Seniors! If you need a transcript for a scholarship, please fill out the online transcript request form-under Schools - High School-Guidance Office - Transcript.  Your transcript can be picked up from the Guidance Office, emailed to you, or mailed to an organization.

Sheldon Education Foundation & Local Area SCHOLARSHIPS

The Sheldon Education Foundation, and local businesses and organizations in our area offer many scholarships.

Please Note! We have converted many of the local scholarships to a Google Doc, so you will be able to word process the scholarship applications.

When you open an application: Click on FILE. Then MAKE A COPY. You will then be able to fill in your application and it will save to your drive.

Print the application and deliver it to the Guidance Office.

A NOTE ON RESUMES!

Remember your scholarship resume is what sets you apart from other students.  Be specific on the leadership positions you hold within an organization, and the activities you participate in, including the number of service hours.  

Examples of Resumes: Resume Lab.com  or More tips! And there are many other websites! 

Ongoing Scholarship - State of Iowa

FUTURE READY LAST DOLLAR SCHOLARSHIP

Who's Eligible? The Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship is for Iowans who: 

  • Are new high school graduates enrolling in an eligible program full-time in the fall after graduation or adult

    learners (20 and older) starting an eligible program at least part-time.

  • Plan to earn a certificate, diploma, or associate degree aligned with a designated high-demand job.

  • Have applied for all other available aid.   

  • File the FAFSA by the deadline

The Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship is available at Iowa Community Colleges and accredited private colleges in Iowa that offer eligible programs of study and that agree to provide required student services. (The scholarship program is available at NCC and WIT.) Please view the website to find out about eligible programs at all of Iowa's community colleges.  

Future Ready Last Dollar Scholarship

SEPTEMBER

P.E.O. STAR SCHOLARSHIP / DEADLINE: September 15 (This deadline has passed)

The P.E.O. STAR Scholarship is a non-renewable $2,500 scholarship for women who excel in leadership, academics (3.0 gpa), extra-curricular activities and community service. To apply for this scholarship, a student has to be recommended by a local P.E.O. Chapter.  If you are especially strong in Community Service and in the areas mentioned above, please fill out the application. Submit your application to the Guidance Office by September 15th. We will be in contact with the local PEO Chapter.

(Please note: This is a different scholarship than The P.E.O. - Sheldon Chapter DU, Scholarship. The DU scholarship is due in the spring).  

PEO Star Scholarship

OCTOBER

DECEMBER

JANUARY

OSCEOLA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. - COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS/ JANUARY 27, 2023  

FEBRUARY

John C. and Nancy J. Heuck Scholarship / Deadline: February 1, 2022

Cloy & Connie Olhausen Scholarship / Application deadline: February 1, 2022

2023 SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICTS (SWCD) / DEADLINE: February 10, 2023

North West REC Scholarships for High School Seniors / Deadline: Friday, February 17

O'Brien County Pheasants Forever / Deadline: Tuesday, February 21

MARCH

LINDA K. DE GROOT - VILLAGE NORTHWEST UNLIMITED 'SPIRIT OF CARING' SCHOLARSHIP/ AWARD: $2,000  / DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2024

In honor and memory of Linda K. De Groot, Village Northwest Unlimited will award a $2,000 scholarship to a graduating senior who will be entering a career field that focuses on working with individuals who have disabilities.  Linda was the Director of Public Relations and Business Development at Village Northwest for over 20 years. She lost her battle with cancer on October 15, 2006.  This scholarship provides an opportunity to honor and sustain her legacy of caring that Linda exemplified every day.

Application Requirements:

  • Enter a career field that focuses on working with people with disabilities

  • Submit an official high school transcript with your application.

  • Include two (2) letters of recommendation (not from a parent or relative).

  • Submit a completed application form (must be typed) to: Village Northwest Unlimited, Sheldon IA

Linda K. De Groot - Spirit of Caring Scholarship

Ag State Senior Scholarship / Deadline: March 10, 2023

To apply for this scholarship, you must be pursuing an Agriculture degree at an accredited university, community, college or technical school. Preference will be given to students of AgState Class A members. Factors considered will include academic achievement, school service and involvement, and other community and school related activities. Only students from eligible schools are eligible to apply (Sheldon is an eligible school). Applications must be typed and fully completed.

Website: Ag State Scholarship

Farmers Coop Society (FCS) Sioux Center, IA / Deadline: March 14, 2023

Farmers Coop Society will help ensure a strong future for the agricultural industry by awarding scholarships to high school students pursuing ag-related degrees or with an ag or rural background.

