Scholarships

The Clyde and Grace Moss Scholarship Fund was established to leave a lasting legacy of Clyde and Grace Moss. Annually, as funds are available, one (1) scholarship is awarded annually to a qualified senior student graduating from a Ross County high school.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominees must be a graduating senior of a Ross County, Ohio high school.
2. Nominees must have a 2.5 grade point average (on a 4.0 grading scale).
3. Nominee must complete an application.
4. Nominee must complete an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
5. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing his or her educational goals and career plans.
6. Application must be accompanied by official high school transcripts from a Ross County high school and ACT or equivalent scores.
7. Nominee must provide proof of acceptance by the college, trade school, or technical school of his/her choice.
8. Nominee must provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
9. Scholarship funds may be used at any accredited college or trade school for tuition and/or books.
10. Scholarship payment will be made only to the designated educational institution.
11. Any unused funds will be returned to the Fund. Should a student withdraw before completing his/her first year, the remaining funds, in accordance with the policy of the institution, shall be returned to the Fund.

As a lasting memory to Mary Margaret Black a Ross County, Ohio resident concerned about education, an annual scholarship provides funds for college students who have graduated from Ross County High Schools.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominees must have a 2.5 grade point average.
2. Nominees may apply from South Central Ohio counties
3. Nominees must provide proof of acceptance by the college, trade, or technical school of his/her choice.
4. Nominees must be accompanied with official high school transcripts and ACT, or equivalent, scores.
5. Scholarship funds are to be used for general expenses: Tuition, room/board, and books.
6. Scholarship payment will be made only to the designated educational institution.
7. Should a student withdraw before completing his/her first year, the remaining funds, in accordance with the policy of the institution, shall be returned to the fund.

The Virginia Riffle Scholarship Fund is for Chillicothe High School Graduates who are attending Ohio University – Chillicothe or Athens. Scholarship are available for traditional and non-traditional students. Scholarships are renewable.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee shall be a graduate of Chillicothe High School.
2. Nominee must be a full-time student at Ohio University – Chillicothe or Athens.
3. If a graduate of CHS within the previous two years, nominee must have had not less than a 3.0 high school Grade Point Average (on a 4.0 grading scale).
4. Nominees who graduated from CHS prior to the two previous years will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
5. Nominee must complete an application.
6. Nominee must complete an educational budget and demonstrate financial need.
7. Application must be accompanied by official high school transcripts and ACT or equivalent scores.
8. If nominee has completed some college, application must be accompanied by university or college transcripts.
9. Nominee must write a self-expression synopsis (200 words or more) describing education goals, career plans, and school and community activities.
10. Nominee shall provide two (2) recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
11. Scholarship funds are to be used only for books and/or tuition.
12. Scholarship payment will be made directly to Ohio University. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

The McCallum Family Scholarship Fund for Chillicothe High School Graduates was established by Scott McCallum in memory of his father John L. McCallum. John was a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley and was a Certified Public Accountant by trade. Education was important to John and this scholarship will provide educational funds in his memory.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Chillicothe High School, Chillicothe, Ohio.
2. Nominee must have not less than a “B” average (3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale)
3. Nominee must fill out an application.
4. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing themselves, interests, hobbies, and goals. The synopsis should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years, including organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.) as well as those connected with school (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.).
5. Nominee shall provide transcripts from Chillicothe High School.
6. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors, or other community leaders.
7. Scholarship is need-based and in preference is given to students from families of one parent or no parent.
8. The money may be used at a four year accredited university or college.
9. The money may be used only for tuition. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.
10. The scholarship is renewable with documentation from the university that a “C” average (2.0 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale) has been maintained.

The MZT Spirit Scholarship Fund for Adena High School Graduates is established by the friends and loved ones of Marsha Zurmehly Tootle. She was an incredible person that inspired the Class of 1975 to create a legacy to honor her. She had such SPIRIT and loved the Adena High School and was proud to be a Warrior! Scholarships in Marsha’s memory will be awarded to Adena High School graduates as funds are available.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Adena High School, Frankfort, Ohio.
2. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale).
3. Nominee must complete an application.
4. Nominee must complete an educational budget, as financial need will be a consideration.
5. Nominee must write a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing education goals, career plans, and school spirit.
6. Nominee shall provide transcripts from Adena High School.
7. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors, or other community leaders.
8. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
9. The money may be used for books and/or tuition. Checks will be written directly to the college, trade school, or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the fund.

