• Two $2,500.00 scholarships shall be awarded to CCHS juniors
• One scholarship will be awarded to each, outstanding male and female athletes
• Qualifications to be considered should be character, athletic ability, and need in the selection process
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 2

Amount: $2500

• One $500.00 scholarship may be awarded annually to a CCHS Junior
• Recipient shall be a good scholar and athlete
• Recipient will have been a member of one of  the CCHS Basketball teams for a minimum of two years and played his/her junior year
• Applicants must submit an essay titled “How Basketball Has Changed My Life” with application
• Attendance at a Virginia college is preferred
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $2,000

• Established in 2021 by Mr. William Genda to recognize the top leader of the graduating class
• Top 4 candidates are nominated by teachers and staff of CCPS
• A committee of community members will interview and select the winner of this scholarship

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $10,000

Class of 2021- Winner Ben Thompson

Class of 2022- Winner Kathleen Pine

Class of 2023- Winner TBD

• One $500.00 scholarship shall be awarded to a CCHS senior
• Recipient plans to continue studies in an education-related field
• English related course of study could be considered as a secondary criteria
• Academic achievement, financial need, and a love for English may be factors in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• Renamed in 2019 from CCHS Performing Arts Scholarship to the Andy Kiser Performing Arts Scholarship in honor of Andy Kisers dedication to Clarke County Public Schools and the Performing Arts program.
• One $500.00 scholarship shall be awarded to CCHS seniors
• Recipient intends to pursue a performing arts course of study
• Recipient shows an aptitude for, and have participated in, performing arts including theatre, acting, music, dance, playwriting, set design, stage management, or directing
• Recipient shows potential for continued academic success in performing arts
• Recipient should have performed community service related to performing arts
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• One $500 scholarship shall be awarded annually beginning in 2022.
• The scholarship shall not to be restricted by sex or gender, nor by race or ethnicity.
• The scholarship shall be available for both graduating seniors of Clarke County High School OR Clarke County High School teachers’ assistants who plan to become classroom teachers and whose education would reduce the inequities of diversity of the teacher workplace.
• The financial support may be awarded to students or school employees in the form of scholarships to help defray the cost of educational expenses accrued through courses, professional development, certificates, etc. that will lead to the completion of a teacher certification program.
• As part of the application process, a brief cover letter stating How diversity has played a role in my life and how this scholarship would help reduce the inequities of diversity in the teacher workplace.

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

Baiba Schletty was a longtime social studies teacher at Clarke County High School who was instrumental in developing the school’s IB History curriculum. Over the years she was an inspiration to her many colleagues and students. This scholarship is funded by friends of Baiba to honor her memory.

The Baiba Schletty Social Studies Scholarship is awarded to at least one senior who has excelled in social studies at Clarke County High School. Students who apply must:

• have taken a social studies class during each year of high school, including both years of IB History
• demonstrate academic excellence across the board, but especially in their social studies classes
• write a brief original essay of approximately 250 words explaining their perspective on why the study of history remains important today.

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $2,000

To read more, visit: https://ccefinc.org/announcing-the-baiba-schletty-social-studies-scholarship/

• One $500 award to be given to a CCHS Senior
• Recipient must be female and an avid reader
• Recipient to be attending a public, Virginia, 4-year college
• Required One-Page Essay: A Book That Has Impacted My Life

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

To read more, visit: https://ccefinc.org/bonnie-ann-justice/

• At least one $500 scholarship to be given annually to a CCHS graduating Senior
• Student shall have shown an exemplary amount of dedication, commitment, and grit on and off the Basketball Court
• Student must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Student has played basketball during the high school career and must have played their senior year
• Must be attending a 2-4 year college or a trade school
• Must complete a 250-500 word essay on “Dedication and Commitment”
• Must be an athlete in good standing at Clarke County High School

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

To read more, visit: https://ccefinc.org/clarke-county-education-foundation-announces-the-coach-brent-emmart-memorial-scholarship/

• One $1000 scholarship awarded to a graduating CCHS Senior
• Planning to pursue 2 or 4 year institutions following graduation
• Awarded to student(s) planning to pursue a career in the natural sciences or engineering
• Need may be a factor in the selection process.
• 250-500 word Essay Choice (select only 1):
• →  Describe your reason(s) for choosing science / engineering beyond high school.    

