Scholarships

Since 2001, the Foundation has awarded $65,625.00 in scholarships to Lowell High School graduates. In May 2008, we will, once again, award thousands of dollars in scholarships thereby investing in the continued educational successes of Tri-Creek students. Following are the scholarships that are available this year:

NICK PARENTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Rick and Nan Parente established this annual scholarship, in the amount of $750.00, with the Foundation in memory of their son, Nick, who was a Tri-Creek student and a graduate of Lowell High School. Nick was a very creative person and in honor of him, the scholarship will recognize a graduating senior who demonstrated creative self-expression using music, art, writing or drama during his/her time at Lowell High School. In order to qualify for this scholarship, the applicant must:

• have at least a "C" average
• participate in an interview process
• attend a college/university, trade or vocational school upon graduation.

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TRUITT VETERINARY SCHOLARSHIP

Established in 2005 by Mrs. Sandra Truitt in memory of her dear friends Mary Boggs, Lil Carlson and Darlene Stansberry, this scholarship, in the amount of $250.00, will be awarded each year to a graduating senior from Lowell High School who will be pursuing a degree in the field of veterinary medicine. A unique feature of this scholarship is that the recipient can re-apply for an additional one-time amount of $250.00 in funding after completing one year of college, provided the recipient has a grade point average of "B" or above, and continues to pursue a degree in the field of veterinary medicine. If the recipient meets these requirements, he/she will qualify for the additional financial support bringing the value of this scholarship to $500.00. To qualify for this scholarship, students must:

• have a GPA of "B" or higher
• upon graduation, attend a four year college or university with an accredited Veterinary Medicine Program and major in Veterinary Medicine
• participate in an interview process

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RYON BUSINESS SCHOLARSHIP

Established by businesswoman, Mrs. Diane Ryon, the Ryon Business Scholarship was the first scholarship established with the Foundation. It is Mrs. Ryon’s desire to help students attain a college education preparing them for a business career. To be eligible for this scholarship, students must:

• have at least a "C" average upon graduation from Lowell High School
• participate in an interview process
• plan to attend a commuter college with a business major.

The scholarship, valued at $3,000.00, is awarded to two students each year. Students interested in applying for this scholarship should contact the guidance department at Lowell High School.

LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1977  SCHOLARSHIP

This $500.00 scholarship was established by a group of 1977 graduates of Lowell High School. It is their desire to annually honor a graduate of Lowell High School. The scholarship requirements are:

• one or both of the applicant’s parents must be graduates of Lowell High School
• the student must have actively participated in school activities at Lowell High School
• the student must have at least a "C" GPA upon graduation
• the student must attend a college/university or trade school

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Originally established by the Lowell High School Student Council Sponsor and the 2002 Student Council President to honor student leaders, this $250.00 scholarship was first awarded in May, 2003.  The requirements for this scholarship are that the recipient must be a member of the Lowell High School Student Council and must have held an office during his/her time at Lowell High School. 

Lowell High School teacher, Mrs. Kathy Nelson, established the Lowell High School I.C.E. Scholarship to recognize students who participated in the Interdisciplinary Cooperative Education program at Lowell High School. This scholarship, in the amount of $2,000.00, is unique because it is awarded to graduates of Lowell High School after they have completed one year of post-secondary education. To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

• have participated in Lowell High School’s I.C.E. Program since 2001
• have completed one year of post secondary education at a college, university, trade school, or in an apprentice program
• demonstrate financial need
• have a 2.0 G.P.A. or higher
• participate in an interview process

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TRI-CREEK EDUCATION  FOUNDATION COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP

Wishing to recognize students who have strengthened our community by demonstrating outstanding leadership in service by giving of themselves in order to help others, the Foundation established this annual scholarship. Valued at $500.00, the scholarship is awarded to one graduating student who:

• maintains at least a "C" average upon graduation
• has performed voluntary, non-compensated community service during his/her time at Lowell High School
• participates in an interview process
• will attend a college/university or trade school upon graduation.

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This scholarship was established in memory of Mrs. Ruth Dahl-Weinberg. A life-long resident of Lowell, Ruth Weinberg taught in the Tri-Creek School Corporation for thirty-five years, teaching at the Oakland and Lake Prairie Elementary schools. Ruth’s husband, Joseph Weinberg, established this scholarship to honor Ruth for the years of dedication she provided the many students she taught during her career. The Ruth Dahl-Weinberg Scholarship, in the amount of $1,000.00, is awarded to a Lowell High School graduate who must:

have a GPA of "B" or higher participate in an interview process attend a four year college/university majoring in education Download Application in PDF format

Mrs. Ruth Dahl-Weinberg

LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL CHORAL SCHOLARSHIP  

This scholarship, in the amount of $500.00, was established in partnership with the Lowell High School Choir Boosters to honor a graduating senior who:

• participated in the choir program for at least three years
• maintains at least a "C" average
• participates in an interview process

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LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC DECATHLON SCHOLARSHIP

The Lowell High School Academic Decathlon Scholarship was established by teacher, Joseph Gianotti, to honor students who participated in the challenge of being a decathlete during their time at Lowell High School. To be eligible for this $400.00 scholarship, applicants must:

• have been a starting decathlete
• plan to attend a trade school, college or university
• and participate in an interview process.

