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    Local Scholarship Deadlines

    A full deadline calendar can be found at the bottom of the page.

    DHS Common Application Packet (CAP)

    The DHS Common Application is often referred to as the DHS CAP. For most local scholarships you will be able to use the Douglas High School Common Application Packet.  Follow these steps when completing the common application:

    • Douglas High School Common Application Packet Form (Google Doc, PDF)

    • Personal Statement Autobiography - Guidelines PDF

    • At least three letters of recommendation (Request Form PDF)

    • An unofficial transcript  (email a request from your student email to dhsstudentrecords@dcsd.k12.nv.us )

    • Be sure to create a simple cover sheet for each scholarship which shows your name and the name of the scholarship you are applying for.

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together, such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use a paperclip, a binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet.

    • Put your packet in the following order: cover, CAP form, autobiography, letters of rec, transcript.

    Free Application for Student Aid

    Many need-based scholarships require completion of the FASFA.

    Many states and colleges set priority deadlines by which you must submit the FAFSA form to be considered for the aid programs they administer. There is also a federal deadline each academic year.

     

    Scholarship Help Desk

    Scholarship help is available every Wednesday and Thursday during lunch in DHS room 302. Bring your resume and get help building your CAP or fill out an organization specific application for scholarships. Printing is available.

     

    Essay contests and Scholarships (all grades)

    Scholarship Opportunities

    Please check back as donors are continually updating their details for the class of 2023.

    Contact scholarship@dcsd.k12.nv.us to report inaccuracies or issues with this page.

     

    Three Levels of Senior scholarships

     

    National scholarships are open to any high school senior graduating across the country.

     

    Here are a few general resources to get you started as you continue your national search of scholarships by your career goals and post-secondary institutions.

    Regional scholarships are open to students in the state of Nevada or select regions of Nevada. Many are connected to specific colleges or universities and often have early deadlines associated with them.

    Community Foundation of Northern Nevada Scholarship Finder

    Take a short quiz here to get started. 

    Nevada Institutional Resources:

    Other Regional Opportunities:

    Local scholarships are open to Douglas High School or Douglas County graduates specifically. These are provided by local businesses and organizations to help our students who qualify based on the sponsoring organization's requirements.

    Many of our local donors use the Douglas High School Common Application Packet. See this side-bar section for help assembling your CAP with an autobiography, three letters of recommendation, transcript, and general information form.

    See the list of opportunities below and check back weekly for deadline updates.

     

     

    If you are a business or organization interested in offering a local scholarship, contact scholarship@dcsd.k12.nv.us to join the list of local scholarships offered to Douglas High School students.

     

     

     

    Scholarship Awards Night 2022
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    Local Scholarship Applications

    Local scholarships may be turned in to DHS room 302 before school, at lunch, or after school. Please do not turn in applications during passing or class periods. 

    • Do not turn in applications in an envelope
    • Please use a cover page as directed for the DHS CAP when turning in an application
    • Students must sign in each application for each scholarship they apply for. This process takes a couple minutes, therefore, please plan to turn in applications before school, at lunch, or after school.
    Scholarship awarDS

    Scholarship award night will be held at LifePoint Church at 6pm on May 24, 2023. LifePoint is located 1095 Stephanie Way, Minden, NV 89423. Students receiving an award will be invited by letter delivered to 5th period by May 17.

    Following announcement of your award, students are expected to write a thank you and provide their school/program information to the sponsoring organization.

    Scholarship money will be mailed directly to the school you indicate on your information form. Please return your student information form directly to your donor or drop off in room 302 by June 2, 2023.

    My Scholarships Planner

    If you are applying for several scholarships, consider writing down and tracking the important details for each of the different scholarships. Use this "My Scholarships" planner to help you get started. Remember, it is helpful to have your application completed at least a week before it is due to fix any issues that arise with your application.

    Scholarship Thank You

    If you are fortunate to be the recipient of a scholarship, please be sure to write a thank you follow-up letter. To help you get started, check out Resume IO's tips.