  → Describe an important issue to you that you think can and should be solved by future scientists or engineers. 

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1,000

• One $500.00 scholarship shall be awarded to a CCHS senior
• Recipient shall be a good scholar and athlete (soccer athlete preferred)
• Attendance at a Virginia college is preferred
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• One $2,000.00 scholarship shall be awarded to a CCHS senior
• Primary Criteria for the recipient

1. Shall be female.
2. Shall demonstrate a balance between and excellence in
   a) multiple sports participation
   b) academics

• Secondary Criteria for recipient, in the event that multiple candidates meet the primary criteria equally, in the following order:

1. Extent of participation in extra-curricular (non-athletic) activities
2. Financial need

• An applicant wishing to apply for this scholarship must supply, in addition to the general form, a complete description of all of her academic, athletic, and extra-curricular achievements, participation, and recognitions.

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $2000

One $500 (minimum) scholarship is to be given yearly beginning in May 2023 in memory of Lesley Denise Geiszler (Holman), 1989 graduate of Clarke County High School.  This merit based award will be given to:

• Member of the CCHS graduating class
• Applicant plans to attend post-secondary education institution
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Applicant has participated in girls basketball, girls softball, girls swimming, or boys swimming during their senior year.
• Essay Requirement: one-page essay titled: Why is education important to you

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

Read more: https://ccefinc.org/announcing-the-denise-geiszler-holman-memorial-endowment-scholarship/

• One $2500.00 scholarship shall be awarded annually to a CCHS graduating senior
• Top priority may be given to a student in the top 10% of his academic class who has not been awarded a scholarship by the CCHS Scholarship Selection Committee
• Additional consideration may be given to a student pursuing a science related field in his post-secondary education
• Additional consideration may be given to a student pursuing veterinarian related field in his post-secondary education
• Applications will be required for selection consideration commencing in 2013
• Foundation appoints or approves the scholarship selection committee
• Payment is made to the institution attended by recipient after high school
• A portion of the fund corpus may be utilized in years of inadequate income, and the scholarship amount may be increased in years of excess income

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $2500

• Established in 2020 by the estate of Eugene V. White in honor of Eugene and Laura White. 
• One $1000 scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who has financial need and whom creativity has played a major part of their life.
• Has worked during high school to save for college
• Must have financial need
• Renewable for 3 additional years based on full time student status and minimum 3.0 GPA

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1,000

• One $1000.00 scholarship may be awarded annually to a CCHS Senior who earns the highest point total based upon the point scale below.
• Applicants shall create a one-page document listing the following categories to be awarded points based on the following scale:
  • Number of years successfully completing a Swine and/or Lamb Project at the Clarke County, Virginia, Fair
  • Class Ranking
  • CCHS Extracurricular Activities
  • Number of Leadership Positions held during the candidate’s CCHS career (not limited to CCHS clubs/societies)
  • Number of Student’s Parent Volunteer Involvement and Activities for Clarke County, VA Organizations (ONLY) during the candidate’s CCHS career
  • Number of years as a student in the Clarke County (VA) Public School System
  • Applicants must submit a 3-5 page essay describing high school extracurricular activities, parents’ volunteer activities for Clarke County, VA organizations only, post high school and career plans.
• Committee uses rubric to score students

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1,000

• One $1,250 scholarship shall be awarded to a CCHS senior
• Recipient plans to continue studies in an agricultural-related field
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1,250

• One $1,000.00 (min.) scholarship may be awarded annually to a graduating CCHS Senior
• Recipient is to be first member of family to attend college or university
• If there are no qualifying applicants, first generation to attend college or university may be considered
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1,000

• One $1,750.00 (min.) scholarship may be awarded annually to a graduating CCHS Senior
• Recipient is to be first generation of family to attend college or university
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1,750 (minimum)