One (1) $500 college scholarship is awarded annually to a qualified senior student graduating from Adena High School.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Adena High School, Frankfort, OH.
2. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale).
3. Nominee must fill out an application.
4. Nominee must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
5. Nominee must write a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing education goals and career plans.
6. Nominee shall provide transcripts from Adena High School.
7. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors, or other community leaders.
8. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
9. The money may be used for books and/or tuition. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the fund.

Established to recognize graduates who model the Huntsmen values I.D.E.A.L. – Inspire, Develop, Educate, Achieve, LIVE the legacy!

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominees must be a graduating senior of Huntington High School
2. Nominees must have a 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 grading scale).
3. Nominee must complete an application.
4. Nominee must complete an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
5. Nominee must provide an essay to the essay prompt below.
6. Application must be accompanied by official high school transcripts and ACT or equivalent scores.
7. Nominee must provide proof of acceptance by the college, trade school, or technical school of his/her choice.
8. Nominee must provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
9. Scholarship funds may be used at any accredited college or trade school for tuition and/or books.
10. Scholarship payment will be made only to the designated educational institution.
11. Any unused funds will be returned to the Fund. Should a student withdraw before completing his/her first year, the remaining funds, in accordance with the policy of the institution, shall be returned to the Fund.

In lasting memory of their parents, the daughters of Roger and Emily Benner have established annual scholarships to qualified graduates of Paint Valley High School, Bainbridge, Ohio.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Paint Valley High School, Bainbridge, Ohio.
2. Nominee must have not less than a “B” average (3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale.)
3. Nominee must provide proof of acceptance by the college, trade, or technical school of his/her choice.
4. Applications must be accompanied with official high school transcripts and ACT, or equivalent, scores.
5. Scholarship funds are to be used for general expenses: Tuition, room/board, and books.
6. Scholarship payment will be made only to the designated educational institution.
7. Should a student withdraw before completing his/her first year, the remaining funds, in accordance with the policy of the institution, shall be returned to the fund.
8. Roger and Emily Benner were supporters of local 4-H programs and preference will be given to 4-H members.

In lasting memory of Norman R Cutright, family and friends have established an annual one-time scholarship to qualified graduates of Paint Valley High School, Bainbridge, Ohio.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Paint Valley High School, Bainbridge, Ohio.
2. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
3. Nominees must fill out an application.
4. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
5. Nominee must provide a self expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
6. Nominee shall provide transcripts from Paint Valley High School.
7. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
8. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
9. The money may be used for tuition, board and/or books.

Established to annually assist graduates of Paint Valley Local Schools pursuing a four-year college degree.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Paint Valley High School, Bainbridge, OH.
2. Nominee must fill out an application.
3. Nominee must be pursuing a four-year degree
4. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale).
5. Nominee must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
6. Nominee shall provide high school or college transcripts.
7. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals.
8. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors, or other community leaders.
9. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.).
10. Nominee must include an information sheet listing any awards or honors received.

The Zane Trace Pete Dunkle Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to the legacy of a true ZT Pioneer. Mr. Pete Dunkle started his teaching and coaching career at Paint Valley, moved to Finley, OH to Arlington High School and then found his home at Zane Trace Local School District. Pete was a high school principal and then superintendent where he finished his 23 years at Zane Trace, retiring in 1996. Pete continued his service to the ZT community as a full-time volunteer in the booster club, working countless bingo nights and operating the ZT PTO sausage booth at the Ross Co. Fair and Easy Rider Rodeo for more than three decades.

His unwavering loyalty and generosity to the Zane Trace community positively and profoundly impacted generations of Pioneers. The lessons learned from his deeds will carry on through the hard work and dedication of his family, friends, former students, and community as they continue his legacy and create their own. This scholarship is to honor Pete’s tenacious spirit and all of the good that it brought to Pioneer Nation and everyone who crossed his path. “We live in deeds, not years.”

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Zane Trace High School, Chillicothe, Ohio.
2. Nominee must provide a one page autobiography (250 words or more) describing themselves, interests, hobbies, and goals.
3. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). Information sheet should also include any awards or honors received.
4. Nominee shall provide transcripts from Zane Trace High School.
5. Scholarship funds may be used at any accredited college or trade school and may be used for books, tuition or room and board.

