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AWARDS FOR 2022-2023 COLLEGE YEAR
Number of educational & scholarship awards:
225
Total value of scholarships & awards:
$390,000
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AWARDS
Award Description Recipient(s)
Faculty Award in Memory of Luella HopkinsThis scholarship is open to all North Vermillion High School seniors. Preference is given to those going into the teaching profession.Hailey Hamilton
Margaret & Harold Long Horizon AwardProvides an award to an AES 5th grade student and then a scholarship upon graduation from Attica High School if pursing a post-high school education.Hadley Helms (5th Grade), Kate VanHyfte (Senior)
Robert L. Buser Service & Leadership AwardTo provide recognition of a student providing exemplary service and leadership to Covington High School.Holly Linville
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarship Description Recipient(s)
Andrew "Drew" Swanson Welding ScholarshipFor graduates of Attica, Covington, Fountain Central, or Seeger High Schools and must also be a 2-year participant in the Bi-County Cooperative Welding Program.Jordan Melvin
Arista Jean Perry Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a Fountain Central High School graduate who exhibits strong leadership, character and conduct, must have a 2.0 GPA and/or is in the top half of their graduating class.Maddie Medley
Attica Alumni Association ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to an Attica High School senior pursuing a degree at a college or university.Madeline Pierce, Charlize Rice
Attica Class of 1954 ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to an Attica High School senior pursuing an education in a vocational field.Jocelyn Kerr
Attica Community Foundation ScholarshipProvides scholarships to AHS graduates based on academic performance, school activities and/or work or volunteerism, financial need, and a personal interview.Jocelyn Kerr
Bill Werremeyer Memorial ScholarshipScholarship provided to one South Vermillion High School Senior attending a two or four year university and pursuing a degree or career in business or building trades.Natalie Silver
Bradley Fishero Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a Fountain Central High School graduate.Lillianne Fishero, Courtney Sims
Bradley W. Johnson Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to graduates of Attica High School or Seeger High School in alternating years.Hannah Shackelford
Braeden Hollowell Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a North Vermillion High School student who has participated in athletics and demonstrates good moral character and leadership qualities.Carter Edney, Ava Martin
Brandon Simmons ScholarshipFor Covington High School students pursuing a degree in criminal justice, criminology, or law enforcement.Kayleigh Ragsdale
Bud Smith Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarsip to a Fountain Central High School graduate pursuing a degree in theology.Jacob Keeling
C.A.S.E. (Community of Attica Scholarship Endowment)Provides scholarships to Attica High School graduates pursuing post-secondary education.Molly Cole, Charlize Rice
Carl Swinford Memorial Scholarship FundFor graduates of South Vermillion or North Vermillion High School pursuing a college major or career in any agriculture related field.Larissa McNew
Carol Shew Nursing ScholarshipFor graduates of South Vermillion High School pursuing a career in Nursing and/or Human Medicine.Morgan Adams
Carter H. & Olive E. Martin ScholarshipProvides a renewable scholarship to graduates of Attica High School with a 2.5 minimum GPA.Jocelyn Kerr
CDH ScholarshipFor North Vermillion High School students who plan to enroll as a full-time student at an accredited vocational, technical, trade school, or an accredited two or four year college or university.Tycee Crabtree, Ava Martin
CentreBank ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to graduates of Fountain Central High School and Covington High School who are pursuing a degree in the business and/or finance field.No applicants met criteria
Class of 1933 Boyd-Lahti ScholarshipThis scholarship is open to all South Vermillion High School seniors pursuing a degree in education. Priority is given to those exhibiting financial need.McKenzie Sorg, Lucas Uselman
Class of 1978 ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a South Vermillion High School senior accepted to a two or four year program at an accredited college or university.Laynie Pitts
Clinton Lions Club ScholarshipScholarship is open to South Vermillion High School seniors who are residents Vermillion County and live in the South Vermillion school district.Laynie Pitts
Covington Alumni ScholarshipProvides scholarships for Covington High School graduates that exhibit a financial need.Bernadette Goeppner
Covington Citizens' ScholarshipProvides funding for scholarships to graduates of Covington High School. Priority is given to students in the top 50% of the class.Andrew Boyd, Tyleigh Cates, Faith Daniels, Ethan Dixon, Neil Ellmore, Jayma Girdler, Bernadette Goeppner, Luke Hanson, Haley Harmeson, Hailynn Herzog, Emily Holycross, Vivian Jacobs, Sierra Krepton, Chloe Martin, Briley Peyton, Kayleigh Ragsdale, Cora Reynolds, Peyt Shumaker, Emerson Taylor
Covington Community Foundation Book Reimbursement ProgramAwarded for financial support of book and equipment expenses to Covington High School graduates. Twelve students who were Covington finalists for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship are eligible for $600/year for four years. All other Covington graduates in a four-year degree program are eligible for $400/year for three years. Those Covington graduates in a two-year degree or vocational program are eligible for $200/semester for three semesters.Emily Bonner, Andrew Boyd, Tyleigh Cates, Jayma Girdler, Bernadette Goeppner, Haley Harmeson, Eliza Holycross, Emily Holycross, Sierra Krepton, Holly Linville, Briley Peyton, Cora Reynolds, plus 40 college renewals.