    * Denotes scholarship details are not yet available 2022-23

    Sponsor: Knights of Columbus

    Criteria: cover sheet, info sheet, application description

    1. ESSAY:  The essay should discuss your interest in your major area of study and areas of specialization and the occupation you propose to pursue after graduation.  What are your long term goals and how do you hope to achieve them?  The essay may also include any other information that is relevant to your career plans. The essay should be typewritten or computer-printed essay of no more than 500 words, double spaced. Put your name and major field of study at the top of the page.

     2.  COPY OF SACREMENT OF CONFIRMATION CERTIFICATE.

    3. VOLUNTEER ACTIVIIES:  A list of volunteer activities, extracurricular activities during high school including any position held such as President, Secretary, etc.  WORK EXPERIENCE:  A list of employment during school and summer break.  HONORS AND SCHOLARSHIPS:  The list may or may not be academic related.

    Award: $1,500

    Deadline: March 30, 2023

    Apply: Turn in DHS room 302 by March 30 or RETURN THE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS TO THE CHURCH OFFICE BY APRIL 15.  ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED ONLY TO THE St. Galls CHURCH OFFICE.

     

    Sponsor: Alpine County Parents Group

    Criteria: Must reside in Alpine County, see application for more details

    Award: $1,000-5,000

    Deadline: April 20, 2023

    Apply: sponsoring organization form, turn into or mail to: Alpine County Unified School District Office, 43 Hawkside Dr., Markleeville, CA 96120

     

    Sponsor: Sierra Nevada Realtors

    Criteria:

    a.    Complete Application.
    b.    Financial need will be considered, together with a sincere desire and ambition to attain a higher degree of education.
    c.    Academic grade transcripts are required and must be included with application.
    d.    At least two (2) Letters of Recommendation as evidence of your college achievement potential and past performance in school or in your community. Letters may be from teachers, administrators, coaches, business, or civic leaders.
    e.    Include with the application an essay summarizing your future goals.

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: March 30, 2023

    Apply: organization specific form; turn in DHS room 302 by 3/30/23 or mail to Sierra Nevada Realtors by 4/3/23

     

    Sponsor: DHS Block D

    Criteria: must finish the 2022-23 school year in good standing with Block D (be an active member): fulfill community service requirements, GPA, and complete the scholarship application packet.

    Award: TBA Block D spring meeting

    Deadline: April 3, 2023

    Apply: after spring meeting, see Mr. Andrews in DHS front office for application and to submit completed application

    Sponsor: Brooks Family

    Details: The Brooks Family Scholarship aims to help students that are motivated to build a successful
    career and life for themselves, whether it be through a 4-year college program, a junior college or
    a trade and technical school. This scholarship is not necessarily looking for the perfect student,
    but for a motivated individual who is hard working and disciplined. This scholarship may be
    used in or out of state.

    Criteria: strong work ethic toward continuing education with strong life goals
    preference given to: character (5), leadership (5), financial need (5), education goals (5), GPA (3), extracurricular activities (3), athletics (3), community service (2), specific field of study

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: March 1, 2023

    Application: DHS CAP in PDF format and video or audio file  (present yourself in this submission as if you are attending a job interview)
    A 3–6-minute audio or video recording answering the following questions:

    • What are your goals for the next year?
    • What skills do you have and how do you intend to apply them towards a career?
    • In the real world, it is not just academics that contribute to your success, what other skills do you possess that will help you succeed?
    • Describe why you deserve this scholarship

    Apply: email PDF CAP forms and video/audio files recording in any of the following formats: .MOV; .MP4; .M4A to cvgcjobs@gmail.com

     

    Eli Weigel and Nicole Snyder Memorial Scholarship

    Sponsor: C.C. Meneley Elementary School

    Criteria: .C.Meneley attendance at least 1 full year, financial need, GPA, community, extra-curricular, job experience, professional goals

    cover sheet should list years attended C.C. Meneley and may include a senior picture

    Award: $1,000 (2 awards available)

    Deadline:  March 29, 2023

    Apply: CCMES cover letter & DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Carson Valley Girls Softball Association

    Criteria: participant in Carson Valley Girls Softball/Carson Valley Fastpitch***, community service, financial need, leadership, character, GPA, professional goals

    ***In order to be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must have participated a minimum of one year in the Carson Valley Girls Softball Association/Carson Valley Fastpitch recreation league.

