Description All scholarships are one-time only scholarships (no continuing scholarships)
Preference will be given to students who express an interest in Education

Note: In order to receive the scholarship money the student awarded the scholarship must supply the WEA Treasurer:

*Proof of classes enrolled in for the quarter or semester

* Student ID Number

* Address and contact person or office at the institution where the scholarship check can be sent.

Upon receipt of these documents (prior to August 31st), the Treasurer will issue the awarded scholarship check directly to the institution.
Amount $500 (2)
Criteria
  • WHS Graduate attending a 2 or 4 year academic institution
  • GPA: 3.0 minimum
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Brief statement (500 words or less) on: 1) The impact a teacher has had on the direction of your life or 2) Why you value education.
Additional Essay Titles
  • "The impact a teacher has had on the direction of your life" -or- "Why you value education."