Applicants must be a graduating high school senior who will enroll in college or technical school this fall, possess a GPA of 3.0 or better, and have a designated major or interest in an ag-related field or a rural background.

Recipients will be selected based on academic achievement, leadership characteristics, and ag-related community involvement.

FCS Application 2023

Farmers Mutual Insurance -(Hull, IA) Scholarship / Deadline: March 15, 2023

Farmers Mutual Insurance Association of Hull is sponsoring twenty (20) $1000 college scholarships for high school seniors who currently attend a Northwest Iowa High School. Note: The award is limited to children of Farmers Mutual policyholders. Applicants should have at least a 3.0 gpa, and the committee also places significant weight on the student's goals and activities. Teacher/Counselor comments are also an important component in the committee's final selection.

Farmers Mutual Ins. Application Farmers Mutual Reference Forms

Woods Fuller Scholarship / Deadline: March 17, 2023

Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C. will award two (2) $2,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors attending an accredited college, university or technical school in the fall.

Requirements:

  • You must be a High School Senior, planning to attend an accredited post high school educational institution.

  • Have not previously received a Woods Fuller Scholarship

  • Reside within the counties of Sioux or O'Brien in Iowa, Nobles in Minnesota and Lincoln or Minnehaha in South Dakota.

You will need the following documents to apply for this scholarship:

  • A Completed Application

  • An Official High School Transcript

  • Two (2) personal recommendations

  • A 300 word essay

  • A 30-60 second YouTube or Vimeo video describing how you plan to make a difference in the future.

For more information and to download the application: Woods Fuller Scholarship Application

Application materials should be emailed to: MARKETING@WOODSFULLER.COM

SIOUXLAND OFFICIALS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP / Deadline: March 24, 2023

Graduating seniors of the Class of 2023, are invited to apply for the Siouxland Officials Association Scholarship.  Four (4) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors, and one (1) additional $1,000 scholarship, the Von Bornholtz Memorial Scholarship will also be awarded.

Requirements include:

  • A high school senior, participating in at least one sport for at least three (3) years of your high school career, including your senior year.

  • Applicants shall exhibit outstanding character, be a total team player, demonstrate the highest level of sportsmanship during your high school career and serve as a role model for all students at your high school.

  • Have a 3.00 gpa at the time of your application (you will need to include your transcript with your application). 

Please view the application for more details and to apply.  Siouxland Sportsmanship Scholarship 2023

COOPERATIVE ENERGY COMPANY SCHOLARSHIPS / Deadline: March 24, 2023

Fifteen (15) $1,000 scholarships will be offered to students pursuing a 2 or 4-year college education in a field that compliments the careers offered at Cooperative Energy Company. Some of those careers include: 

Accounting and Administrative Assistants, C-Store Managers, Location Managers, Diesel Service Technicians, Auto Service Technicians, Tire Service Technicians, Fuel Delivery Drivers, and Propane Service and Delivery Drivers

Some ideal 2 or 4-year college programs that support these careers could be: Business Management, Accounting, Administrative Office Management and Auto/Diesel Tech or Transportation.  

For more information and to apply: Cooperative Energy Company Scholarship

The Northwest Iowa League of Cities / Deadline: March 31, 2024

The Northwest Iowa League of Cities (NWILC) High School Senior Scholarship Program is open to any high school senior residing in a NWILC member community.  You must pursue a post-secondary education which may result in city government.  Eligibility for this scholarship includes:

  • High School Senior

  • Reside in a Community that is a member of the NWILC

  • Intend to enroll in a post-secondary program that may result in employment by city government

    • examples: public administration, water/wastewater, law enforcement, firefighter, EMS, code enforcement, planner, public engineer, city attorney, etc. 

    Complete and return the application and a 400-500 word essay highlighting your interest in pursuing a career related to city government.  

  • Application & Signature Page: NWILC Scholarship App

  • NWILC Information Page

SHELDON BROADCASTING COMPANY, INC./KIWA RADIO SCHOLARSHIP/DEADLINE: March 31

Sheldon Broadcasting Company Inc./KIWA Radio will award one (1) $1,500 scholarship to an area High School graduating senior who meets the following requirements:

  • The applicant must attend Sheldon High School

  • Achieve a cumulative gpa of 2.50 or higher, in high school

  • Be a high school senior in good standing

  • Major in radio broadcasting, communications or journalism, music education and/or songwriting or music composition as a full-time college student.

  • Submit your completed application, postmarked no later than March 31.

