LOCAL VHS SCHOLARSHIPS
THE AVERA CREIGHTON HOSPITAL AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP DOES
NOT REQUIRE AN APPLICATION, BUT DOES REQUIRE AN ACTIVITIES
RESUME AND AN ESSAY ON WHY YOU ARE ENTERINGT THE HEALTH
CARE FIELD
ALL SCHOLARSHIP LISTED BELOW UTILIZE THE “LOCAL
SCHOLARSHIP FORM” ONLY
AMERICAN LEGION & AUXILIARY SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre American Legion & Auxiliary sponsors a $300.00 scholarship for a
VHS senior. The following areas are considered by their scholarship committee:
grade point average, class rank, activities, offices held, college major, length of
program of study, financial need, and career goals. Applications are due to the VHS
guidance counselor by April 1.
ALLEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – separate app
The family of Gerald and Louise Allen will award one $250.00 scholarship each year
to a graduating VHS senior. Preference will be given to students who are employed
at Alpine Village Retirement Center. The scholarship is payable to the school of the
student's choice at the beginning of the second semester. A special application form,
available from the VHS guidance counselor, is required. Selection will be made by a
committee consisting of one member from each of the following families: Jane
Holoch, Ann Hutchson, and Gerald Allen, Jr. Applications are due to the Allen
family by April 15.
ALPINE VILLAGE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP – separate app
Alpine Village Retirement Center sponsors a $500.00 scholarship for a graduating
VHS senior. The following criteria apply.
1. The student must be employed by Alpine Village or have a parent who is
employed by Alpine Village.
2. Preference will be given to a student who intends to major in a medically related
field.
3. Length of employment at Alpine Village will be considered.
4. The student's high school GPA will be considered.
5. The student must submit a brief essay outlining how he/she intends to use the
scholarship.
The special application form for this scholarship is available from the VHS
guidance counselor or the Alpine Village administrator and is due to the VHS
guidance counselor or the Alpine Village administrator by April 1.
BLANCHE MERRITT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Blanche Merritt Memorial Scholarships are funded by a trust fund established
in honor of Blanche Merritt. The fund is administered by Verdigre Public Schools.
One or more scholarships of $100.00 are awarded to graduating VHS seniors,
subject to availability of funds. The winners are selected by a committee of VHS
faculty and administrators. The winners are selected on the basis of need,
scholarship, and leadership. Applications are due to the VHS guidance counselor
by April 1.
BOB KMENT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The members of the Verdigre Rescue Squad sponsor two $200.00 scholarships in
memory of Bob Kment and in recognition of his pride in and his commitment to his
community and its youth. Preference will be given to students whose parents are
members of the Verdigre Fire and Rescue Squads. The scholarship will be paid
upon presentation of proof of enrollment in second semester classes at the school of
your choice. Applications are due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1.
FATHER OBORNY SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre Improvement Club sponsors a $150.00 scholarship in honor of Father
Oborny to a VHS senior. The winner of this scholarship will be selected by a
committee of the Improvement Club. Payment will be made upon proof of expenses
related to a post-secondary program of study. The scholarship will be based
primarily on academic and leadership qualities. Applications are due to the VHS
guidance counselor by April 1.
EDWARD S. & ELDIVA M. (JEDLICKA) PAVLIK
MUSICAL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship is funded by a trust fund donated by Edward S. and Eldiva M.
(Jedlicka) Pavlik. The scholarship agreement states that 90% of the annual earned
interest in this fund is to be paid, annually, as a scholarship, to only one senior
student, with the following qualifications:
A. The student shall agree to continue formal music education as a major at
a nationally accredited university or college for at least one year following
student's graduation from high school.
B. First choice shall go to the student who receives that year's John Philip
Sousa music award, second choice shall go to the student who receives
that year's National School Chorale Award. If neither of those two
students is eligible, a committee consisting of Verdigre High School's
band instructor, vocal instructor, and senior student counselor shall
award the scholarship to a student on the basis of:
1. Musical ability
2. Contribution to the school's music program
3. Academic ability
4. Need
C. If neither A nor B apply, the proceeds will go to either the high school
band department of the high school choir department to be used if
needed. If funds are not required, they will then be re-invested into the
principal balance of the scholarship fund.
Applications are due to the guidance counselor by April 1.
GARY FREDERICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The members of the Verdigre Fire Department sponsor two $200.00 scholarships in
memory of Gary Frederick and in recognition of his pride in and his commitment to
his community and its youth. Preference will be given to students whose parents are
members of the Verdigre Fire and Rescue Squads. The scholarship will be paid
upon proof of enrollment in the second semester at the school of your choice.
Applications are due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1.
HENGSTLER - ODINEAL SCHOLARSHIP
Each year the Financial Aid Office of the University of Nebraska at Lincoln awards
the Hengstler-Odineal Scholarship based on the following criteria:
1. Preference given to graduates of Verdigre, Creighton, and Plainview High
Schools planning to attend UNL
2. Graduates of Knox & Pierce County High Schools
3. Financial need
4. High academics
The total funds of this scholarship will be divided between renewals and new
applicants each year.
Applications are due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1.
JACK'S QWIKSHOP CHESTERMAN BOTTLING CO. SCHOLARSHIP
Jack's Qwikshop and the Chesterman Coca-Cola Bottling Company sponsor two
$100.00 scholarships to graduating seniors. Applications are due to the VHS
guidance counselor by April 1.
