Worland High School 2015-16 Scholarship List UNIVERSAL APPLICATION SCHOLARSHIPS Universal Application based scholarships are listed below with all information on deadlines, criteria, and addresses where applications should be sent. All universal scholarship applications are to be postmarked NO LATER than April 8, 2016. Students receiving any local universal scholarships will be given a voucher at Senior Scholarship Night that they must present to the scholarship donor with verification of enrollment to a college/university. Failure to complete the voucher could result in your scholarship not being sent to your college/university. Students should make plans financially that all local universal scholarships earned will be granted and monies arrive at their college/university for Second Semester.
ALDEEN SWARTZENDRUBER NURSING SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must pursue a vocation in the field of nursing 2 - Must submit a paragraph discussing reasons for selecting the nursing field 3 - Scholarship must be used the Fall semester after graduation from Aldeen Swartzendruber Scholarship Public Health 1007 Robertson Ave. BLAIRS MARKET SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Student must attend Northwest Community College in Powell, Wyoming. Randy Durr B.P.O DOES SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must write a 500-word essay on, Your Vision of Patriotism. 2 - The scholarship must be used the Fall semester after graduation from. Paula Beck Acord 805 S. 15 th Street BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL WOMEN S AWARD 1 - Must be used by the third semester following graduation from 2 Must document all student activities in leadership during career, both in and out of the school setting. Mary Minish 300 Sagebrush
CHAPTER AA, PEO, CAROLYN HARRINGTON EDUCATIONAL GRANT 1 Must write an essay that Reflects your personal point of view on your most significant challenge of accomplishment. 2 - Preference given to students who enroll at Cottey College, Nevada, Missouri. Linda Anderson 1612 Crest Way CLIFFORD BRUBAKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Nikki Martinez 1201 Russell Ave. COUNTY COMMISSIONER S SCHOLARSHIP 1 Must write a 500 word essay on, What is the most important issue facing Washakie County, and if you were in the position of County Commissioner, what would be your solution? 2 - For use at a Wyoming trade school, college, or university County Commissioner s Scholarship Box 260 SIGMA CHAPTER OF DELTA KAPPA GAMMA INTERNATIONAL AWARD 1 Must submit an essay entitled, Why I chose to pursue a major in the field of Education. 2 Must pursue a vocation in the field of Education 3 Must including a need for financial aid. Kathy Morrison 612 Grace Ave.
DOROTHY HAMILTON SCHOLARSHIP Nikki Martinez 1201 Russell Ave. FAMILY PRACTICE SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must demonstrate academic ability, community leadership, and strong motivation to pursue a career in the field of Medicine 2 - Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher; Must submit a personal statement indicating the reason for the student s choice of a career in the field of Medicine. Jane Thurston 401 South 15 th Street GAIL CARVER PHOTOGRAPHY SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher 2 - Pursuing a major in Fine or Visual Arts 3 - Essay on post-secondary goals 4 - Submit a portfolio Gail Carver 724 South 17 th Street FRIENDS OF THE WASHAKIE LIBRARY SCHOLARSHIP 1 Must major in the field of Language Arts, Education, or Library Science 2 Must submit an essay of 200 words or less on your future goals and aspirations. Vicki Overcast
4-H COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must be a current member of Washakie County 4-H 2 - Must participate in the Washakie County Fair the summer following graduation 3 Must attach a cumulative 4-H Portfolio with copies of sections. PORTFOLIO Requirements 1 Projects This section should be cumulative and should include a complete list of each year you were involved in 4-H and corresponding projects taken that year. Do not copy all project records. 2 Awards & Recognition Copy all of this section which is cumulative and includes a complete list of each year in 4-H and the awards and recognition received. 3 Leadership Copy all of this section which is cumulative and should include a complete list of each year in 4-H and leadership responsibilities. 4 Community Service - Copy all of this section which is cumulative and should include a complete list of each year in 4-H and the community service projects completed. 5 Participation and Non 4-H Experiences - Copy all of this section which is cumulative and should include a complete list of each year in 4-H as well as any non 4-H activities you would like to include. 6 4-H Story & Section 7 Photos and Media These sections will not be used in the evaluation for this scholarship. Please remove these materials before submitting your scholarship application. IMPORTANT NOTE: To best facilitate the scholarship process, your final scholarship application (in its entirety) should fit in a single, three-ring binder no greater than one (1) inch thick. Kathy Morrison
