- October 6th

 

  • All positions will be voted upon by CSF members in a formal election

 

  • Presidents are required to present a speech at elections, as they will also be expected to deliver a speech at the CSF Banquet.

Officer Application

Teacher Recommendation

 

Questions? Please email Mrs. Kaylee Bettencourt or Mrs. Joni Sumter