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: April 6, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP; turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

     

    Sponsor: Carson Valley Lions Club

    Criteria: GPA, Financial Need, Leadership, Character, Community Service, Extra-curricular, Athletics, Educational Goals, Field of Study

    Award: $1,500

    Deadline: April 13, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302,

    or mail to: Carson Valley Lions, P.O. Box 1284, Minden, NV 89423

     

    Sponsor: Carson Valley Inn

    Criteria: character, financial need, GPA, community service, extra curricular activities

    Award: $3,500 (4 scholarships available)

    Deadline:  March 31, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

    Sponsor: Carson Valley Free and Accepted Masons, Lodge No. 33

    Criteria: whole student, financial assistance, ability to compete/complete at the University level in Nevada (exceptions made for special majors), professional goals

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline:  April 13, 2023

    Application: organization specific form, counselor recommendation (included in form)

    Apply:  turn in organization packet form to DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Carson Valley Medical Center Hospital Foundation

    Details: CVMC Hospital Foundation; Organization Specific Application

    Criteria: Resident and student of Douglas County, Nev.; Proof of acceptance into an accredited higher education institution; Minimum 3.0 grade point average

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: April 1, 2023

    Apply: Applications and supporting documents must be electronically submitted to the CVMC Hospital Foundation at: foundation@cvmchospital.org or personally delivered to the Hospital Foundation office at 897 Ironwood Drive, 3rd Floor Minden, NV 89423.

    Sponsor: Carson Valley Middle School

    Criteria:  Previous student of CVMS indicate years attended. Applicants will be considered for character, financial need, GPA, extracurricular involvement, leadership, community service, athletics, professional goals and specific field of study.

     

    Award: $500

    Deadline: March 29, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Carson Valley Quilt Guild

    Criteria: character, art courses and awards or achievements, academics, GPA, at least one recommendation from an art teacher

    Award: $500 

    Deadline:  April 14, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  Carson Valley Sertoma

    Criteria: The student must be enrolled in a program for a Bachelor’s degree.

    • In high school, the student must have maintained a 2.5 or better GPA, with a 3.0 GPA during the senior year.

    • The student must have demonstrated a concern for the betterment of high school and the community in one or more ways.

    • The student should present at least THREE letters of recommendation in support of his/her potential success in post-high school education.

    • Interested and qualified students should complete the scholarship application form available at the counseling office and on the Carson Valley Sertoma website, meeting the established criteria and deadline for submission.

    • Finalist must be willing to be interviewed for the CARSON VALLEY SERTOMA MEMORIAL BOOK SCHOLARSHIP.

    • If awarded the scholarship, the student must be willing to attend the Carson Valley Sertoma Scholarship Breakfast in May.

    Award: A four-year renewable scholarship for textbooks. This scholarship will be paid in renewable increments each semester.

    Deadline: January 18, 2023

    Apply: organization specific form; turn in to DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  Carson Valley Sertoma

    Criteria: The student must be enrolled in a program of a vocational training curriculum (auto tech, nursing, medical tech, culinary, skilled craftsmen, truck driver, welder, cosmetology, etc.).

    • In high school, the student must have maintained passing grades.

    • The student must show at least one activity demonstrating betterment of the high school and/or community.

    • The student should present at least TWO letters of recommendation in support of his/her potential success in post-high school education.

    • Complete this scholarship application form with all the information requested before the deadline.

    • Finalists must be willing to be interviewed for the Carson Valley Sertoma Club Vocational Scholarship.

    • If awarded the scholarship, the student must be willing to attend the Carson Valley Sertoma Scholarship Breakfast in May.

