Scholarships Contributed by Nebraska City Organizations & Families
January 1st
Due: January 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior planning to enroll in a vocational program
Must be a U.S. citizen
Submit the following items:
Personal Statement (maximum of 200 words)
Topic: Summarize your activities, accomplishments, needs and future objectives that you feel qualify you for a grant, and outline your career goals and planned academic courses.
Letter from parent or individual having knowledge of information surrounding family background (maximum of 150 words)
See application checklist for details
Letter of endorsement from responsible person not related to application (other than an educator)
See application checklist for details
High school transcript
ACT, SAT or ASVAB scores
January 5th
Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce Scholarship ($1000)
Due: January 5th, 2022
Mail to: Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce, 806 1st Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Submit the following items:
Resume
Essay (maximum of 250 words)
Topic: Describe how your work and/or volunteer efforts ahve contributed to the betterment of the community of Nebraska City. Include anticipated plans upon graduation.
Letter of recommendation
January 15th
Elks Memorial Scholarship ($150)
Due: January 15th
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Selection will be based on academic performance, community service an evaluation of essay.
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
1 page summary of community service activities
Essay (maximum of 2 typed pages)
Topic: Responsibilities of citizenship and service to community and nation
Elks Past Exalted Ruler Scholarship ($1250, $1000, $800)
Due: January 15th
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior planing to attend a post-secondary institution
Emphasis placed on need
Submit the following items:
3 letters of recommendation
High school transcript
ACT or SAT scores
Resume
January 21st
Nebraska City Apple Corp Barbershop Chorus Scholarship ($500)
Due: January 21st
Mail to: Erv Friesen, Scholarship Chairperson, NC Apple Corps Barbershop Chorus, 310 N 22nd St, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must have participated in either instrumental or vocal music each semester, all four years of high school
Must have a seven semester 2 average
Must plan to pursue additional education beyond high school
Must be respectable, a leader, a person of integrity and an individual of outstanding moral character
Submit the following items:
Official 7-semester transcript
2 letters of recommendation (from high school teachers, administrators, etc.)
Resume including high school and community activities
February 1st
Beta Sigma Phi-Alpha Omega Chapter (Amount TBA)
Due: February 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a senior planning to attend a post-secondary institution in the fall
Submit the following items:
Resume
High school transcript
Essay (Maximum of 2 pages, typed)
Topic: Explain why you would like to be considered for this scholarship.
2 letters of recommendation from former or present teachers, employers, coaches, etc.
February 15th
Elks J.B. Ferguson Golf Scholarship ($500)
Due: February 15th
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college
Must have participated in high school golf and plan to participate in a college golf program
Submit the following items:
3 letters of recommendation
Official transcript and ACT or SAT scores
March 1st
Alpha XI Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi ($1000)
Due: March 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office (We will accept applications from home-schooled students)
Eligibility:
Must be a senior planning to attend a post-secondary institution in the fall
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
ACT score
Resume
Letter detailing future plans and why you are deserving of this scholarship
2 letters of recommendation
Senior picture
Name of family member in good standing with Beta Sigma Phi (if applicable
Current phone number
Proofreading is very important and will be taken into consideration!
Harry Bischof Memorial Scholarship (Amounts Vary)
Due: March 1st
Mail to: Nebraska City VFD Scholarship Committee, c/o City Clerk's Office, 1409 Central Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior planning to attend a college, university or technical school (priority given to educational institution in Nebraska)
Must be a legal resident of the Nebraska City School District
Submit the following items:
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Why should you be considered for this scholarship?
3 confidential letters of recommendation
Keys For Kids Scholarship ($300)
Due: March 1st
Mail to: Keys for Kids, c/o Meg Michel, 5951 Eagle Ridge Drive, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Member of Nebraska City Public Schools band program for 8 years (5th-12th grade)
Minimum 3.25 GPA
Music-related major
At least 50 hours of community service accumulated during high school
Submit the following items:
Essay (100 word minimum(
Topic: Explain how music has influenced your life
Letter of recommendation from previous or current band director
Nebraska City Education Association Scholarship ($500)
Due: March 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a senior planning to major in education at an accredited institution of higher learning
Selection will be based on a combination of academics, school and community involvement, recommendation, essay evaluation and character
Submit the following items:
Resume (including high school activities, special awards and community activities)
Essay (maximum of 150 words)
Topic: Why would you like to be considered for this scholarship?