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The family and friends of Jacob Hamm have established this scholarship in memory of Jacob, a student at Oak Hill Elementary School, who was killed in a tragic accident. This scholarship will honor Jacob in future years when the scholarship is awarded in his name.  Details on this scholarship are being finalized.

This scholarship was established by members of Lowell High School's Freshman Student Council and the Student Council Sponsor in memory of Erin Wentworth, a Lowell Middle School student who lost her battle with a terminal illness.  Erin will be honored in future years when this scholarship is awarded in her name.  Details for the scholarship are being finalized.

The following scholarships are offered in partnership with the Lowell High School Athletic Department, the Lowell Athletic Boosters, the Lowell High School Lettermen's Club, and the Lowell High School Girls' Basketball Program, and are awarded during the Senior Athletic Banquet.

THE DOUG PRATT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Valued at $300.00 for 2006, this scholarship is awarded to a male senior basketball player nominated and chosen by the Lowell High School Athletic Director.

THE KELLY ADAMS SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP

Kelly Adams was a highly spirited athlete who displayed a genuine concern for all students of Lowell High School.  A good portion of Kelly's life was devoted to cheerleading, gymnastics, and promoting school spirit.  The Kelly Adams Spirit Scholarship is an attempt to remember Kelly by enabling a deserving student to continue their education upon graduation from Lowell High School.  Each year, a selected athlete or athletes who best exemplify the true spirit of a Lowell High School student will be awarded a $500.00 scholarship.  To be considered for this scholarship, the candidate must:

• have a letter of acceptance to a college, university, or trade or vocational school
• display a spirited and uplifting attitude toward fellow students
• reflect a positive attitude as an active participant in the athletic program during their time at Lowell High School
• demonstrate a genuine concern for the improvement of the school community
• reflect the characteristics of leadership and good citizenship in school, and
• hold in high regard and demonstrate the value of friendship

THE LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC  DIRECTORS  LEADERSHIP/CITIZENSHIP  SCHOLARSHIP

To qualify for this scholarship, valued at $1,000.00, the student athlete must:

• be in the top 10% of their class

• be a member of the National Honor Society

• have a minimum of two varsity letters in two different sports

• have served as an officer or council member in the Lettermen's Club and/or served as a captain of a varsity team during their time at Lowell High School

• have received all-conference or all-state recognition either academically or athletically during their high school career

• have served in a leadership role for a high school project aimed at improving student life at Lowell High School and

• be active in community service

THE LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS' BASKETBALL LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP 

This scholarship honors exemplary senior basketball players that have served as positive role models for future Lady Red Devils.  The applicants must:

• have demonstrated a commitment to the development of girls involved in the youth basketball feeder programs (i.e.  Dinky Devils, Summer Camps, and the Middle School League)

• have an accumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and

• have received three award letters in girls' basketball, at any level

THE LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL LETTERMEN'S CLUB LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

This $500.00 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding Lowell High School senior athlete.  To be considered, the applicant must have:

• a GPA of at least 2.5

• demonstrated some type of service either in the community or within activities sponsored by the Lettermen's Club and

• a letter of acceptance to a college, university, trade or vocational school

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THE PEPSI LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

Established by Pepsi, this scholarship is awarded to athletes who demonstrate leadership, dependability, dedication and a caring attitude for others. In addition, the recipient must have a GPA of at least 2.5.

THE  RON  WILLIS  MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Established in October, 2004 by the Lowell High School Athletic Department, the Ron Willis Memorial Scholarship, in the amount of $250.00, was set up in memory of Ron Willis who had a passion for long distance running.  Each of his three children participated in cross country running at Lowell High School and Ron loved to watch his children participate. This new scholarship will be awarded to one or more outstanding senior athletes at Lowell High School who:

• demonstrate a spirited and uplifting attitude toward fellow students

• reflect a positive attitude as an active participant in the athletic program

• demonstrate a high value for friendship, and

• reflect the characteristics of leadership and good citizenship

The academic requirements include:

• maintaining a grade point average of at least 2.5

• receiving a varsity letter

• attending a college, university, trade or vocational school upon graduation

THE MEL HENIG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Established in October, 2005 in partnership with the Lowell High School Athletic Department , this scholarship, in the amount of $1,000.00 (or two scholarships valued at $500.00 each), will be awarded to one or two outstanding Lowell High School senior athletes who will be attending a college or university, trade or vocational school upon graduation.

THE KAY SAMPSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Established in October, 2005 in partnership with the Lowell High School Athletic Department, the Kay Sampson Memorial Scholarship, valued at $500.00, will be awarded to one male and one female graduate of Lowell High School who:

• maintained a GPA of at least 2.5 upon graduation

• received a varsity letter while attending Lowell High School

• will attend a college, university, trade or vocational school upon graduation.