• One $300.00 (min.) scholarship may be awarded annually to a graduating CCHS Male Senior
• Recipient is to be a male, pursuing an elementary education course of study
• Other course of study in education may be considered if no males intend to pursue elementary education
• If no male seniors intend to pursue an education course of study, no scholarship will be awarded in that year
• Recipient participates in a variety of extracurricular and/or community service activities
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• Clarke County High School graduating Senior
• Plan on attending a four year accredited college
• GPA must be a minimum of 3.0
• In good standing with the wrestling program at the time of award as verified by the wrestling coach
• Exemplifies good citizenship, reflecting the morals and work ethic expected from CCHS wrestling coaches
• Award will be determined by the following Wrestling merits –merit is determined by team points scored in CCHS matches in the current season

6 Points for Fall
5 Points for Technical Fall
4 Points for Major Decision
3 Points for Decision
Forfeit points will not be scored

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1000

• Annual Scholarship in the amount of $500 for a graduating senior at Clarke County High School
• Student with at least a 3.5GPA
• Highly involved in school activities
• Scholarship may be need based
• 1- Page essay requirement: Who are you and why is education important to you?

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

Read more here: https://ccefinc.org/clarke-county-education-foundation-announces-the-marty-mcmichael-memorial-scholarship/

• Two $500.00 scholarships shall be awarded to CCHS seniors
• Recipients plan to continue studies in a nursing-related field
• Recipients have a C-average or better at CCHS
• Financial need shall be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 2

Amount: $500

The Mary P. Reynolds Memorial Scholarship was established in 2024.  The scholarship will grant financial assistance to one student from the Clarke County High School graduating class each year. This scholarship will be named after Mary P. Reynolds, a remarkable member of our community, and the first African American graduate from Clarke County High School. Reynolds was the only African American student in the high school’s Class of 1965, and her trailblazing contributions towards equality have made an indelible impact on our Clarke community.

The scholarship was started in 2018 by the Reynolds family and offered privately by the family until 2024. The scholarship is open to graduating CCHS seniors who plan to attend accredited colleges or universities. Academic achievements and community service will be a consideration for selection, and applicants are also required to provide an essay explaining why they consider education vital to their lives. Our goal is to provide deserving students with the resources they need to achieve their dreams, just as Mary P. Reynolds’ life successes did for so many individuals.

For more information, click here!

• One $500.00 scholarship shall be awarded to CCHS seniors (male or female) attending a 4-year institution
• Academic achievements and community service will be considered
• Applicants are also required to provide an essay explaining why they consider education vital to their lives
  

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: up to $500

• One $500.00 scholarship shall be awarded to CCHS seniors (male or female) attending a college, university, or vocational school
• Must be a good scholar – Min 3.0 GPA.
• Must show a balance among academics, extracurricular activities, and community service.
• Applicants must submit a short essay describing how they are a well-rounded student (300-500 words).
• Financial need may be a factor in the selection process.

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• Two $500.00 scholarships shall be awarded to CCHS seniors
• Recipients have shown excellence and leadership in band, chorus, or theatre
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 2

Amount: $500

• One $500.00 scholarship shall be awarded to CCHS seniors
• Recipients will have been members of the CCHS Cross Country team for a minimum of two years
• Applicants must submit an essay titled “How Running Has Changed My Life” with application
• Need may be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• One $500 scholarship to be given annually to a CCHS senior starting in 2023
• Awarded to a student pursuing a career in the trades and who may be interested in starting his/her own business
• Scholarship to be awarded for the purpose of trades schools and classes, apprenticeships, or 2 or 4 year degree.
• Applicants must submit a short personal statement describing their career goals and next steps as they venture into their chosen career path (250 words or less).

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• One $500 scholarship shall be awarded annually
• Student may be male or female and must be attending a 2 or 4-year college or institution OR vocational school.
• Must have volunteered in their community in the past year.
• Student must have financial need and must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Applicants must submit a 2-page essay titled How Volunteering Has Changed My Life for the Better.

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $500

• One $300.00 (min.) scholarship shall be awarded as income allows to a CCHS senior
• Recipient plans to continue studies in a business related field
• Recipient carries a C average or better at CCHS
• Financial need shall be a factor in the selection process

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $300

• Clarke County High School graduating senior
• Plans to attend a post-secondary educational institution
• GPA must be a minimum of 2.5
• Demonstrated the ability to overcome hardship
• Examples of hardship may include but are not limited to injury, illness, personal  and/or financial challenges

Number of scholarships available: 1

Amount: $1000