High school transcript
Letter of recommendation from a teacher
Nebraska City Teammates (Amount TBA)
Due: March 1st
Mail to: TeamMates of Nebraska City, 1700 14th Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be an active member of TeamMates Mentoring program in good standing
Submit the following items:
Letter explaining how being part of the TeamMates Program has benefited you
Letter from parent or guardian explaining how you have benefited from being involved in TeamMates
Letter from your mentor stating your accomplishments since the two of you were matched as TeamMates
March 15th
American Legion Auxiilairy Averyl Elaine Keriakedes Memorial Scholarship
Due: March 15th
Call Department Office 402-466-1808 for submission instructions
Eligibility:
Must be enrolled in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Must plan to teach middle school social studies
Must be planning to attend a trade program
Submit the following items:
Narrative (300 words or less): Statement of chosen major and reasoning as to why you selected it.
2 letters of recommendation from: 1)an employer, clergy or business person in your community 2)an administrator, school counselor or teacher
Resume with community, church and school activities, honors and awards (include community service hours)
Letter of acceptance (tentative or final) from institution of higher education
Transcript
ACT or Accuplacer score
American Legion Auxiliary Career and Technical Education Scholarship
Due: March 15th
Call Department Office 402-466-1808 for submission instructions
Eligibility:
Must be a resident of Nebraska
Must b a Veteran or Veteran connected
Must be planning to attend a trade program
Submit the following items:
Narrative (300 words or less): Statement of chosen major and reasoning as to why you selected it.
2 letters of recommendation from: 1)an employer, clergy or business person in your community 2)an administrator, school counselor or teacher
Resume with community, church and school activities, honors and awards (include community service hours)
Letter of acceptance (tentative or final) from institution of higher education
Transcript
ACT or Accuplacer score
American Legion Auxiliary Health Care Professional Scholarship
Due: March 15th
Call Department Office 402-466-1808 for submission instructions
Eligibility:
Must be a resident of Nebraska
Must b a Veteran or Veteran connected
Must be persuing a 4-year heallth care degree
Submit the following items:
Narrative (300 words or less): Statement of chosen major and reasoning as to why you selected it.
2 letters of recommendation from: 1)an employer, clergy or business person in your community 2)an administrator, school counselor or teacher
Resume with community, church and school activities, honors and awards (include community service hours)
Letter of acceptance (tentative or final) from institution of higher education
Transcript
ACT or Accuplacer score
American Legion Auxiliary Roberta Marie Stretch Memorial Scholarship ($400)
Due: March 15th
Call Department Office 402-466-1808 for submission instructions
Eligibility:
Must be enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate or graduate program at a four year college or university
Must be Beteran-connected
Must be a resident of Nebraska
Preference given to former Nebraska Girls' State Citizens
Submit the following items:
Narrative (300 words or less): Statement of chosen major and reasoning as to why you selected it.
2 letters of recommendation from: 1)an employer, clergy or business person in your community 2)an administrator, school counselor or teacher
Resume with community, church and school activities, honors and awards (include community service hours)
Letter of acceptance (tentative or final) from institution of higher education
Transcript
ACT or Accuplacer score
American Legion Auxiliary Ruby Lorraine Paul Scholarship
Due: March 15th
Call Department Office 402-466-1808 for submission instructions
Eligibility:
Must be the child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of an American Legion or American Legion auxiliary member or Sons of the American Legion Auxilary member who has held Nebraska membership for two years
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university
Must be a Nebraska resident for previous 3 years
EXCLUDES APPLICANTS ENROLLED IN SCHOOL OF NURSING
Submit the following items:
Narrative (300 words or less): Statement of chosen major and reasoning as to why you selected it.