The Frey family, Terry and Dolores Frey, Terry Frey Jr and Scott Frey establish the Terry Frey Scholarship fund to provide scholarships to Zane Trace Graduates.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Zane Trace High School, Kingston, Ohio.
2. Preference will be given, but not limited to eligible applicants who will be entering a career in agriculture.
3. Nominees must fill out an application.
4. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
5. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
6. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
7. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
8. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). Information sheet should also include any awards or honors received.
9. Nominee shall provide High School transcripts.
10. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
11. The money may be used for books, tuition or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

The Glenn and Cathy Chester Scholarship was established to provide a lasting legacy in Glenn and Cathy’s honor. As former educators, both believed that to be successful in life, education is a key factor in achieving your future goals.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduating senior of Zane Trace High School, Chillicothe, Ohio or be a Zane Trace graduating senior at the Pickaway Ross Career and Technology Center.
2. Preference will be given, but not limited to eligible applicants who will be entering a career in education or skilled trades.
3. Nominees must fill out an application.
4. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
5. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration,
6. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
7. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors, or other community leaders.
8. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). The information sheet should also include any awards or honors received.
9. Nominee shall provide High School transcripts.
10. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
11. The money may be used for books, tuition, or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

Honoring the memory of Mr. Roy A. Congrove, a basketball coach and mentor to Zane Trace High School students, annually scholarships are awarded to Zane Trace graduates.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Zane Trace High School, Chillicothe, Ohio.
2. Nominee must provide a one page autobiography (250 words or more) describing themselves, interests, hobbies, and goals.
3. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). Information sheet should also include any awards or honors received.
4. Nominee shall provide transcripts from Zane Trace High School.
5. Scholarship funds may be used at any accredited college or trade school and may be used for books, tuition or room and board.
6. Roy A Congrove was high school basketball coach and preference will be student athletes.

The family of Cara Tener Tague establishes this scholarship fund to provide an annual scholarship for Zane Trace graduates

Guidelines for Applications

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Zane Trace High School, Chillicothe, Ohio.
2. Preference will be given, but not limited to eligible applicants who have participated on the Zane Trace Swim Team.
3. Nominees must fill out an application.
4. Nominee must have not less than a 3.0 Grade Point Average (3.0 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
5. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
6. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
7. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
8. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). Information sheet should also include any awards or honors received.
9. Nominee shall provide High School transcripts.
10. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
11. The money may be used for books, tuition or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

Kim Knapp Morton proudly mentored countless young people, teens, and adults throughout her life as an entrepreneur, a culinary artist, a college instructor, and a loving member of the Ross County community.

Kim was a 1971 graduate of Zane Trace High School. She completed her associate and bachelor degrees at Hocking College and OHIO University, respectively, with a focus on social work and criminal justice. A life cook and Baker, she owned and operated her business, Kim’s Catering, from 1985 until 2017.

In the spirit of Kim’s generosity throughout the years, this endowment is being established by her sons to continue her legacy and to support future generations within her community as they spread love, kindness, and pursue their own dreams.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Zane Trace High School, Chillicothe, Ohio.
2. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
3. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration,
4. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
5. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
6. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). Information sheet should also include any awards or honors received.
7. Nominee shall provide High School transcripts.
8. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
9. The money may be used for books, tuition or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

The Judge Thomas Bunch Scholarship Fund was established by his family in his memory.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of a Unioto High School, Chillicothe, Ohio.
2. Nominee must fill out an application.
3. Nominee must have not less than a 3.0 Grade Point Average (3.0 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
4. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing who you are, what you are proud of and what your plans are for the future.
5. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (employment, 4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). The information sheet should also include any awards or honors received. Judge Bunch was a high school athlete and preference will be student-athletes.
6. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders. Judge Bunch was a high school athlete and preference will be given
   to student-athletes who provide at least one recommendation from a coach.
7. Nominee shall provide High School transcripts.
8. The funds may be used at any accredited college or trade school.

The Cynthia J.S. Detillion Scholarship Fund was established by Cynthia’s family in her memory.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduating senior of Unioto High School, Chillicothe, Ohio.
2. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale).
3. Nominee must fill out an application.
4. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
5. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
6. Nominee must provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
7. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.).
8. Nominee must provide a list of awards and honors received.
9. Nominee must provide High School transcripts.
10. The funds may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
11. The funds may be used for books, tuition or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

Established by the school district’s Class of 1971 and is an annual, one-time, non-renewable award up to $1,000 recognizing a deserving elementary, middle school or high school classroom educator or guidance counselor demonstrating a consistent record of educational excellence, community service and serves as a role model for the district’s students and community.

