The Grosse Pointe Academy has announced a new scholarship opportunity for current fifth graders entering middle school next year. Applicants will be considered for a $4,500 ($1,500 per year) scholarship for The Grosse Pointe Academy Middle School (grades 6, 7 and 8). This merit scholarship can be used in addition to financial aid.

The Academy Scholars Challenge will take place on 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 2, 2013. Students come for a personal interview and a campus visit to experience the Academy Advantage. Parents will meet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on the same day to learn about the Academy’s programs and special offerings.

For more information or to register, call Admissions Director Molly McDermott at 313-886-1221, or e-mail her at mmcdermott@gpacademy.org.

The Grosse Pointe Academy awards more than $700,000 in need-based financial aid to students in grades 1-8.