2 letters of recommendation from: 1)an employer, clergy or business person in your community 2)an administrator, school counselor or teacher
Resume with community, church and school activities, honors and awards (include community service hours)
Letter of acceptance (tentative or final) from institution of higher education
Transcript
ACT or Accuplacer score
American Legion Auxiliary Ruby Paul Campaign Fund Scholarship
Due: March 15th
Call Department Office 402-466-1808 for submission instructions
Eligibility:
Must be the child, grandchild, or great-grandchild of an American Legion or American Legion auxiliary member or Sons of the American Legion Auxilary member who has held Nebraska membership for two years
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university
Must be a Nebraska resident for previous 3 years
Submit the following items:
Narrative (300 words or less): Statement of chosen major and reasoning as to why you selected it.
2 letters of recommendation from: 1)an employer, clergy or business person in your community 2)an administrator, school counselor or teacher
Resume with community, church and school activities, honors and awards (include community service hours)
Letter of acceptance (tentative or final) from institution of higher education
Transcript
ACT or Accuplacer score
Nebraska City High School Alumni Foundation Grant-College and Non-traditional applicants ($1,500-$4,000)
Due: March 15th
Mail to: Nebraska City High School, c/o Jackie Moyer, 141 Steinhart Park Road, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must have completed at least three years of college before annual alumni banquet (Memorial Day Weekend)
Must have studied at accredited institution and plan to enroll in fall term for at least 12 credits in pursuit of degree (or at least 6 credits for post-graduate degrees)
Submit the following items:
College transcript (does not have to be official)
2 letters of recommendation (at least one from college instructor)
Resume (Should include academic or educational honors or awards received during college)
Wallet-sized photo
Essay (maximum of 250 words)
Topic: Occupational interest and educational goals
Paragraph explaining your current employment, current student loans and amount of debt that you expect to have upon earning your degree
Richard P. Kimmel & Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation/Rotary Scholarship ($2,000)
Due: March 15th
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior
Preference given to students planning to attend a Nebraska college
Must demonstrate a sincere interest in furthering education
Must demonstrate involvement in school and community activities
Submit the following items (ALL MUST BE TYPED):
High school transcript
Personal Essay or Letter
Topics: Why would you like to be considered for this scholarship? What are your goals and future plans?
1 letters of recommendation
Resume (including high school activities, honors and community activities)
March 18th
SENCA Community Leadership Scholarship ($400)
Due: Must be postmarked by March 18th, 2022
Mail to: SENCA, Scholarship Committee, PO Box 646, Humboldt, NE 68276
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior
Must reside in Cass, Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee or Richardson county
Submit the following items:
ACT scores
Transcript
Resume
Essay (approximately 500 words)
March 30th
Mother Goose Scholarship ($300)
Due: March 30th
Mail to: Mary Stevenson, 105 Apple Circle, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior planning to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student
Must be a former Mother Goose Preschool student
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Must demonstrate sincere interest in higher education
Must demonstrate involvement in school and community activities
Submit the following items:
3 letters of recommendation from teachers, church associates, communitSeparatory members, employers, etc.
March 31st
Dorothea A. Kropp Memorial Art Scholarship ($1,500)
Due: March 31st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be an NCHS graduating senior planning to major in visual arts
Must be in the top third of graduating class
Minimum GPA of 2.0
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
Resume
Essay (maximum of 150 words)
Topic: Why would you like to be considered for this scholarship?
Kropp Foundation Scholarship (up to $500 per semester, renewable)
Due: March 31st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a senior at Nebraska City High School
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75
Demonstrate sincere interest in higher educaiton
Demonstrate involvement in school and community activities
Must be admitted to accredited post-secondary institution as a full-time student
Must maintain a 3.0 GPA and continue to be enrolled as a full-time student in order to renew
Submit the following items:
Resume
Essay (maximum of 150 words)
Topic: Why would you like to be considered for this scholarship?
