Encouragement. Involvement. Achievement. About Alumni Events Programs Scholarship Program EKC Scoreboard Partnership 2019 ESHS Scholarships Available The deadline for scholarship applications was February 1st. Mid-April all students who applied on line for Foundation scholarships will be notified. Scholarship winners will be recognized at the Foundation’s Scholarship Recognition Breakfasts on April 24th (Elkhorn High School) or April 25th (Elkhorn South High School). If you have any questions regarding scholarships, please contact Genice Chochon at gchochon@elkhornfoundation.org or 402.289-1727. Scholarships Available to Elkhorn South High Students graduating May 2019 Below is a list of the scholarships that are available for Elkhorn South High School seniors graduating in May 2019. For detailed requirements for each scholarship, visit https://webportalapp.com/portal/2019availablescholarships ACHIEVE Scholarships See “2019 ACHIEVE Scholarship Program” under the “Scholarships and Award” tab for requirements for each of the scholarship levels (Gold, Silver and Bronze). Adam Lambert/Dawn Beyl ESHS Choral Arts Booster Club Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one male and one female graduating senior from Elkhorn South High School who is currently participating in the ESHS vocal music program. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. AXA Advisors Scholarship of Excellence This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who have who plans to attend an accredited 4-year college or university and major in any Business related field. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Barbara McLaughlin Memorial Scholarship This $4,000 scholarship honors the positive spirit and active community involvement of Mrs. McLaughlin by recognizing a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who demonstrates positive and active participation in school and community activities. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. The scholarship recipient must attend a four-year college or university in Nebraska in order to receive the scholarship. Becky Vinchur Scholarship Becky Vinchur is the school secretary at Elkhorn Ridge Middle School (ERMS). This $500 scholarship was established in honor of Mrs. Vinchur’s selfless compassion and service she shows ERMS students and staff daily. The scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who attended ERMS and has shown compassion and service to others. Building Independent Futures Scholarship The Building Independent Futures Scholarship recognizes and rewards graduating seniors at Elkhorn South High School who are currently on and Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and plan to continue their education at a post-secondary educational institution after they graduate from high school. All eligible students are encouraged to apply! Applications can be requested from the High School Counseling Center or from Lindsey Stearn, ESHS teacher. Career Focus Initiative Scholarship (New in 2019) This $750 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who has plans to attend a community college, vocational, or technical school. A major emphasis will be placed on the applicant choosing a career path and beginning their post-secondary education and training. Improved grades are more important than ACT scores or class rank. Dennis Curtis-Class of ’64 Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who has plans to attend either Peru State College or Metro Community College. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Don Nordlund Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship recognizes a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who graduated from Skyline Elementary and has demonstrated leadership and sensitivity to others. Volunteer work demonstrating sensitivity to others’ needs will be a focus. Applicants must have graduated from Skyline Elementary and must have attended Skyline for a minimum of three years. Grade point average and class rank, although important, will not be primary considerations. Don Petersen Family Scholarship The Don Petersen Family recognizes two or more students who graduated from either Hillrise Elementary or Manchester Elementary who exemplify good citizenship through active involvement in school and community and solid academic achievement. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.75. This scholarship is valued at $250. Dr. Harriet Bluford Memorial Scholarship This $500 scholarship honors Dr. Bluford’s life-long passion for education by recognizing a student graduating from an Elkhorn Public High School who displays positive participation in school and/or community activities and plans to continue his/her education in the field of Education. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5. Dr. Michelle Bluford Music Scholarship This $500 scholarship honors Dr. Michelle Bluford for her dedication to the Elkhorn South High School band students. This scholarship will be awarded to an Elkhorn South High School band student who has plans to major in Music (Music Education, Music Performance, Music Production, Music Composition or Music Therapy) at a four-year college or university. Elkhorn Athletic Association Softball Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to four senior female athletes (two from Elkhorn High School and two from Elkhorn South High School) who’s participation in Elkhorn Girls Slammer Select or Recreational Softball enabled them to “Hit a Home Run” both on the field and in the community. Applicants must have participated in the Slammer Softball program for a total of 5 years (may include high school softball). One letter of recommendation from an Elkhorn Athletic Association Coach, Elkhorn Athletic Association Board Member, or an Elkhorn High or Elkhorn South High School Coach is required. Elkhorn Grandview Middle School (EGMS) Booster Club Scholarship (New in 2019) This $500 scholarship will be awarded to one male and one female student who attended and graduated from EGMS and exemplify solid academic performance and involvement in community and school activities. Elkhorn Historical Society Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who are from Elkhorn families who have been active in the community for many years. Applicants must have attended Elkhorn Public Schools from kindergarten through