    Award: materials and/or fees; this scholarship will be paid in renewable increments up to the amount of the scholarship

    Deadline: January 18, 2023

    Apply:  organization specific form;  turn in to DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  DHS Alumni Football

    Apply: See Coach Mays for details

    Sponsor:  DHS Memorial Scholarship Board including the Dangberg, Settlemeyer, Aldax Families

    Criteria: student from the graduating class from Douglas High School whose scholastic and activities records show them to be persons of integrity, industry, imagination, and whose studies have been principally comprised of subjects prescribed or advised for college preparatory work

    Award: $3,000, 7 scholarships available

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: sponsoring organization form and DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  Douglas County Administrators Association 

    Criteria: 1. Family member of DCAA member 2. Entering field of education. 3. Family member of DCSD employee.

    Award: $500 ( 2 scholarships available)

    Deadline: TBA 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  Douglas County - Carson City Farm Bureau

    Criteria: field of study AG related (mechanics, welding, culinary also considered), interest and historical participation in Ag or related fields, GPA, professional goals, character, extra-curricular involvement, financial need, leadership skills, community service

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  Douglas County Democratic Women

    Criteria: financial need, scholastic achievement: GPA, ACT, SAT; essay (up to 250 words) addressing one or more of the descriptors of a fair society as given in the Democratic Party Credo, community service, extra-curricular activities

    Award: $1,500

    Deadline: February 15, 2023

    Apply: organization specific application, Democratic Credo, and student transcript

    Mail to: DCDW, PO Box 939, Minden, NV 89423 or email scanned application to douglasdemwomen@gmail.com

    Sponsor:  Douglas County Professional Educators Association

    Criteria:  The applicant must be the child of a member of DCPEA: GPA, financial need, field of study, character, professional goals, leadership skills, community service, extra-curricular activities, athletics

    Award: $500 , 4 scholarships available

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: organization specific application, essay and DHS CAP

    Completed applications must be sent to:
    DCPEA
    1329 Hwy 395 North Ste 10, Box 131
    Gardnerville, NV 89410
    Attn: Scholarship Committee

    Sponsor: Douglas County Republican Women

    Criteria: character, leadership skills, financial need, community service, extra-curricular involvement, GPA, field of study, professional goals, athletics

    Award: $500-1,000 x3

    Deadline: March 23, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP; turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

     

    Sponsor: Tahoe/Douglas Elks Lodge #2670

    Criteria: leadership, academic achievement and records, community involvement, and financial need 

    Award: $1,000 (6 scholarships available)

    Deadline: November 14, 2022

    Apply:  online application . Same application as the ENF MVS.

     

    Sponsor: Tahoe/Douglas Elks Lodge #2670 (NSEA Website)

    Criteria: See letter

    Award: $1,000 - $2,000 one year

    Deadline: March 15, 2023

    Apply: sponsoring organization form  , bring to DHS room 302 by March 10 or mail to Scott Henry, 2101 Pine Ridge Dr., Reno, NV 89509‐3571 

    NSEA Nursing is judged and awarded at the State Level.

    Sponsor: Tahoe/Douglas Elks Lodge #2670 (NSEA Website)

    Criteria: See letter

    Award: $1,000 - $2,000 one year

    Deadline: February 1, 2023

    Apply: sponsoring organization form, turn in to DHS room 302.

    The NSEA  Vocational are judged  at the local and  State Level and awarded at the State Level.

     

    Sponsor:  Gardnerville Elementary School PTO

    Criteria: attended at least two years at GES (list years and teachers' names), GES extra-curricular activities (list clubs and activities), did your parents volunteer at GES, if so, how?

    Award: $500 - 2 awards available

    Deadline: April 12, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in to DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Literacy Solutions of Nevada

    Criterial: Do you have grit? We are looking for students who have, or may have dyslexia. (Or- have had to work hard to overcome a learning struggle to get to graduation.) The students' we select don't necessarily need to be headed to a college. We know many of our students' thrive at trade schools too! 