High school transcript
ACT or SAT scores
Current GPA form signed by counselor (included in application)
April 1st
American Legion Post # 8 ($200)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Legion Post #8, PO Box 692, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must plan to major in educaiton
Must be veteran-connected
Submit the following Items:
High school transcript
Resume
American Red Cross Blood Drive Scholarship (Varying amounts)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Kevin Mohr, Nebraska City High School
Eligibility:
Must be a senior at Nebraska City High School planning to attend a college or university
Must have worked at the Nebraska City High School Blood Drive
Submit the following items:
Resume (including community service)
Essay
Topic: Describe your character and future plans.
Bethany Wademan (Alumni Foundation)
($1000)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a senior graduating from Nebraska City High School
Must plan to attend cosmetology or barber school
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
ACT score
2 character references (only 1 may be from an NCHS staff member)
Resume (Include school and community activities, honors, offices held, organization membership, employment, community service, etc.)
Wallet-sized photo
Essay (maximum of 200 words)
Topic: Describe your occupational interests and educational goals.
If parents are graduates of Nebraska City High School, include a separate sheet of paper with their names and years of graduation.
Brown Glass Family Trade Scholarship ($500)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior at Nebraska City High School
Must be seeking a vocational or trade degree
and be admitted into an accredited program
Submit the following items:
Personal Paragraph
Topic: Describe how this scholarship will help further your educational goals and why you want to pursue a vocational or trade career.
High school transcript
2 letters of recommendation from non-relatives (at least one from school administration, teacher or coach
CHI St. Mary's Hospital Scholarship
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be an NCHS graduating senior planing a career in healthcare
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
ACT scores
Resume
Essay
(maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Why would you like to be considered for this scholarship?
2 completed reference forms (found in application)
Commercial State Bank Scholarship ($500)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to or mail to: Commercial State Bank, c/o Roger Claussen, 617 Central Avenue
Nebraska City, NE 68410
Submit the following information:
Name
Class rank
Brief personal description
Future plans of study or major
High school activities
Community participation
Reason you are deserving of this scholarship
Resume
(Applications will be evaluated on content as well as structure and quality.)
Cornelia Petring Kimmel Scholarship ($10,000)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Minimum GPA of 3.5
Must be a graduating senior attending Nebraska City High School
Must plan to attend a public university, state college or community college in Nebraska
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
Resume
Essay
Topic: Describe how this scholarship will help further your education, as well as the insights you have gained from non-academic activities, including community service and work experience during your high school career.
Georgia H. Loofe Memorial Art Scholarship ($500 per semester)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior planning to attend a post-secondary institution
Must plan to study art
Submit the following items:
Resume
High school transcript
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Why would you like to be considered for this scholarship.
Grace and Harry Moeller Scholarship ($400)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: David A. Wetrosky, Secretary, Western Star Lodge No. 2, PO Box 84, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior
Must have a Masonic connection (including Eastern Star, Job's Daughters, Demolay)
Submit the following items:
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Explain why you would
like to be considered for this scholarship and describe your reason for needing financial assistance.
3 letters of recommendation (at least 2 should be from high school and/or college instructors; 1 may be from a member of the community)
Henry F. and Mary Meyer Scholarship (Amounts Vary)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Completed application (including explanation of financial need)
Activities resume
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Explain why you would like to be considered for this scholarship.
High school transcript
Teacher recommendations
Kenny Gress Memorial Scholarship ($500)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior
Must plan to attend Peru State College
Submit the following items:
Resume
Transcript
Essay (maximum of 500 words)
Topic: Describe your future goals and how this scholarship will help you achieve your goals.
Kenny Peterson Memorial Scholarship ($100)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Mrs. Kenneth Peterson, 1801 3rd Corso, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must plan to study agriculture
Submit the following items:
2 letters of recommendation from high school instructors, counselors, principal, etc.
1 letter of recommendation from. a non-relative community member (clergyman, 4-H leader, etc.)