Covington Faculty & Staff ScholarshipFor students pursuing a degree in Education.Emily Holycross
Covington Music Boosters ScholarshipsProvides scholarships to Covington High School graduates pursuing a major in a music related field.Faith Daniels
Covington Teachers ScholarshipFunded by the faculty and staff of Covington School Corporation, applicants must be a CHS graduate and be pursuing a major in education resulting in a teaching license.Emily Holycross
Covington Volunteer Firefighter's Association ScholarshipProvides assistance to CHS students that have demonstrated a commitment to the community as well as their desire to continue their education in the "public service" field.Jayma Girdler, Eliza Holycross
Dave Sanders Memorial ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Fountain Central High School pursuing a career in teaching.Imanol Barradas, Shelby Marshall, Alexis Nickle
Don & Georgeanna Ford Volleyball ScholarshipProvides funding for graduates from Covington High School who have lettered in girls varsity volleyball.Karsyn Engle
Don Bonomo Memorial Optimist ScholarshipThis scholarship is open to all South Vermillion High School seniors who are pursuing a degree in Business or Education at an Indiana college or university.Knic Royer
Dr. Clarence & Martha (Cates) Davan ScholarshipThe primary purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to students that need a hand up (financially) and exhibit a strong work ethic and are concerned about the needs of others (compassion). Students who meet this criteria and all other criteria are to be provided preference for the scholarship. The applicant(s) must have a minimum G.P.A. of 2.0.Sierra Krepton
Dr. James D. Fenters ScholarshipFor Attica High School graduates in the top 20% of the class. Must be active in school and community organizations.Madeline Pierce
Dr. Robert & Sue Ewbank ScholarshipThis scholarship is open to all current and former graduates of Fountain Central High School.Willow Marcum-Walsh
E. P. Zell, Jr. Memorial ScholarshipThis scholarship is open to all South Vermillion High School seniors who will attend an accredited four year course of study at an Indiana college or university.Mallorie Morgan
Elouise J. Shade ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Fountain Central High School majoring in special education, music education, elementary education, or secondary education.Alexis Nickle
Evan Cork Model T ScholarshipFor Jackson Township residents pursuing a two- or four-year college or vocational trade school degree.Jordan Melvin
Fountain County EMS Association ScholarshipFor a current graduating high school senior from an accredited Fountain or Warren County High School. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Must be pursuing a degree/career in Emergency Services and/or Emergency Medical Services.No applicants met criteria
Gene & Nona Martin ScholarshipProvides scholarships to students residing in Kingman or Mill Creek Township.Brooke Crane, Adison Hawk, Seth Martin, Gretchen Ratcliff, Nola Walls
George Curtis Green, Jr. Memorial ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Attica High School pursuing a career in the field of education.Hannah Shackleford
George K. Domeika Jr. Memorial ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to a South Vermillion senior planning to obtain a degree in engineering or technology.Alexander Myers
Good Citizen AwardProvides a scholarship to the Covington Middle School Good Citizen Award recipient upon graduation from high school.Lucas Hauck (8th Grade), Briley Peyton (Senior)
H. Wilma Fisher Memorial ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Fountain Central High School pursuing a career in the Arts or Fine Arts.Courtney Sims
Harold & WaStella VanDame ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to AHS graduates or Attica area home-schooled students with emphasis on volunteer/community service and financial need.Hannah Shackelford
Harrison Steel ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to an Attica High School graduate attending a four-year Indiana college or university.Bradley Sisk
Hegarty Family Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a North Vermillion High School senior who lives in Vermillion County and is pursuing further education; consideration is given to S.A.T. scores and class rank.Rachel Hazelwood
Helen VanDorn Shelby ScholarshipFor graduates of Covington High School pursuing a four-year degree.Cora Reynolds
Herman & Genevieve Simmons ScholarshipProvides scholarships to students residing in Fulton and Mill Creek Townships in Fountain County.Seth Martin, Nola Walls
