Schroeder Family Music Scholarship
In honor of WHS alums Pam & Kate Schroeder, to reward an outstanding 4-year music student (instrumental or vocal) who plans to pursue music in college.
Scott Ewoldsen Memorial Fine Arts Scholarship
Scholarship in memory of Kennedy Class of 1985 student, Scott Ewoldsen, for a Kennedy student active in drama, music, journalism and/ or art. Must have been involved in the activity for at least two years and planning to attend college.
Sean Wu Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Sean Wu, a 2016 graduate of Kennedy High School, for a student who plans to pursue higher education in a creative career field. Student must embody Sean’s spirit, original humor, interest in creative writing and cinematic arts, academic excellence, and the ability to brighten everyone’s mood.
Senquez Jackson Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship in memory of WHS student Senquez Jackson, for an award given to a 4-year iJAG student.
Shawn Dennis Shaw Memorial Scholarship
Two scholarships will be given annually – one to a male and one to a female Washington High School graduate. Students should ideally be the first in their family to seek post-secondary education, have financial need, be personally motivated, a leader within the school and/or with their peers, and have participated in school and/or community service work.
Steve Strong Computer Scholarship
In honor of retired Washington High School Computer Science teacher, Steve Strong. To support a WHS graduate pursuing an education/career in computer science.
Steven Arnold Memorial Theatre Scholarship
In memory of Steven Arnold, a 1970 alumnus, who was a director and actor at Theatre Cedar Rapids and long term board member of Act One Theater in Benton County. For a student who has been active in JHS theatre all 4-years and will attend UNI to major in any of the theatre arts. Student must have significant financial need.
Steven W. Hilby Memorial Scholarship
A former Roosevelt student with 2.0 grade point or above who is also an athlete; not necessarily varsity but has dedication, a love of the game, a positive attitude, and is a great teammate. Student must plan to attend a technical school, 2-year, or 4-year institution. Financial need a plus, but not required.
Susan Hovelson Shimon Memorial Scholarship
To be given to a deserving graduating senior from Washington High School, whose high school education program included an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), as a reward for the student who, despite a disability, has been admitted to a 2- or 4-year accredited college or university.
Terry Durham-CR Noon Lions Club Scholarship
Senior actively involved in community service throughout their high school years who will be continuing in any kind of post-secondary education.
Terry Kemme Scholarship
An award for a Metro IEP student who will pursue further education in a trade program, vocational institution, or college. Recipient to be determined by staff.
Thomas R. White Memorial Scholarship
Given to a minority student under the age of 19 who has a 2.5 GPA or better. Graduate must have noted financial need with plans to enroll in an accredited college or university.