Essay questions (included in applications)
Lois Berger Memorial Scholarship ($200)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Tom Berger, 523 N 16th Street, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must plan to major in English or Journalism
Submit the following items:
Resume
Transcript
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Why would you like to be considered for this scholarship.
Morton and Ella Steinhart Scholarship ($2,500, renewable for up to 4 years)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Steinhart Foundation, Inc., 601 Central Avenue, Suite 105, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior
Must plan to attend a 4-year college or university
Must maintain a 2.5 GPA in order to renew
Scholarship and financial need will be considered
Must be in top 25% of class (for 7 semesters)
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
ACT or SAT scores
2 letters of recommendation from high school instructors
1 letter of recommendation from community member (clergyman, employer, etc.)
Resume with work experience
Previous year's income tax report page containing adjusted gross income (circle figure)
Essay (100 words or less)
Topic: Explain how this scholarship will assist you in achieving your future goals.
Nebraska City Athletic Booster Club-Roger Hoback Memorial Student Athlete Scholarship ($500)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior at NCHS
Must be part of an NCHS athletic program and complete one full season during senior year
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Submit the following items:
GPA form
Two letters of recommendation (one must be from coach)
Answers to the following questions:
How did athletics/sports help shape you into the person you are today?
What has being a student athlete taught you?
Nebraska City High School Alumni Foundation Scholarship ($1,000-$2,000)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be an NCHS senior planning to attend college
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
ACT or SAT scores
2 letters of recommendation (Only one can be from an NCHS staff member)
Resume (including school and community activities, honors, offices held, employment, community service, etc.)
Wallet-sized photo
Essay (maximum of 200 words)
Topic: Occupational interests and goals
Parent information
If parents are NCHS graduates
Names
Years of graduation
Nebraska City Public Schools Retired Teacher Scholarship ($1,000)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be an NCHS graduating senior
Must plan to study education at a university, state college or community college
Minimum GPA of 3.25
Submit the following items:
Personal essay describing how this scholarship will help further your educational goals and why you want to pursue a career in teaching.
Completed application
Nebraska City Softball Scholarship ($1,000)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: NC Softball, c/o Aubrey Wurtele, 6589 King Rd, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior
Must participate in the summer softball program in Nebraska City and play on high school softball team
Must have a minimum GPA of 2.75
Submit the following items:
Essay (maximum of 1 page)
Topic: Explain how you have demonstrated one or more of the following to contribute to your community in a way that goes beyond your required community service (integrity, hard work, perseverance, leadership, overcoming personal adversity).
Official high school transcript
Nebraska City Volunteer Fire Dept ($500)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Mr. Jeff Kohrs, 1226 N 15th Street, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must have met incoming qualifications, and been accepted as a member of the Nebraska City Volunteer Fire Department Firefighter Reserve Program by August 31 (of senior year of high school) in good standing with the the department under the NCVFD Fire Chief's discretion
In good standing and participates regularly in department trainings, drills, meetings and response to emergency calls (excluding school hours)
Current high school senior at NCHS, Lourdes or Home School (as Nebraska City resident)
Minimum GPA of 2.75
Minimum ACT of 22
No Misdemeanors
CPR Certified by April 1st prior to May graduation
Must have attended at least 3 meetings of any government, city, county, or similar agency during senior year (and provide dates of attendance on application form
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
Copy of CPR certification
2 recommendations from non-family members
Community service hours
Resume
Essay (400-500 words)
Topic: How as the reserve program and NCVFD positively impacted you and how have you given back to the community with your efforts?
Pearl Ruby Tucker Mem. Scholarship ($300)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Western Star Lodge #2, Attn: OES, PO BOox 84, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
ACT or SAT scores
3 letters of recommendation
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Why should you be considered for this scholarship?
Pioneer Passport Scholarship ($1500 x2)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
In order to qualify for a chance to earn a scholarship, students must complete all required passport activities and two optional passport activities prior to April 1st.
Once passports are completed they will be turned in to the school counseling office and entered into a drawing for a scholarship sponsored by Cargill.