Sheldon Broadcasting/KIWA Radio Scholarship

It is the policy of Sheldon Broadcasting Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its advertising, sale of advertising, and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Tom Traughber, General Manager, 411 9th St. Sheldon, Iowa, 712-324-2597, E-mail Address: tom@kiwaradio.com

APRIL

COOPERATIVE FARMERS ELEVATOR SCHOLARSHIP / Deadline: April 1

Cooperative Farmers Elevator (CFE) is offering three (3) different scholarships.

  • Five (5) $1,000 scholarships will be offered to students pursuing an agricultural - related major at a technical

    school or community college this fall. Students must be a dependent of a Class A or B member of CFE to apply.

    CFE: 2- College Application 2-Year : Guidelines

  • Cooperative Farmers Elevator (CFE) AAS Ag Program Scholarship (Associate of Applied Science Degree). Three (3) 2-year full tuition scholarships for students pursuing an AAS degree at a participating technical college. Students should have a passion for agriculture, a desire to attain educational goals and driven to succeed. See the program guidelines for a list of eligible schools. Application: Guidelines & Application

  • CFE Dependent of Employees Scholarship. Dependent students of CFE members applying for this scholarship can be pursuing any major, having a desire to attain their educational goals to their fullest ability. Scholarships are one-time renewable scholarships. The award will be based on leadership, character, and community involvement. CFE Dependent of Employee Scholarship

Dan Rose Memorial College Scholarship Program - Class of 2023 / Deadline: April 1

C-M-L Telephone Cooperative Association of Meriden, Iowa supports the continuing education of high school seniors whose parents or legal guardian have service(s) with C-M-L Telephone Cooperative in the Meriden, Cleghorn, Larrabee, Archer or Cherokee area.

Eligibility includes:

  • A graduating high school senior

  • Live in the household of the parents or legal guardian that are customers of C-M-L

  • Successfully complete the first semester in an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school. (You will receive the scholarship money after the first semester of college.)

The application must be typed. Include a transcript, and attendance records. For more information and the application: Dan Rose Memorial Scholarship

PEPPER & SHERMAN FAMILIES SCHOLARSHIP / $1,000 / DEADLINE: APRIL 3

Candidates for the Pepper & Sherman Scholarship must be a member of the graduating class of Sheldon High School in good standing. Seniors planning to further their education at an accredited college, university or trade school are eligible to apply.  

Candidates must write an essay, typed and not to exceed 250 words, answering the question:

What do you want to achieve by continuing your education? 

Pepper & Sherman Families Scholarship

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

JOHN N. AND IRENE E. BOWERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP / CAREER FIELD: NURSING/TEACHING / DUE BY APRIL 3 IN THE COUNSELOR'S OFFICE.  

The John N. and Irene E. Bowers Memorial Scholarship was established to recognize graduating high school seniors who have a sincere passion for the field of nursing and teaching/education and have the potential to become exceptional nurses and teachers. John Bowers was a member of the Sheldon High School Class of 1937.

To be considered as a candidate for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:  

  • Must have achieved at least a 2.5 cumulative gpa in high school

  • Submit a letter of reference from a high school instructor or current employer, which should address the applicant's potential for success in your chosen field of healthcare or teaching profession.  

  • Due in the Counselor's Office not later than April 3.  

Bowers Scholarship Application

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

O'BRIEN COUNTY CAREER DAY SCHOLARSHIP / DEADLINE: April 5

In partnership with local businesses, O'Brien County Career Day awards two (2) successful applicants with a $500 scholarship to be used towards student loan debt, other educational expenses or expenses that assist in the preparation for their career or business in O'Brien County.  

Eligibility: 

  • Receive a diploma from 2017 to 2023 from a participating school (Sheldon, HMS, South O'Brien, Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn)  AND

  • Be or will be employed in or self-employed in O'Brien County AND/OR

    will be a resident in O'Brien County

  • Return the following year as a guest of honor to the O'Brien County Career Day

Application:  O'Brien County Career Day Scholarship

Your application should be submitted to Kiana Johnson, O'Brien County Economic Development Executive Director, PO Box 616, Primghar, IA  51245 or via email: ocedc@tcaexpress.net by April 5, 2023.

SANFORD HEALTH NETWORK SCHOLARSHIP / APPLICATION PERIOD OPENS ON February 17.  DEADLINE TO APPLY IS APRIL 7. 2023

Sanford Health supports lifelong learning and is offering a Sanford Health Network scholarship to students who are pursuing a post-secondary degree in a health care-related field.

Student Qualifications:

  • Applicants should have an affiliation with a participating Sanford Network facility (Sanford Sheldon is a participating facility).