Herman and Coriene White Family Technology ScholarshipScholarship provided to a South Vermillion High School Senior pursuing further education with the goal of a career in a trade or technical field.Bryce MacLauren, Nolan Williams
Herman and Coriene White Memorial Business ScholarshipScholarship provided to a South Vermillion High School Senior pursuing further education; consideration is given to career goals, achievements, and demonstration of leadership.Ben Fossi, Natalie Silver
Herschel and Barbara Clark Athletic ScholarshipProvides an award to a student-athlete at Fountain Central High School who exhibits strong leadership, character, and sportsmanship. Must rank in the top 1/3 of the class.Cole, Kirkpatrick, Austin Pickett
Hoffman Aesculapian ScholarshipProvides funding for graduates of Covington High School pursuing a degree in medicine or nursing.Mackenzie Cope, Alexandria De Roeck, Karsyn Engle, Eliza Holycross, Madiliene Kilby, Elainy McCoy, Jack Stewart, Abigail Swaney, Keragan Townsend
Hoffman Trojan Scholars AwardProvides funding for scholarships to graduates of Covington High School.Andrew Boyd, Briley Peyton
Ian Claypool Hero ScholarshipFor a CHS or home schooled graduate who is pursuing a health career in nursing, medicine, or medical technology relating to the treatment of cancer.Jayma Girdler
IEA Construction and Engineering ScholarshipProvided to an American or Canadian dependent of an IEA employee, enrolled full-time at a four-year college or university with a 2.8 GPA or higher and planning on obtaining a degree in Construction.Alexander Myers
ISU Contri Family ScholarshipSouth Vermillion High School applicants must have at least a 3.5 GPA and been involved in community service and extracurricular activities. Active involvement in 4-H and an agricultural background is preferred.Natalie Silver
Jack Hunter Memorial ScholarshipProvides a one-time scholarship to a graduate of Covington High School who is pursuing higher education at Indiana State University. Priority given to students with a strong background in community/volunteer service and school/work (attendance).Emerson Taylor
Jackson Township ScholarshipProvides scholarships to Fountain Central High School students residing in Jackson Township.Jordan Melvin
Jamie Lynn Stockdale Memorial ScholarshipProvides scholarships to Fountain Central High School graduates pursuing a career in health care.Lillianne Fishero, Nola Walls
Jerri Purgason Memorial ScholarshipFor those seeking a career in the medical field. Priority given to college level upperclassmen.Abigail Swaney
Jerry W. Boles ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Attica High School or Attica residents pursuing a degree/career in the field of the care and protection of animals. However, if there are no qualified applicants, the award becomes available to other applicants.Molly Cole
Jessica E. Coats Memorial ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Attica, Covington, Fountain Central and Seeger High Schools who are pursuing a career in Nursing.Eliza Holycross, Emily Jimenez, Caroline Mandeville
Jim & Martha Wallace ScholarshipAwards scholarships to graduates of Covington High School who plan on attending Danville Area Community College and study music.Hailynn Herzog
Joseph W. Harrison III ScholarshipProvides a one-time scholarship to an AHS graduate who ranks in the top 25% of the class based upon academic performance, financial need, and volunteer service.Caroline Mandeville
Joshua E. Witsman Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a Covington High School graduate who exhibits financial need, has a minimum 3.0 GPA, is pursuing a vocational trade career pathway (welding or auto mechanics), conservation officer, veterinary medicine, or a teaching career.Peyt Shumaker
Judith Woodrow Memorial ScholarshipProvides scholarships to Covington High School graduates who attend the Covington United Methodist Church and major in teacher education.Emily Holycross
Keith & Steven Barnhart ScholarshipProvides support for a scholarship for an Attica High School graduate.Emma Munson
Kevin L. & Marilyn M. Woodrow ScholarshipAwards scholarships to graduates of Covington High School in the top half of their graduating class.Ethan Dixon
Kirk Gentrup Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to senior athletes at North Vermillion High School or the Wabash River Conference who demonstrate upstanding moral character.Jenna Bailey, Imanol Barradas, Tycee Crabtree, Carter Edney, Rachel Hazelwood, Jerzi Hershberger-Simmons, Kenzie Hinote, Holly Linville, Ava Martin, Briley Peyton, Hannah Shackelford, Leah Stambaugh, Lucas Uselman