    Award: $1,000 - 2 awards available

    Deadline: April 7, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP with personal statement addressing criteria; turn in to DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

     

     

    Sponsor:  Jacks Valley Elementary School

    Criteria: attended Jacks Valley Elementary School (2 year minimum); interview with a fifth grade class at the school

    Award: $250-1,000

    Deadline: April 12, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley

    Criteria: SPECIFIC CRITERIA REQUIRED OF APPLICANT

    Cover Sheet: Name, mailing address, best contact phone number, e-mail address, &
    current school attending

    Resume to include:

    • Proposed major field for post-secondary study
    • Proposed institutions for post-secondary study:  vocational tech, community college, four-your college or university
    • Attach most recent high school transcript which indicates Grade Point Average
    • List any test scores, aptitude or proficiency tests you have taken (SAT, ACT, any other)
    • Statement of financial need.  Why do you need this scholarship?
    • Extracurricular activities such as organizations, clubs, athletic participation.  What are your non-school volunteer experiences including time spent/hours volunteering with each experience?  What were your roles (organizer, leader, team participant individual activities)?
    • Honors, awards, recognitions, dates received:  be specific and write out names (not abbreviations or just letters)
    • Work experience:  where, how long, how much time per week?
    • Personal statement (and anything you would like to share with the Kiwanis Club Scholarship Committee)

    Award: $2,000

    Deadline: April 5, 2023

    Apply: Turn in resume with specified criterial listed above, transcript, and personal statement to DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Liberty Utilities

    Criteria: See letter for full details.

    1. Unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher

    2. Must attend South Tahoe HS, Portola Jr. Sr. HS, Loyalton HS, North Tahoe HS, Coleville HS, Douglas HS (must be a resident of Alpine County), or Truckee High School

    3. Live within Liberty Utilities’ service territory

    4. Must be accepted to an accredited vocational trade school, plan to pursue an apprenticeship or be accepted to an accredited 4-year or 2-year university or college

    5. Must plan on pursuing a vocational trade or academic degree that supports construction, arboriculture, engineering or renewable energy or any other academic pursuit that would fulfill other utility related fields such as business, accounting, legal, communications, renewables, IT, etc.

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: April 11, 2023

    Apply: email application to Jennifer.Guenther@libertyutilities.com with subject: Liberty Scholarship Douglas HS

    1. DHS CAP

    2. As part of the application process, we ask that students include one of the three options with their application:
    A) submit a brief video highlighting a successful project that utilized a skilled trade emailed to Jennifer.Guenther@libertyutilities.com
    B) provide a letter of recommendation from a trade mentor
    C) write a brief essay on the importance of renewable energy, electric transportation, and/or environmental stewardship in their community or in their educational aspirations

     

     

    Sponsor:  MEFIYI

    Criteria: 

    • Academic Excellence - The nominee must currently have a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average. 
    • Athletic Commitment - the nominee participates to the fullest of their abilities in team sports, individual sports or competitive recreational activities.
    • Community Service - The nominee has volunteered their time to make Douglas County a better place. 
    • Leadership

    Award: 20 x $1,000

    Deadline: April 26, 2023

    Apply: organization form and DHS CAP, mail to MEFIYI, Attn: Nomination committee P.O. Box 606 
    Gardnerville, NV 89410, or turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school, or email scanned application mollyawardsdc@gmail.com

    Sponsor:  Minden Elementary School

    Criteria: experience at MES, financial need, community service, extracurricular involvement, professional goals, Applicant must write a narrative explaining how the student’s experience at Minden Elementary School has impacted their educational journey thus far.

    Award: $500 x1 academic excellence, $500 x2 financial need

    Deadline: April 12, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, essay about experience at MES impacting educational journey, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Minden Fortnightly

    Criteria: 

    ●  Scholarship standing of at least 3.0
    ●  Leadership – unselfish interest in Douglas High School and good examples in school/citizenship
    ●  Sportsmanship – participation and cooperation in various forms of school activities and responsibilities

    Award: $500 x 4

    Deadline: April 12, 2023

    Apply: Sponsoring Organization Form, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school.

