Sabetha High School Scholarships
by Sara Toedman
November 10, 2009
Please review the information listed for each scholarship to determine your eligibility. To access the application form simply click on the scholarship name.
"Superintendent of the Year" Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$500 (non renewable) |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit a copy of high school transcript |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Nellie Avery Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | College student in second, third or fourth year of study |
| Intended Major(s): | Nursing and Agriculture |
| Designated School(s): | Nursing (any nursing program) - Agriculture (KSU) |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2-To be announced (1 for nursing, 1 for agriculture at KSU) |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Eligible students must have achieved full-time status, have completed 24 units of credit in the prior post-secondary year, have earned a 2.5 cumulative GPA and be a graduate of Sabetha High School. |
| Due Date: | June 1, 2010 |
Frank Bailey Memorial Scholarship (Sponsored by Kiwanis)
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Highland Community College |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Selection is based on financial need, community involvement, and academic achievement. |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Joe and Naomi Beyer Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | 2 or 4-year institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 3/To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit a copy of high school transcript, selection will be based on financial need and academic achievement |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Dr. Virgil M. Brown Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior or Community Member or Graduate |
| Intended Major(s): | Area of family health care |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 3/To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Harry C.M. Burger Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior who resides in Nemaha County |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Kansas State University |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Application must be obtained from the school counselor in late-February or early-March |
| Due Date: | TBA |
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | 2 or 4-year institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$250 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit copy of high school transcript |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Community National Bank "Community Commitment Scholarship"
| Student Population: | 1 senior boy and 1 senior girl |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | 2 or 4-year institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$500 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | The Community National Bank will be awarding scholarships to individuals who consistently demonstrate their commitment to both their school and local community by participating in a variety of service and improvement programs. Selections will be made by the faculty at SHS. There is no application to complete. |
| Due Date: | N/A |
FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
| The following awards/scholarships are not connected to any specific application form. Recipients of each award will receive a $100 scholarship sponsored by Dr. Allan & Margi Ross. | |
| *John Philip Sousa Award: The John Philip Sousa Award was established in 1954 and is presented annually by thousands of high school instrumental music departments across the United States. At Sabetha High School the recipient of this award is selected by band members. This award recognizes outstanding dedication and superior musicianship. | |
| *Drama & Forensics Director's Award: The recipient of this award is selected by the Drama & Forensics teachers. The qualifications include: exhibit leadership on stage, exhibit talent on stage, and involvement in all aspects of production. | |
| *Drama & Forensics Coach's Award: The recipient of this award is selected by the Drama & Forensics teachers. The qualifications include: exhibit leadership on the Forensics team, exhibit talent in acting, speaking and interpretation, and involvement in all aspects of team participation. | |
| *Vocal Music A.W. ARD: This award is given to the senior vocal student in recognition of outstanding performance and contribution to the organizational needs of the Odyssey Singers. The recipient of this award is selected by the vocal music teacher. | |
| *Vocal Music Arian Award: This award is determined by the vocal music student's involvement and contribution to his or her musical organization, performing ability and musicianship, scholastic standing, and demonstration of personal and professional qualities in keeping with the school's standards. The student makes application for this through the vocal music teacher. It is determined on a points system. | |
| *Visual Arts "Van Gogh" Award: This is the top award in the visual arts. This award is presented to a senior artist who has been enrolled in art for at least three years and shows outstanding skill, technique, creativity and a focused work ethic. The quality and quantity of their artwork has been exceptional and consistent throughout their senior year. The recipient of this award is selected by the art teacher. | |
| *Visual Arts "Hopper" Award: This award is presented to a senior artist who has exhibited great artistic skill, technique, creativity and a good work ethic. Their senior artwork has been strong and consistent. The recipient of this award is selected by the art teacher. |
Carrie Grimm Dalinghaus Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Education |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$250 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit one letter of recommendation |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Ray and Margaret Deaver Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior in USD 441 |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution located in Kansas or within 100 miles of Sabetha |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$250 (Renewable for up to 4 years if the recipient maintains a 2.5 gpa each semester) |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | The scholarship will be given to an individual whose main source of family income is earned from a family farm operation. The recipient should come from a family that exemplifies good family farming and soil conservation practices. A student who participates in community, school and family activities will be heavily considered. Such activities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Farm Bureau, Home Extension, Sabetha Farmers COOP Elevator, Cattle/hog Associations, and Wildlife Management. Student activities could include but are not limited to the following: 4-H, FFA, Scouts, music or academic organizations. |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Fairview Alumni Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior who resides in the old Fairview School District |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit a copy of high school transcript. Application must be obtained from the school counselor in late-February or early-March |
| Due Date: | TBA |
Brenna Herbster Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any 4-year college or vocational-technical school |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$300 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Selection is based on character, work ethic and servitude, submission of two letters of recommendation. |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel-Nemaha County Chapter Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior attending school in Nemaha County |
| Intended Major(s): | Education |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$200 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Please attach copy of transcript. |
| Due Date: | April 15, 2010 |
Glen Keim Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Agriculture or related field |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$500 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | GPA must be 2.5 or higher |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Alice Kistner Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any Kansas public college or university |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$800 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Financial need will be considered |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Cecil H. Kleppe Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior who resides in Brown County |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | GPA must be 3.3 or higher, submit a copy of high school transcript, and an application must be obtained from the school counselor in late-February or early-March |
| Due Date: | To be announced |
Kathryn Krebs Memorial Nursing Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior or Community Member or Graduate |
| Intended Major(s): | Nursing |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Bob Lowdermilk Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior who participated a minimum of three years in the Sabetha kids wrestling program |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | GPA must be 2.75 or higher, submit two letters of recommendation |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Harvey Lukert Memorial Scholarship (Sponsored by Kiwanis)