MERCADO FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Submit an additional paragraph describing extenuating financial circumstances. Kim Accurso Box 375 SCOTT PARIS HEALTH CARE SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must pursue a major in a health related field 2 Must write a short essay on the reasons for selecting this field of study. Washakie Co. Ambulance Service Box 817 SUNLIGHT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher 2 Must submit three (3) letters of recommendation 3 - Student must show financial need on the application. Julie Dunham Sunlight Federal Credit Union 1429 Big Horn Ave. WASHAKIE MEDICAL CENTER AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must plan on entering a health care profession * In the event the recipient of this scholarship leave a medical program, the entire amount of the scholarship must be repaid to the Washakie Medical Center Auxiliary. Meg Stark 509 N. Hillcrest
NATHAN WILLE SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship is presented annually by the Student Council to honor the memory of Nathan Wille. Nathan was a member of the Class of 2002 and was killed in an automobile accident on May 28, 2002, just nine days after his graduation. Although he might not have been a high profile student, he accomplished much in school, church and in our community. His life was a positive contribution to the world in which he lived. In his quiet and unassuming way, Nathan was an exemplary role model for his classmates, his friends, and anyone who knew him. 1 Must write an essay which addressed the following question: What makes a person a role model who will make a difference and what have I done and what will I do to become that person? * The essay should be a maximum length of four pages; using standard margins and fonts. * The use of proper grammar, form and punctuation will be a consideration in the evaluation of the essay. * Each essay will be read and evaluated by at least three teachers chosen at random. Christy Vickers PINNACLE BANK OF WORLAND SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher 2 Must attach a one to two page essay stating the following: * Likes and dislikes of your high school career * Intended college major and why you want to enter that field of study * What type of job and/or industry you want to work in once you finish college * Short term and Long term Goals * A listing of all high school activities you are involved in * A listing of all Community service and/or Leadership activities * Essay must be done on a word-processor and look professional. Jacque Lempka Pinnacle Bank Box 789
WORLAND KIWANIS SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Preference will be given to members of the Key Club. Marlene Bower 1517 Culbertson Ave. WORLAND HIGH SCHOOL W-CLUB SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must be an active member of W-Club who goes above and beyond the normal duties of a member. 2 Must complete 300-word essay, What is the most effective way to have a tobacco/drug/alcohol free community and school environment. Andee Bilodeau Worland, Wyoming WORLAND EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (WEA) SCHOLARSHIP 1 Must submit a one page essay that discusses why you want to become an educator. The essay should address what subject area you are interested in teaching and why you think that particular subject matter is important to the field of education. The essay should address what age level you would like to teach. It may also address who may have inspired you to go into the field of education and what qualities you have that will allow you to become a good educator. 2 Must submit one (1) letter of recommendation from a person in your community that is able to discuss what would make you a good candidate for an educational scholarship. Jacque Pike Worland Wyoming 82401
WORLAND HIGH SCHOOL HONORS U.S. HISTORY SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must be an active member of Honors U.S. History course 2 Must go above and beyond the normal effort as a student. 3 Must complete 300-word essay, If you could meet anyone in American History who would it be and why? Randy Durr Worland, Wyoming DONOVAN BUCKMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must be a member of FFA 2 Must have a minimum GPA of 3.00 3 - Must attend a Wyoming Community College or the University of Wyoming 4 - Preference given for involvement in community service. Jack Stott Washakie Co. School District #1 1900 Howell PATSY F. JESSUP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP 1 - Must be entering the field of education 2 Must have a minimum GPA of 3.00 GPA 3 - Preference given to financial need 4 Must complete 300-word essay entitled, Why I want to be a teacher. Jack Stott Washakie Co. School District #1 1900 Howell