     

    Sponsor: Mountainview Medical

    Criteria: GPA, character, leadership, education and professional goals, specific field of study (science, biology, chemistry, health), 

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: March 22, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

     Sponsor:  Nicole Snyder Memorial Scholarship Fund

    Categories: softball, girls sports, boys sports (see individual application forms for details)

    Criteria: Varsity letter, GPA, one-page essay, character

    Award: $10,000 - varied amounts per category

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: organization specific application

    softball,

    girls sports,

    boys sports;

    turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  P.E.O., Chapter AN

    Criteria: Merit GPA, field of study, classes taken; financial need; extra-curricular community/school; female student;

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: March 7, 2023

    Apply: organization specific application and DHS CAP; turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

     

    Sponsor: Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School

    Scholarship 1 Criteria: Pau-Wa-Lu Alumni, evidence of character, GPA, leadership,  community service, financial need, , extracurricular involvement,  athletics, college, military, or trade school bound.

    Award: $500 - 1 scholarships are available

    Deadline: April 14, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Pinon Hills PTO

    Criteria: Attended Pinon Hills Elementary for at least three year (list teachers and grade levels)

    Award:$1,000 x2

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

    Sponsor: Pony Express Association, Nevada Division

    Criteria: Scholarship Rules

    A. The contest is open to those seniors who will graduate at the end of his/her current senior year and plans on a career in Medical or Forestry programs. Also is a resident of Douglas, Carson, Lyon, Churchill, Landers, Eureka, or White Pine Counties.

    B. Any senior who is a member in good standing or is the child of a parent that is in good standing of the Nevada Division of the National Pony Express Association is automatically eligible to participate regardless of County of residence.

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: Turn in organization specific form and transcript to DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

     

    Pop Warner Alumni Scholarship is a $1000 Scholarship awarded to one past Cheer and Football participant who is looking to further their education at a university or trade school.


    Applicants must submit an essay on how Douglas Pop Warner impacted their lives.


    Deadline: TBA 2023


    Send Essay Applications to DouglasPopWarner@hotmail.com
    Questions? Call Jake Fair @ 775.790.1390

    Sponsor:  Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation

    Criteria: plan to attend college, university, trade school; financial need; academic achievement of promise; high school civic and/or campus contributions;

    Award: $2,000 (3 scholarships available)

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

    Phyllis Robison was an educator in Douglas County for 26 years, and valued community service and giving back to the community above all else. She would tell her daughters that “in life it really didn’t matter how smart you were or how good looking, what truly mattered is that you have a good and giving heart.” 

    Criteria: Community Service (personal statement to include how community service and service to others has influenced you), Extra-curricular Activities, Financial Need

    Award: $250

    Deadline: April 12, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

    Sponsor:  Rotary Club of Minden, Nevada

    Criteria: financial need, community service, extra-curricular involvement, character, leadership, GPA, athletics, professional goals.

    Applicant will be attending a community college or 4 year college/university of Nevada
    Applicant agrees to provide the Rotary Club of Minden with an update in person or via internet after first semester is complete. Rotary contact person will arrange the meeting with the scholarship recipient.

    Award: $1500 - x2

    Deadline: April 13, 2023

    Apply: email PDF of DHS CAP to steele1137@gmail.com with subject: Rotary Open Scholarship

    Sponsor: Roy E. Smith Trust

    Criterial: Graduating Senior attending college or university.
    Citizenship, Attitude, Promise.

    Award: $2,700 (5 awards available)

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

    Sponsor:  Scarselli Elementary School

    Criteria:  SES alumni; character, leadership, financial need, community service, extra-curricular involvement; GPA

    Award: 4 - $500 each (2 for college bound, 2 for tech bound)

    Deadline: April 7, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

    Criteria: GPA 3.5+ and plan to study agriculture or an ag-related field at college or university

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: TBA 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    • Use only ONE staple to secure your entire packet. If you have parts stapled together such as letters of rec or autobiography, take out these extra staples before the final staple.