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Selection is based on financial need, community involvement, and academic achievement |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Bertha Manche Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Education |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$500 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Application must be typed and is to be accompanied by a copy of high school transcript |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$250 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit a copy of high school transcript |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Mary S. McCoy Memorial Nursing Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior or Community Member or Graduate |
| Intended Major(s): | Nursing |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$200 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Walter E. & Marion Meyer Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | SHS Graduate currently in second year or higher at a post-secondary institution or a vocational student in a one-year program |
| Intended Major(s): | Agriculture or related field |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Click here for additional information. |
| Due Date: | June 1st of each year |
| Student Population: | Senior who resides in the old Morrill School District |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
National Honor Society Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior member of NHS |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$100 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
| Student Population: | Senior girl |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Note: Any girl attending Cottey College will be awarded the entire amount designated for scholarships |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Tara Ploeger Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | 2 or 4-year college or vocational-technical school |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$500 (1 designated for college and 1 for VoTech school) |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Selection is based on financial need and positive attitude |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any 4-year college or vocational-technical school |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | TBA |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Please submit two letters of recommendation and attach a copy of your high school transcript. |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Raymond Rokey Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any-post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$5000 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Click to view additional information. |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Sabetha Alumni Scholarship/Rhoda Robinson Educational Grant
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Selection will take into consideration financial need |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Sabetha Business & Professional Women's Club Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior (girl or boy) |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any university, college or technical school in Kansas |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1-$300 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Financial need shall be considered |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Sabetha Business & Professional Women's / Pearl Wilson Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior (girl or boy) |
| Intended Major(s): | Health Care |
| Designated School(s): | Any university, college or technical school in Kansas |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1-$300 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Financial need shall be considered over highest grades. |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Sabetha Chamber of Commerce Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior (girl or boy) |
| Intended Major(s): | Any major |
| Designated School(s): | Any 4-year university, community college or technical school |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1-TBA |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Applicant must submit one letter of recommendation from a Sabetha business ownder of Chamber member who is not a relative. Please submit a photo with the application. This application is based on character, work ethic, and servitude and is nonrenewable.. |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Sabetha Education Association Student Teacher Grant
| Student Population: | College student completing student teaching practicum |
| Intended Major(s): | Education |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2-$250 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | The individual must be a full-time student in good standing, be enrolled in an accredited teacher education program, and be a graduate of USD 441. |
| Due Date: | August 15th for the fall semester, December 15th for the spring semester. |
Sabetha Lions Club Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$250 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Attach a copy of high school transcript and a biographical essay |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Sabetha Masons/Eastern Star Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$250 (1 designated for male and 1 for female student) |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit copy of high school transcript and current photograph |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Sabetha Twisters Car Club Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Automotive mechanical repair or related field |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$500 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit an essay that includes statement of goals, biography and why the applicant is deserving of this scholarship |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
LaVaun Saylor Memorial Nursing Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior or Community Member or Graduate |
| Intended Major(s): | Nursing |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
The Glen & Joelline Stoller Scholarship/The Glen Stoller Memorial Scholarship
The Glen Stoller Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | 2 or 4-year institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/$250 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit copy of high school transcript and current photograph |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
The Glen & Joelline Stoller Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | 2 or 4-year institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 2/$250 |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit copy of high school transcript and current photograph |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
SHS Student Council Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior currently or previously a member of Student Council |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | Any post-secondary institution |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Submit copy of high school transcript, two letters of recommendation and personal statement as outlined by application |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
Wenger Manufacturing Scholarship
| Purpose: | Today in America, industry outsourcing to foreign countries has become the trend. We at Wenger would like to do our part to keep good jobs in our hometown and keep our community strong and thriving.Wenger Mfg is looking to the future by sponsoring a Scholarship Program to encourage graduates to pursue a career in Machining. |
| Intended Major(s): | Machining |
| Designated School(s): | Kaw Area Technical School |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | Approximately $3500 (Wenger will provide the entire cost of the tuition, books, materials and tooling.) |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: |
Scholarship Applicants will need to successfully complete the following items to be selected for the program: ● Complete Wenger Mfg Employment Application ● Interview with Wenger Management ● Complete Pre-Employment Test/Drug Screen @ Sabetha Community Hospital ● Complete Financial Aid Forms or Parental/Self Support for Living expenses ● Complete Entrance Test @ Kaw Area Technical School |
| Course Description: |
Wenger has partnered with Kaw Area Technical School in Topeka, which has a well-known Machine Technology program. The basic information on the Machine Tech program is as follows: ● 9 month course – start in January (with summer off) and graduate in December ● 6 hour class day –from 8 AM to 3 PM with an hour for lunch. 1080 class ● Total cost for the 9 month course is $3500, including tuition, books, materials and ● There is a math and reading aptitude test that must be passed to qualify for the |
| Contact Information: | If you are interested in the Wenger Machining Scholarship please contact Faye Steele 785-284-2133 Ext 261 or fsteele@wenger.com. |
Louis Wenger Memorial Scholarship
| Student Population: | Senior |
| Intended Major(s): | Unspecified |
| Designated School(s): | 4-year institution or vocational-technical school |
| Scholarships Awarded/Amount: | 1/To be announced |
| Special Eligibility Requirements: | Not applicable |
| Due Date: | April 1, 2010 |