Layton W. Hathaway Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship for a graduate of Fountain Central High School pursuing a vocational trade career pathway.Jordan Melvin
Lilly Endowment Community ScholarshipProvides one full-tuition scholarship to a graduate of a Fountain and Vermillion County accredited high school.Shaelyn Meador (Fountain), Cale Royer (Vermillion)
Malcolm C. Spencer, M.D. ScholarshipProvides funding for graduates of Fountain Central or Covington High School pursuing a degree in medicine or nursing.Jayma Girdler, Emily Jimenez
Margaret Bates Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to applicants from South Vermillion High School pursuing a degree in education at an Indiana college or university, with a 3.0 GPA or better.Lucas Uselman
Marguerite Smith Norman ScholarshipProvides funding for graduates of Attica High School pursuing a career in the field of education.No applicants met criteria
Marvin & Dorothy Bodine ScholarshipFor Covington High School students pursuing a two- or four-year degree with preference to students entering into the teaching field.Vivian Jacobs
Mary Patrick Ralph ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a North Vermillion Senior wishing to continue their education. Consideration is given to community service and community achievement, as well as 4-H involvement.Rachel Hazelwood
MasterGuard Community ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Attica, Covington or Fountain Central High Schools who are pursuing a degree in automotive technology or engineering.Tyson Kline
Melinda Baratto Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a South Vermillion High School applicant pursuing a degree in Health Sciences.Mallorie Morgan
Mellott Community Bible Church ScholarshipProvides funds to award scholarships to graduates of an accredited area high school. Priority will be given to individuals who are members of the Mellott Community Bible Church.To be determined
Mike Costello Memorial ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to a senior at South Vermillion High School who participated in athletics and is pursuing a degree in education at Indiana State University.Natalie Silver
Naomi Strader ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to graduates of Attica High School pursuing a career in the field of education. However, in the event there are no education major applicants, the award becomes available to other applicants. Must rank in the top 1/3 of the graduating class.Riley Howard
Nathan T. Allen ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to an outstanding Covington High School baseball player who lettered for three years and exhibits strong leadership, character. and sportsmanship.Neil Ellmore
Patricia (Scherer) Leath ScholarshipFor an Attica High School graduate pursuing a career in the field of educationNo applicants met criteria
Paul G. Ingersoll ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Fountain Central High School in their second year of college.Jessica Lowery
Paula J. Morrison Memorial ScholarshipThis scholarship is provided to a Southmont High School senior attending an Indiana college or university for education.No applicants met criteria
Pearce R. & Alice J. McKinney ScholarshipFor Fountain Central High School graduates pursuing a two- or four-year college or vocational trade school degree.Hayleigh Elkins
Peter J. Marietta ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a North or South Vermillion High School senior planning to enter a Pre-Law course of study or obtain a degree in Mathematics.No applicants met criteria
Potawatomi Festival ScholarshipFor those who exhibit leadership qualities and/or skills in school, community, or church activities.Charlize Rice
Rafferty Memorial ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Fountain Central High School residing in the Hillsboro area.Jerzi Hershberger-Simmons
Ralph & Nancy Tillotson, II ScholarshipProvides scholarships for graduates of Attica High School pursuing a degree in an agriculture related field.Molly Cole
Randall G. Shoaf ScholarshipApplicant must be a current graduating student from Attica, Covington, or Fountain Central High School and is pursuing a degree through Rose Hulman Institute of Technology.No applicants met criteria
Ray S. Shew Memorial Math ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a South Vermillion High School senior planning to pursue a four year degree in math or a math-related field.No applicants met criteria
