The California Scholarship Federation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to recognize and encourage academic achievement and community service among middle and high school students in California. There are approximately 1500 chapters in middle school and high schools throughout the state, and each chapter is comprised of students members who meet eligibility requirements. Each chapter is led by a staff adviser.

Eligible students become members by submitting applications based on their report card grades. Membership is for one semester, and membership drives are held each semester within established periods dictated by the State bylaws.

Seal bearers are students who have submitted successful applications for a minimum of four semesters, grades 10-11-12; one of the four successful applications must be in the students' senior year. Seal bearers will be awarded a gold seal on their diploma, a lapel pin, and either a gold cord or stole to be worn at graduation. Seal bearers may also be eligible for scholarships awarded by the club.

For further information, please contact the club advisor, jenna.masters@smusd.org.

Important Dates: 

• Spring 2026 CSF Applications: February 2nd - 13th
• CSF Application Acceptance & Payment Instructions will be sent to school email address on: February 23rd
• CSF Dues for Spring 2026: February 23rd - March 6th

Before You Apply: Click here to review the CSF Membership Information

Please use this document to determine your eligibility for membership

Apply: Click here to access to CSF Membership Application

After You Apply: Pay $15 membership  

Pay online via SMHS webstore or in person @ Finance Office between February 23rd - March 6th (Finance Office is cash or check only, payable to SMHS) Students can pay before school , at break or lunch, or after school until 3:45.