    • DO NOT (1) use paper clip, binder clip, or other such fastener; (2) use a folder, plastic sheet protector, or other covering for your packet. These will not be accepted.

     

    Sponsor: Summers Family

    Jim Summers grew up in the Carson Valley. He graduated from Douglas High School in 1952 and was an All-State football and basketball player. In 1952, in a home game against Stewart, Jim scored 70 points in a single game which still stands as a Nevada single game scoring record. Jim passed away in September 2021. 2023 is the first year of the Jim Summers Memorial Scholarship and his family looks to honor his legacy by rewarding 2 student athletes.

    Criteria: Letter in Football, Boys Basketball, or Girls Basketball;  Unweighted GPA 3.0 or better; Pursuing University, College, Community College or Trade School; Financial Need 

    Amount: 2 x $1,000

    Deadline: April 21, 2023

    Apply: email PDF of DHS CAP to nsummers257@gmail.com

     

    Sponsor:  Timken - Sturgis Foundation

    Criteria: GPA, field of study, character, leadership, financial need, community involvement, extra-curricular activities

    Award: $5,000

    Deadline: March 31, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: The Topaz Sagehens

    Criteria: organization specific form, transcript, two letters of recommendation, autobiography, 500 word essay to address how the following quote applies to your experience at Douglas High School.
    "The Past is your Lesson
    The Present is your Gift
    The Future is your Motivation"
    - Anonymous 

    Academic Sponsoring Organization Form- participation and success at Douglas High School. The award winner will receive the scholarship based on academic success, participation in extracurricular activities and community service.

    Vocational Sponsoring Organization Form - participation and success at Douglas High School in the Career and Technical Education program. The award winner will receive the scholarship based on academic success, participation in extracurricular activities and community service, and plan to attend a vocational training program.

    Award: $1,000 (academic - bachelors program and vocational-2 year associate's degree program or 1-year tech training)

    Deadline: March 15, 2023

    Apply: organization specific form (links above), 500 word essay, and DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302

    Please note you may only apply for the academic or vocational scholarships, not both. If you have questions, please come to the scholarship office.

     

    Sponsor:  Douglas County Sheriff's Mounted Posse

    Criteria: Overall GPA >= 3.0, plan to pursue an education in agriculture, animal science, criminal justice, nursing, trade school, first responder, or volunteer time at Douglas County Sheriff's Posse event

    Preference: character, community service, educational goals, GPA, leadership, financial need, extracurricular activities, athletics, specific field of study specified above

    Award: $1,500

    Deadline: March 27, 2023

    Apply: DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school 

     Sponsor: University Women of Carson Valley

    Criteria: female student, merit, GPA, field of study, classes taken, financial need, extra-curricular activities, community involvement

    Award: $1,000

    Deadline: March 17, 2023

    Apply: sponsoring organization form and DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor:  Warren and Ethyln Reed/ Lions Club

    Criteria: see application; scholarship is for students in a single parent household

    Award: $2,000

    Deadline: April 14, 2023

    Apply: organization specific application and DHS CAP, turn in DHS room 302 at lunch or after school

    Sponsor: Wester Nevada Cattlewomen

    Criteria: At least a 3.3 or above GPA (unweighted); Graduating high school senior pursuing a degree relating to the field of agriculture.  We want to see their; interests and activities as well as financial needs. The student does not need to be involved with the cattle industry. We are looking for well-rounded individuals who will continue school in the United States.

    Award: $5,000

    Deadline: April 21, 2023

    Apply: organization specific application and high school transcript; turn in to room 302 by April 13, 2023

    Or mail to: 

    Western Nevada Cattlewomen

    c/o Annalyn Settelmeyer

    750 US Highway 395 N.

    Gardnerville, NV  89410

     

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    1638 Mono Avenue, Minden, Nevada 89423
    Phone: (775) 782-7177 | email: jgirdner@dcsd.k12.nv.us

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