A currently serving classroom educator or guidance counselor may self-apply for the annual award following the application guidelines listed below. Additionally, a second party may nominate a currently serving educator or guidance counselor for an annual award.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a currently serving elementary, middle school or high school classroom educator or guidance counselor within the Union Scioto School District.
2. Nominee must complete an application within the guidelines outlined in the application or nomination process.
3. Nominees must be current employees in good standing as verified by the school district superintendent.
4. Nominees must not have a written record of disciplinary action within the past five years as verified and documented by the school district administration.
5. Nominees will provide a written self-expression synopsis (500 words or more) describing their contributions to the school’s educational and community missions as well as their professional, educational and personal goals and how the scholarship award will be used to support those goals.
6. Nominee must provide three written recommendations from either a superintendent or principal, fellow educator, and a community leader.
7. Scholarship funds may be used towards an approved personal or professional course of study at an accredited college for tuition and/or course materials as well as relevant workshops, as approved by the district superintendent that enhances the nominee’s personal or professional development.
8. Scholarship payment will be made only to the designated educational institution.
9. Any unused funds will be returned to the Fund. Should an awardee not use the full scholarship award within one year of the award without prior approval from the fund’s board, any remaining funds, in accordance with the scholarship’s by-laws shall be returned to the Fund.

The Ed Umsted Memorial Scholarship was created by the friends and family of Ed Umsted to create a lasting legacy to his memory.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of Zane Trace High School, Chillicothe, Ohio; Unioto High School, Chillicothe, Ohio; Teays Valley High School, Ashville, Ohio; Circleville High School, Circleville, Ohio; Crossroads Christian Academy, Circleville, Ohio; New Hope Christian Academy, Circleville, Ohio; Logan Elm High School, Circleville, Ohio; or Westfall High School, Williamsport, Ohio or homeschooled in Ross to Pickaway Counties.
2. Nominee must fill out an application.
3. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
4. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
5. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
6. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged during his/her high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.).
7. Nominee must provide an Information sheet that should include any awards or honors received.
8. Nominee shall provide high school transcripts.

The Kelly Downs Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by Kelly’s family and friends to leave a lasting legacy in her name. Annually, as funds are available, a $500 scholarship will be awarded to a qualified senior student graduating from Southeastern High School.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduating senior of Southeastern High School.
2. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale).
3. Nominee must complete an application.
4. Nominee must complete an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
5. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
6. Nominee must provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
7. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.).
8. Nominee must provide a list of awards and honors received.
9. Nominee shall provide official High School transcripts.
10. The funds may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
11. The funds may be used for books, tuition or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

A 1996 graduate from Piketon High School, Jeremy was involved in many extracurricular activities including football and 4H. Jeremy was aware of how participating in extracurricular activities could teach many life lessons and as a peewee level coach he tried to instill these lessons in each young athlete.

Guidelines for Applications

1. Nominees must be a graduating senior of a Pike County Ohio High School.
2. Nominees must fill out an application.
3. Nominees must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
4. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration,
5. Nominees must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans. The expression should include life lessons received through the participation in extracurricular activities.
6. Nominees must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). The information sheet should also include any leadership roles, awards or honors received.
7. Nominee shall provide High School transcripts.
8. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
9. The money may be used for books, tuition, or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.

The Frey family, Terry and Dolores Frey, Terry Frey Jr and Scott Frey establish the Terry Frey Scholarship fund to provide scholarships to graduates of the Pickaway Ross Career and Technology center who have agriculture experience (i.e. 4H, FFA) or entering an agriculture career.

Guidelines for Application

1. Nominee must be a graduate of the Pickaway Ross Career and Technology center.
2. Preference will be given, but not limited to eligible applicants who will be entering a career in agriculture.
3. Nominees must fill out an application.
4. Nominee must have not less than a 2.5 Grade Point Average (2.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.)
5. Nominees must fill out an educational budget as financial need will be a consideration.
6. Nominee must provide a self-expression synopsis (250 words or more) describing their educational goals and career plans.
7. Nominee shall provide two recommendations from teachers, coaches, advisors or other community leaders.
8. Nominee must provide an information sheet that should include activities in which the nominee has engaged in during high school years (class officer, music organizations, athletics, publications, etc.) and organized out-of-school activities (4-H Club, scouting, church organizations, etc.). Information sheet should also include any awards or honors received.
9. Nominee shall provide High School transcripts.
10. The money may be used at any accredited college or trade school.
11. The money may be used for books, tuition or room and board. Checks will be written directly to the college or trade school or approved entity. Any unused portion will be returned to the Fund.