  • Accepted into a healthcare program at an accredited, post-secondary institution.

  • Cumulative gpa of 3.0 or greater, on a 4.0 scale.

  • You must upload an Official High School Transcript, including the first semester of grades and current gpa.

For more information and to access the application: Sanford Health Network Scholarship

LOOF MEMORIAL CONSERVATION SCHOLARSHIP / Deadline: April 7, 2023

Seniors, with a 2.0 gpa residing in Osceola County, pursuing a degree in Conservation, Natural Resources, Environmental Studies or Agriculture are eligible to apply for this scholarship. Preference will be given to those pursuing a conservation related degree.

You must also demonstrate participation in extra-curricular activities, and a passion for conservation and related activities.

Applications must be submitted to the high school Guidance Counselor's Office by April 7, 2023.

Loof Memorial Conservation Scholarship

2023 SHELDON FFA FARM LAB SCHOLARSHIP / See Mr. Fox

An undetermined amount of $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to the successful applicant(s).

Scholarships are open to all Sheldon FFA Seniors and will be awarded based on the following criteria:

  • Sheldon FFA Involvement

  • Sheldon FFA/SHS Leadership

  • SHS Scholastic Record

  • Financial Need

  • One letter of recommendation is required.

Link to the application: 

Sheldon FFA Scholarship 

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

P.E.O. : SHELDON - CHAPTER DU, SCHOLARSHIP / DEADLINE: APRIL 12, 2023

The P.E.O.- Sheldon, Chapter Du Scholarship is awarded to a female high school senior who exhibits excellence in leadership, academics (3.0 gpa on a 4.0 scale), extracurricular activities, community service and potential for future success.  Applicants must plan to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The scholarship award is $1,500.

P.E.O. Chapter DU Scholarship

The applications of individuals who satisfy the PEO Sheldon Chapter DU eligibility criteria will be evaluated on a nondiscriminatory basis without consideration of race, age, national origin, religious affiliation, disability or P.E.O. connection.

O'Brien County Cattlemen's Association / Deadline: April 15, 2023

The O'Brien County Cattlemen's Association is offering scholarships for qualified high school seniors in O'Brien County. The purpose of these scholarships is to help educate the leaders of tomorrow who will be able to have a positive influence on the the beef industry. The scholarships will be given to men and women in the fields related to agriculture, nutrition, etc.

Qualifications:

  • Any high school senior who will be advancing his or her education by attending a school for two (2) semesters or more is eligible to apply.

    This includes technical schools as well as colleges and universities.

  • Men and women entering the fields related to the beef industry such as agriculture, nutrition, etc.

  • Applications will be accepted from a student whose family is a member of the O'Brien county Cattlemen's Association.

Applications must be postmarked by April 15.

O'Brien County Cattlemen's Association Scholarship

SAUPE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP / DEADLINE: APRIL 17, 2024

This scholarship honors four Saupe Brothers and their wives who immigrated to this area as young couples and settled on prairie grass farms in the 1880's.  These brothers, Bruno, Otto, Frank and Emil with their wives, Sarah, Dora, Bertha and Anna actively participated in the agricultural, economic and social development of the community. 

The purpose of this scholarship is to assist deserving young persons in planning for the future and preparing themselves through post-high school education training. 

Note: This is a 4-year scholarship, distributed $1,000 per year for a four-year total of $4,000. Students entering a 1,2, or 3 year Certificate program are also eligible to apply.  

Criteria: 

  • The candidate must be in good standing of the graduating class of Sheldon High School.

  • Must display a favorable attitude toward the teachers and students in the high school environment, as well as good character.

  • Must have served in some capacity in church, community and school

  • Rank in the top third of the class.   

Please complete and return the application to the Guidance Office by April 17.  Lineal descendants of the Saupe family are not eligible, but should instead apply for the Saupe Family Scholarship.  

Saupe Memorial Scholarship

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

CHARLES SCHNEIDER MEMORIAL COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP / DEADLINE: APRIL 17, 2024

The purpose of the Charles Schneider Memorial Community Service Scholarship is to recognize a Sheldon High School graduating senior who has performed significant hours (50 hours minimum in your previous two years of high school) of community service in the past year, and will be continuing your education in an accredited institution after graduating from high school. You must also demonstrate outstanding citizenship, submit a 500 word or less essay, and a resume including academics, co-curricular, and any paid or volunteer work experience. 

Charles Schneider Application

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

MOONLIGHT CREWZERS CAR CLUB SCHOLARSHIP (CAREER FIELD: AUTOMOTIVE) / DEADLINE: APRIL 17th  / AMOUNT AWARDED: $500. 