high school (13 years) and must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Elkhorn Kids Campus Employee Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who are current Kids Campus employees who have demonstrated a caring, fun-loving attitude while working with the Kids Campus students. Applicants must be current Kids Campus employees who have a cumulative employment term of six months or more with Kids Campus. Elkhorn Kids Campus Former Student Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who attended Kids Campus in Elementary School and have demonstrated strong academic performance, successful leadership capabilities and active involvement in community and school activities. Applicants must have attended Kids Campus for at least two grades in elementary school. Elkhorn Lawn Care Entrepreneur Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who demonstrate active involvement in high school and community activities, good character and leadership potential and have plans to further their education in a Business or Entrepreneurship field of study. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from a non-family member. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Elkhorn Lions Club-Arnold Fencl Scholarship This $750 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who have plans to attend a community college, vocational, technical or nursing school. Elkhorn Middle School (EMS) Booster Club Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a student who attended and graduated from EMS and exemplifies solid academic performance and involvement in community and school activities. Elkhorn Optimist Club Scholarship (New in 2019) This $250 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who are actively involved in the community and have demonstrated respect for both self and the community. These students will be recognized for both their school and community accomplishments. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from a non-family member. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Elkhorn Public Library Foundation High School Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two ambitious and goal oriented graduating seniors from an Elkhorn Public High School in recognition of their desire to further their education. Applicants must be current library card holders. Elkhorn Ridge Middle School (ERMS) Booster Club Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to one male and one female student who attended and graduated from ERMS and exemplify solid academic performance and involvement in community and school activities. Elkhorn Trap Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors from an Elkhorn Public High School who have participated in the Elkhorn Trap program for a minimum of 2 years. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Elkhorn Valley View Middle School (EVVMS) Booster Club Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to one male and one female student who attended and graduated from EVVMS and exemplify solid academic performance and involvement in community and school activities. Elkhorn Volunteer Rescue Scholarship This scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who have plans to pursue a career in fire fighting, emergency medicine or other health/medical related professions. The scholarship is valued at $2,500/year for a maximum of four years. Elkhorn Youth Sports Association Attack Basketball Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a senior athlete who currently plays on either the Elkhorn High School or Elkhorn South High School boys’ basketball team. The scholarship will be awarded to an athlete who has demonstrated good character and leadership throughout his playing career. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.25. One letter of recommendation from their high school basketball coach is required. (Applicants are not required to have played for the Elkhorn Attack Basketball program). Elkhorn Youth Sports Association Elite Basketball Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a senior athlete who currently plays on either the Elkhorn High School or Elkhorn South High School girls’ basketball team. The scholarship will be awarded to an athlete who has demonstrated good character and leadership throughout her playing career. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.25. One letter of recommendation from their high school basketball coach is required. (Applicants are not required to have played for the Elkhorn Elite Basketball program). Elkhorn/Waterloo Area American Legion Post #211 Scholarship This $4,000 scholarship recognizes a student graduating from an Elkhorn Public High School who is involved in school and community activities and exemplifies a patriotic spirit. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. ESHS Band Booster Scholarship (New in 2019) This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior in recognition of his/her support and contributions to the ESHS Band. Applicants must expect to continue band or other instrumental music activities in college. This scholarship will be awarded based on merit, not financial need. Emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s demonstration of being a positive role model and dedication to band related activities. ESHS Boys Basketball Booster Club Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one male graduating senior who is a current member of the Elkhorn South High School basketball team who is highly respected both on and off the court for his character, good sportsmanship, integrity and strong work ethic. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from a non-ESHS teacher, staff or coach. Your recommender cannot be a family member. Examples of recommenders are club coach, employer, family friend, church leader, etc. ESHS Boys Soccer Booster Club Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two male graduating seniors who are current members of the Elkhorn South High School soccer team and are highly respected by teammates both on and off the field for their character and good sportsmanship. Applicants must have participated on the ESHS soccer team for a minimum of two years. ESHS Football Booster Club Scholarship The ESHS Football Booster Club will award a $1,000 scholarship to two senior athletes on the football team who are admired and highly respected by their teammates and who have positively participated on the football team for a minimum of two years. Scholarship applications will be available through the ESHS Booster Club in the fall, and the scholarship recipients will be announced at the fall football banquet. ESHS Football Futures Scholarship Selected by Coaching Staff/No Application -The ESHS football coaching staff will award a $1,000 scholarship to two senior athletes on the football team who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence both on and off the field. The scholarship recipients will be announced at the fall football banquet. ESHS Girls Soccer Booster Club Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two female graduating seniors who are current members of the Elkhorn South High School soccer team and are highly respected by teammates both on and off the field for their character and good sportsmanship. Applicants must have participated on the ESHS soccer team for a minimum of two years. ESHS Volleyball Booster Scholarship The ESHS Volleyball Booster Club will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior who is a current member of the Elkhorn South High School Volleyball team who has demonstrated good character, integrity, dedication and a strong work ethic. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.4. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from a non-family member. Examples of recommenders include the following: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor or volunteer coordinator. ESHS Wrestling Booster Scholarship The ESHS Wrestling Booster Club will award a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior who is currently participating in the Elkhorn South High School Wrestling program as either a manager or student athlete and has demonstrated good character, integrity, dedication and a strong work ethic. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from a non-family member. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Excellence in Action Scholarship Teacher Nominated/No Application – This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors from Elkhorn South High School who demonstrate excellence in life. Excellence in Action Scholarship recipients should exhibit the following character traits: caring, cooperation, curiosity, effort, friendship, initiative, integrity, kindness, patience, problem-solving, responsibility and sense of humor. Scholarship recipients must enroll at an accredited post-secondary educational institution in Nebraska. Fire Ridge Elementary PTO Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a male and female graduating senior of an Elkhorn Public High School who graduated fifth grade from Fire Ridge Elementary and exemplifies academic success, good citizenship and active involvement in community and school activities. George A. & Mary W. Buck Memorial Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship is awarded in memory of George & Mary Buck, loving parents and grandparents. The scholarship will be awarded to an Elkhorn South High School student who has a commitment to learning and plans to pursue a degree in Education at a 4-year college or university. Grade point average, while important, will not be the primary consideration. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from a non-family member. Hillrise Elementary PTO Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior of an Elkhorn Public High School who attended Hillrise Elementary for a minimum of three years and exemplifies academic success, good citizenship and active involvement in community and school activities. J.D. Heiskell & Co. Agriculture Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who is actively involved in school and community activities and plans on attending an accredited trade school or college majoring in the field of Agriculture, Natural Resource Science or Veterinary Medicine. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. John Greufe Memorial Scholarship The John Greufe Memorial Scholarship honors John for his compassion for others during his lifetime. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an Elkhorn South High School graduating senior who has demonstrated exemplary citizenship, strong leadership, and Christian values including love, compassion, and assistance to others less fortunate than him/her. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Kayla Wilkins Memorial Scholarship This $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public School who best exemplifies the spirit, lifestyle and compassion of Kayla Wilkins as demonstrated by the scholarship applicant’s Christian, drug-free and alcohol-free lifestyle. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Legacy Eyecare Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to four graduating seniors (two from Elkhorn High School and two from Elkhorn South High School) who are goal oriented as demonstrated by their success in high school and have plans to further their education in a scientific or medical field of study. Liz Dolph Memorial Scholarship This $500 scholarship honors Liz Dolph, a Westridge Elementary School teacher who inspired her students and loved education, art and music. The Liz Dolph Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who attended Westridge Elementary School and shares a love of art and/or music with Mrs. Dolph. Manchester Elementary PTO Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors of an Elkhorn Public High School who graduated fifth grade from Manchester Elementary School and exemplify academic success, good citizenship and involvement in community and school activities. Mary Kaye Eggers Memorial Scholarship (New in 2019) This $4,000 scholarship honors the memory of Mary Kaye Eggers, a consummate educator. Mary Kaye was passionate about teaching, and she loved her family, her friends, her students and the Lord. This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who has strong character and is committed to excellence! Applicants must have maintained a minimum GPA of 3.5. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Nate Pullen Memorial Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship honors Nate’s enthusiasm and passion for life. The scholarship will be awarded to two graduating student athletes from an Elkhorn Public School who have demonstrated good character, leadership potential and are admired and highly respected by teammates both on and off the field. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from non-family member. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Nebraska Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Health & Wellness Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who have who plans to pursue a career in Health & Wellness. Health & Wellness includes all medical fields, chiropractic, nutrition and personal training. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Pamela Mowinkel Memorial Scholarship This $500 scholarship honors Pam Mowinkel, an Elkhorn High and Elkhorn South Family and Consumer Sciences teacher and FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) Master Adviser who had a passion for teaching and loved her family, her friends and her students. This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who plans to major in the field of Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Philip E. Lawler Memorial Scholarship This $500 scholarship is awarded in memory of Philip Lawler who is remembered for his scientific ingenuity, compassion towards others and commitment to life-long learning. This scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who have demonstrated compassion to others, integrity, leadership and a commitment to learning and who plan to major in either an engineering, computer science or a science/math related field. Powers Automotive Technical Career Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who plans on majoring in Skilled & Technical Sciences at a two-year, four-year, trade or technical educational institution. Examples of applicable fields of study include Construction Sciences, Manufacturing, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), and Transportation, Distribution & Logistics (includes Automotive fields of study). Secondhand Support, Inc. Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to two seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who have taken a minimum of three AP classes, maintained a minimum GPA of 3.75, and have demonstrated a willingness to challenge themselves academically while maintaining a well-balanced non-academic schedule. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Skyline Elementary PTO Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior of an Elkhorn Public High School who graduated fifth grade from Skyline Elementary and exemplifies academic success, good citizenship and involvement in community and school activities. Spring Ridge Elementary PTO Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior of an Elkhorn Public High School who graduated fifth grade from Spring Ridge Elementary and exemplifies academic success, good citizenship and involvement in community and school activities. Stormin’ Antlers Swim Booster Scholarship (New in 2018) This $500 scholarship will be awarded to one male and one female graduating senior from an Elkhorn Public High School who is a current member of the Stormin’ Antlers Swim Team and has participated on the swim team for a minimum of 2 years. The Ramsbottom Scholarship of Distinction (New in 2019) This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a current participant of an Elkhorn Public Schools Girls Golf Team who demonstrates a strong work ethic, positive attitude, sportsmanship, honesty and integrity both on and off the golf course. Tom Roach Memorial Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded in memory of Tom Roach, a dedicated father & husband who was a former athlete, coach, and business entrepreneur. Tom is remembered for his love of life and compassion towards others. One scholarship will be awarded to a student athlete graduating from an Elkhorn Public School who is a well-rounded student and has demonstrated strong character, compassion, and humility. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.8. Applicants must provide one letter of recommendation from non-family member. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. Trent Tiller Memorial Scholarship This $1,000 scholarship is awarded in memory of Trent Tiller who was a kind, funny, young man who loved to work on cars and had a dream to open an auto performance shop. The Trent Tiller Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to an Elkhorn South High School student who has plans to continue his/her education at either a two-year college, trade or vocational school. Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation from non-family members. Examples of recommenders include: teacher, coach, religious leader, employer, adult mentor and volunteer coordinator. West Dodge Station Elementary PTO Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who lives within the boundaries of West Dodge Station Elementary and exemplifies academic success, good citizenship and involvement in community and school activities. West O Chamber Scholarship (New in 2019) The West O Chamber is an organization of business and professional leaders that promotes community betterment, humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill and community service. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to two seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who best exemplify the ideals of the Chamber of Commerce and plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college/university in Nebraska. Western Douglas County Rotary Scholarship The Western Douglas County Rotary will award a $1,500 scholarship to two graduating seniors (one from Elkhorn High School and one from Elkhorn South High School) who best exemplify the ideals of Rotary International which includes “Service Above Self.” The Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build peace in the world. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Scholarship finalists will be interviewed by Rotary members at their high school. Westridge Elementary PTO Scholarship This $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who attended Westridge Elementary for a minimum of three years and exemplifies academic success, good citizenship and involvement in community and school activities. "We make a LIVING by what we get. We make a LIFE by what we give." - Winston Churchill Join Us! 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