JEFFREY KRAFT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The family of Jeffrey Kraft will award 2 $250 scholarships each year to a
graduating VHS senior. In honor of Jeffrey’s love of sports, preference will be given
to students who have participated in one or more extra curricular sports activity all
four years of high school. The scholarship will be paid upon presentation of proof
of enrollment in second semester classes at the school of your choice. Applications
are due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1st.
ADOLPH AND MARCELINE KRUSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSLHIP
The family of Marceline Marie (Boelter) Kruse is sponsoring an annual $500.00
scholarship for a VHS graduating senior in honor of Marce, her love for this
community (her life-long home), and her years of dedicated volunteer service.
Students must complete the Scholarship Application Form, describing their intent
to pursue further education and related goals. Preference will be given to students
whose activities demonstrate a commitment to Keeping America Beautiful
(recycling/litter prevention) on a personal or community level. The recipient will be
selected by the VHS Scholarship Committee; the funds will be administered by VHS
to the school of the student’s choice upon proof of enrollment in the second
semester. Application is due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1.
NADINE B. NELSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Interest from the Nadine B. Nelson Scholarship Fund shall be awarded annually to
the VHS senior with the highest GPA who continues his/her education at a college of
his/her choice. No scholarship available for 2015.
PINNACLE BANK SCHOLARSHIP
The Pinnacle Bank of Verdigre sponsor two $250.00 scholarships for a VHS senior
enrolled in a post-secondary program of study. Scholastic standing and leadership
activities are important considerations. Applications are due to the VHS guidance
counselor by April 1.
VERDIGRE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre Alumni Association sponsors two scholarships for VHS seniors.
Candidates must be enrolled in a two or a four year post-secondary program of
study. The desire to continue the student's education is more important than grade
point average. Financial need is considered. The scholarship winner will be
selected by a committee of the Alumni Association in cooperation with the VHS
counselor. Applications are due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1.
VERDIGRE CREEK LONGBEARDS CHAPTER
NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FEDERATION SCHOLARSHIP – separate app
The Verdigre Creek Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation
sponsors a $250.00 scholarship for graduates of local schools. Involvement in
outdoor activities is considered. A special application form is available from the
VHS guidance counselor and available on the school website. The scholarship will
be awarded at the Chapter’s spring banquet. Applications are due to the VHS
guidance counselor by April 1.
VERDIGRE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre Education Association sponsors a $100.00 scholarship for a VHS
senior majoring in education. The scholarship will be awarded upon completion of
one semester at a post-secondary institution and the continuation of an education
major. Payment will be made upon proof of enrollment for the second semester.
Deadline for the submission of this information to the VEA is March 1st.
Applications are due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1.
The VEA may award more than one of these scholarships.
VERDIGRE FFA SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre FFA sponsors a $100.00 scholarship to a Verdigre High School senior.
The recipient must be involved in FFA activities. Application forms and deadlines
are available from the guidance counselor. The scholarship is awarded at the Local
FFA Banquet.
VERDIGRE FFA ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre FFA Alumni sponsors a $100.00 scholarship to a Verdigre High
School senior. Preference is given to students enrolled in a two or four year Agrelated or voc tech post-secondary program of study. Financial need is considered.
Application forms and deadlines are available from the guidance counselor. The
scholarship is awarded at the Local FFA Banquet.
VERDIGRE IMPROVEMENT CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre Improvement Club offers a $150.00 scholarship to a graduating VHS
senior. The winner of this scholarship will be selected by a committee of the
Improvement Club. Payment will be made upon proof of expenses related to a postsecondary program of study. The winner of this scholarship will be determined
primarily by need. Applications are due to the VHS guidance counselor by April 1.
VERDIGRE MUSIC BOOSTERS SCHOLARSHIP
The Verdigre School Music Boosters sponsor a $100 recognition award to a VHS
senior who has been enrolled in band AND choir all four years at Verdigre High
School.
The music boosters may grant more than one of these awards. Applications are
available from the VHS guidance counselor and are due by April 1. Award
recipients will be announced at graduation and issued a check shortly thereafter.
VERDIGRE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
The VHS National Honor Society may sponsor a $150.00 scholarship for a senior
member of the National Honor Society, depending on the availability of funds.
Candidates must be enrolled in a two or four year post-secondary program. The
winner will be selected by the National Honor Society's faculty council, following the
guidelines of the National Honor Society. Applications are due by April 1 to the
VHS guidance counselor.
More than one scholarship may be awarded.
VERDIGRE SCHOOL FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP – separate app 2
scholarships for $400 Student must rank in the top half of the class. Must
be enrolled in further education. Proof of college expenses must be
provided for payment. Also scholarship format is available on line at
verdigreschoolfoundation.org Deadline before April 1st.
ZCBJ LODGE #5 SCHOLARSHIP
Verdigre's ZCBJ Lodge #5 sponsors a $50.00 scholarship to each graduating senior
who is a member of the Lodge. Application should be made to the Lodge president
by April 1.
FORMS FOR OTHER “LOCAL” SCHOLARSHIPS THAT REQUIRE
SEPARATE FORMS ARE POSTED ONLINE ON THE SCHOOL WEBSITE
Updated: February, 2015