Raymond & Mildred DeSutter ScholarshipFor an Attica High School graduate with strong leadership skills, excellent scholarship effort, athletic talent, and exemplary citizenship characteristics.Caroline Mandeville
Reagan & Hazel Mallett ScholarshipProvides a scholarship for an Attica, Covington or Fountain Central High School graduate majoring in agribusiness operations or agriculture economics.Benton Berger
Richard Ashton ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a Covington High School graduate.Chloe Martin
Richard H. Newport Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to a South Vermillion senior in the top 20% of their class and have been reasonably active in his/her church and show evidence of work ethic, ambition, compassion and respect for others, integrity, and respect for authority.Knic Royer
Rick Williams Memorial ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to an area high school graduate. Children and grandchildren of Old National and Old National Trust employees supersede other eligible applicants.Ashley Crowder, Lillianne Fishero, Holly Linville
Robert & Lucretia Shoaf ScholarshipTwo scholarships a year are awarded to graduates of Fountain Central High School.Seth Martin, Carter Merryman
Robert E. & Barbara J. Nehemiah Brown Memorial ScholarshipApplicants must be graduates of Attica High School.Caroline Mandeville
Ron & Carolyn Howard & Family ScholarshipProvides funding for qualified graduates from Fountain Central or Covington High School for the purchase of required instructional materials which are recommended for the specific courses that the student is taking.Kendra Earlywine, Luke Hanson
Shirley Moore ScholarshipThis scholarship is provided to a North Vermillion High School senior planning to study education and demonstrating a positive impact in school and community.No applicants met criteria
Southeast Fountain ScholarshipProvides scholarships to graduates of Fountain Central High School who exhibit a financial need and have at least a 2.75 GPA.Willow Marcum-Walsh
Steel Grip ScholarshipProvides scholarships to Covington High School or Fountain Central High School graduates furthering their education. Children and grandchildren of Steel Grip employees supersede all other candidates.Sawyer Keeling, Olivia McGurk, Austin Pickett, Chastain Purple, Gretchen Ratcliff, Keragan Townsend, Grace Wright
Susan Fischer Memorial 4-H ScholarshipFor 10-year members of 4-H who are graduates of Attica, Covington or Fountain Central High School.
Susie McLain ScholarshipScholarship is open to all North Vermillion High School seniors from Eugene Township pursuing a career in education (especially elementary education). The applicant must have a GPA of 2.5 or better.No applicants met criteria
TM & LR Memorial Medical ScholarshipOnly current freshman college students are eligible to apply for this scholarship with the award being payable for second year tuition expenses. The primary purpose of the scholarship is to provide one-time financial assistance to students in the following Health Professions: Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, or Optometry.Daisy Goeppner
Vermillion County Community Foundation ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to students selected as finalists for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship. (Vermillion County only.)Tycee Crabtree, Nathan Mock, Laynie Pitts, Knic Royer
Vermillion County Farm Bureau ScholarshipThis scholarship can be awarded to any Vermillion County resident pursuing further education at a college or trade school, given they have at least one year of membership at Farm Bureau.Nathan Mock
VFW Post 2395 ScholarshipSelection priority is given to applicant(s) who are the children and/or grandchildren of members of VFW Post 2395 or VFW Post 2395 Auxiliary located in Covington.Tyleigh Cates
Wade C. Harrison ScholarshipProvides a scholarship to an Attica High School graduate attending a four-year Indiana college or university.Madeline Pierce
Wildcat ScholarshipThe recipient has attended South Vermillion High School for four years, maintaining a minimum 2.5 GPA; the applicant is also accepted and is a full-time student at a two or four year college or university.Nathan Mock, Laynie Pitts
William & Nellie Hendrix ScholarshipEstablished in 2021, this scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated strong academic performance and exhibits a financial need.Kyleigha Julick
Yale & Orthanna Yager ScholarshipFor graduates of South Vermillion High School with a 3.5 on a 4.0 grading scale and receiving an Academic Honor Diploma or equivalent.Nathan Mock
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