APPLICANT POOL: Any graduating senior from Van High School who has attended Van High School for at least two years, meets all state and local graduation requirements, and plans to further their education through a specific trade or technical school.

GENERAL OVERVIEW: This scholarship may be awarded to any student who is enrolling in post-secondary education, whether the field of study is vocational or technical. He or she should demonstrate financial need and have the ability to complete the proposed course of study.

NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED: The number of scholarships may vary yearly based on the total funds available, divided by $1000.

AMOUNT AWARDED: One time $1000 grant per recipient.

SELECTION PROCESS: All required information must be received by Annie Byrd at annie.byrd@vanisd.org no later than April 7, 2023. The Van ISD Education Foundation Scholarship Selection Committee will choose the recipient(s) from eligible applications.

PAYMENT TO RECEIPIENT: Announcement of these awards will be made at the annual Van High School Senior Night. Payment will be made to each individual student after proof of enrollment is sent to the foundation, along with a copy of the recipient’s thank you note to the donor.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: This scholarship program requires an average academic grade of at least 80. The applicant should be a responsible student who exhibits good citizenship and reflects the goals of the foundation. The applicant’s essay should include a statement reflecting how receiving this scholarship would help him or her be successful in life. Please email your essay to annie.byrd@vanisd.org.