The purpose of the scholarship is to assist a deserving graduating high school student in helping finance his/her post-high automotive based education.  Criteria:

  • Be a member in good standing of the graduating senior class of Sheldon High School

  • Continue your education in an automotive based field.

Moonlight Crewzers Car Club Scholarship

Sheldon Education Foundation - 'SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE ARTS' / DEADLINE: APRIL 17, 2023 / CRITERIA: SENIOR WHO EXCELS IN THE ARTS) AWARD AMOUNT: $1,000

The Sheldon Community Schools Education Foundation - Scholarship for the Arts, supports the development of an outstanding high school senior who excels in the arts and will be enrolled in an accredited educational program leading to a degree in the arts. To be considered, applicants must have:

  • Achieved a 2.5 cumulative gpa in high school

  • Participated in concert band, marching band, color guard, jazz band, choir, jazz or show choir, musical, dance and/or speech contest for ALL FOUR YEARS of High school. 

  • Complete the application by April 17.

  • Submit an essay in 500 words or less (see the application for the essay topic)

  • Attach a high school transcript to the application.

  • Include your resume, including academic, co-curricular and any other participation in the arts. 

Scholarship for the Arts

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

SHELDON EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (SEA) SCHOLARSHIP /DUE: APRIL 28

The criteria for the SEA Scholarship are to be interpreted as a flexible set of guidelines which will be carefully considered in the case of each individual candidate.

  • You must be a senior in good standing of the graduating class of the Sheldon Community High School. 

  • You must have displayed a favorable attitude toward your environment, as well as good character. 

  • Applications are due in the Guidance Office by April 28th. 

Please see the attached application for specific 'Letter of Application' details.  

Sheldon Education Association Scholarship

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

IRENE VOSS SCHOLARSHIP / DEADLINE: APRIL 28

A graduate of Sheldon High School or a member of the Sheldon United Methodist Church who will be attending a United Methodist College in the State of Iowa (Simpson College, Morningside College, Iowa Wesleyan and Cornell College), majoring in Education.  Applications are available in the Sheldon United Methodist Church office.  For more information contact the Sheldon UMC Office by April 30.

Ph. 712-324-4894 or stop by the church office to pick up an application.. The scholarship award will be sent to your college in August.  

DUANE & HERMINA JANSSEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP /AWARD $500 / DUE: APRIL 28, 2024

(Criteria: 1st Generation College Student)

This scholarship honors the life of Hermina Janssen, who along with her husband Duane, made it their most important goal in life to assure that all five of their children attended and graduated from college, the first generation of the family to attend college.  The criteria are to be interpreted as a flexible set of guidelines which will be carefully considered in the case of each individual candidate. The candidate: 

  • Must be a first generation family member to attend a post high school institution.

  • Must be a member in good standing of the graduating senior class of the Sheldon Community High School. 

  • Should have achieved a gpa placing them in the top one-third (1/3) of their graduating class.

  • Must have served in some capacity in activities in church, community, and school

  • Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study at an accredited two-year or four-year college.  

Duane & Hermina Janssen Scholarship

The application is due in the Counselor's office by April 28    

HARDING FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP / DEADLINE:  APRIL 28 

The Harding Family Scholarship was established in 2016 by Sharon R. Scharlepp to honor her ancestors, O.B. Harding and his wife, Emeline Moyer Harding, pioneer homesteaders in Osceola County, Iowa, and in honor of their son, W.L. Harding, the 22nd Iowa Governor.  

The annual scholarship amounts and recipients will vary according to the annual allocation from the trust. Preference given, but not limited to, applicants majoring in areas of agriculture or agriculture related fields of study.  You may attend any college choice - vocational, community or 4-year institution.  Scholarships are payable to the institution the recipient attends, after successful completion of the 2023 fall semester and proof of enrollment for 2024 spring semester.  One to two applicants are planned to be awarded, with the expected award from $1,500-$3,000.  

Requirements:

  • Preference given to students majoring in an ag - related field of study.

  • A high school transcript must accompany your application. A 2.5 or higher gpa is required.  

  • Submit a typed or printed essay in a maximum of 500 words, on what you hope to learn in your field of study to help impact the future of agriculture in your chosen field.  

Harding Family Scholarship 

It is the policy of the Sheldon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district’s Equity Coordinator, Cynthia Barwick, Middle School Principal, 310 23rd Avenue, Sheldon, IA, 712-324-4346, E-mail Address: cindy.barwick@sheldonschools.com 

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