Submit the following items:
Completed passport
Richard P. Kimmel and Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation ($10,000)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a senior at Nebraska City High School planning to attend a Nebraska public university, state college or community college
Must plan to major in art, agriculture, education or business
Minimum GPA of 3.0 or minimum composite ACT score of 20
Submit the following items:
Personal Essay
Topic: How will this scholarship help to further your education and what insights have you gained from non-academic activities, community service and work experience?
High school transcript
2 letters of recommendation (at least 1 from a school administrator, teacher, coach, etc.)
Western Star ($500)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Western Star Masonic Lodge, PO Box 84, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior planing to attend a post-secondary institution
Submit the following items:
High school transcript
Resume
Essay (50 words or less)
Topic: Explain why you should be considered for this scholarship.
Westfall Family Music Scholarship ($1,000)
Due: April 1st
Turn-in to: Mrs. Kori Vodicka, NCHS Counseling Office
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior from Nebraska City High School
Must plan to attend a university or state college and participate in a school-sponsored instrumental music activity (first priority given to students majoring or minoring in music)
Minimum GPA of 3.3
Must be a current member of the instrumental music program at NCHS
Submit the following items:
Personal essay describing why music is important to you and how this scholarship will help you achieve your educational goals.
Woodmen of the World Scholarship (Amount TBA)
Due: April 1st
Mail to: Woodmen of the World, 2005 4th Corso, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior
Must be a Woodmen of the World member
Submit the following items:
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Explain why you would like to be considered for this scholarship
Resume
High school transcript
April 10th
Varsity Club Scholarship (Amounts Vary)
Due: April 10th
Turn-in to: Mr. Tom Bales, Nebraska City High School
See Mr. Tom Bales for scholarship informaiotn
April 15th
Nebraska City First United Methodist Church and Maynard Family Scholarship ($1,000, $500, $250)
Due: April 15th
Mail to: First United Methodist Church, Attn: Scholarship Committee, 1023 1st Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410 or email to secretaryfumc@spiralfiber.com or turn in to church office in person
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating NCHS senior
Must be a current member of Nebraska City First United Methodist Church
Minimum GPA of 2.5
Submit the following items:
Letter of recommendation from Pastor of Nebraska City First United Methodist Church
Letter of recommendation from active, non-relative, member of Nebraska City First Methodist Church
Nebraska City News Press Journalism Scholarship ($250)
Due: April 15th
Mail to: Gatehouse Media Nebraska Properties, Attn: Theresa Kavan, 823 Central Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must plan to study English or Journalism
Submit the following items:
Resume
Essay (maximum of 100 words)
Topic: Explain why you would like to be considered for this scholarship
High school transcript
Sally and Ray Noyes Memorial Scholarship ($1,000 renewable for up to 4 years)
Due: April 15th
Mail to: Sally and Ray Noyes Memorial Scholarship, c/o Nick Krenk, 218 N 11th Street, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior from Nebraska City High School
Must plan to attend an accredited 2 or 4-year college or trade school
Applicants will be evaluated based on financial need, scholarship, school and community involvement and future plans.
Submit the following items:
Transcript
Resume
Response to scholarship questions
At least one teacher recommendation
Tom Bales Baseball Scholarship ($500)
Due: April 15th
Turn-in to: Mr. Tom Bales, Nebraska City High School
Eligibility:
Must be a graduating senior at Nebraska City High School
Recipients will be selected based on: years playing baseball, financial need, academics and essay presentation
Submit the following items:
Academic resume
List of (baseball) teams and years played
Essay (must be typed
Topic: Describe yourself, your future plans and your financial need. Explain what baseball has meant to you.
Tree City Garden Education Scholarship ($300)
Due: April 15th
Mail to: Evelyn Boyd, 630 N 64th Rd, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Eligibility:
Must be a high school senior planning to study horticulture-related field
Must attend Nebraska City High School or Lourdes High School
Submit the following items:
Essay
Topic: Why do you want to major in horticulture, floriculture, landscape design, conservation, forestry, agronomy, city planning, environmental concerns or land management? Which area will you study and why?
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