Sisters GRO Scholarships

 

This scholarship was established in memory of Bill and Jan Reed who died in a plane crash in 2005.  The Reeds were driving forces in the Sisters schools and were involved in the community in a variety of ways.  Bill served on the Sisters School Board for a number of years and Jan was active in the reading program, SMART.  While Bill was recognized as a “student-athlete”, the family wishes to make this scholarship available to a wide-range of students.  Financial need will be considered.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

STUDENTS MUST BE NOTIFIED BY SHS STAFF THAT THEY ARE QUALIFIED IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP.  Once notified, use this scholarship’s cover sheet, complete and submit all documents and additional requirements listed. 

 

Bi-Mart wishes to help graduating seniors pursue their educational goals.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Black Butte Ranch Art Guild would like to present one or more scholarships to Sisters High School graduates intending to enroll as a Visual Arts Major in post-high school program.  Examples of Visual Arts majors may include, among others:  interior design, architecture, fashion design, graphic design, film making, set design, as well as traditional fine arts majors.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Black Butte Ranch Corporation has established a scholarship program to help finance higher education for Sisters High School students.  Awards are given to deserving Sisters High School seniors who will be pursuing a post-secondary degree in business administration, culinary, or hospitality (i.e., hospitality management, hotel or restaurant management, culinary school, golf or tennis professional, golf course maintenance, recreation director, massage therapy, accounting, and human resources management).

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is to honor Bob Chandler, who valued higher education, giving back to the community and hard work ethic and to encourage students pursuing a 4 year degree at a public or private university.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is in honor of Col John Miller’s love of flight, and to facilitate furthering of a student’s study of aviation at a 2 or 4 year university.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

 

 

 

This scholarship is given to a student who has an interest in studying Science and Math in college with the hope of pursuing a degree in the Dental or Medical field.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is in honor of fourth grade teacher, Diane Jacobsen, who was affectionately known as “Mrs. J”.. Mrs. J taught in Sisters School District for 28 years. As a fourth grade teacher, her enthusiasm for Oregon history led her to initiate, develop and lead the annual fourth grad Oregon History two-day field trip, and Pioneer Day, which remain a part of the fourth grade curriculum today. This scholarship will be awarded to a student who will be studying education, leading to become a teacher.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is awarded to two students, a male and female; $2,500 each.   Scholarships will be awarded to SHS graduating seniors planning to attend a college or university and who have achieved a high level of both academic and athletic accomplishment.

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Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational organization dedicated to helping women increase their opportunities through higher education. While we value scholastic accomplishments, strength of purpose and financial need are higher priorities of our organization. This scholarship award will be paid at the beginning of the first term of the sophomore year to the registrar of the college the student is attending. The student must provide a copy of transcripts from the previous year reflecting a 2.5 or better GPA before payment is made.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

Who does the scholarship honor? An anonymous donor, in honor of two unrelated, now deceased individuals, gives this scholarship.  Neither the woman nor the man had a college education, however, both of these individuals were hardworking, family-oriented, and saw to it their children had all the true essentials in life:  love, care, food, a home, and an education.  These children have made a very positive impact, in no small part due to their upbringing, and wish to honor the parents who made this possible.  Applicant should have a deep interest in science, engineering, math, or medicine.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

To honor two SHS students who have displayed character through initiative, imagination and their work ethic. They understand the importance of perseverance and hard work.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is offered in the memory of Sisters High student Frank Dale.  It is intended to assist a current Sisters High School student seeking to further their formal education beyond high school.  The selection process will give preference to applicants based on need with special consideration for those planning to attend a community college during their first year.  Frank Dale died in a snowboarding accident in December 1999.  He was 17½ years old and finishing his senior year.  At the time of his accident, he was taking classes at COCC and exploring opportunities for music and art schools.  His passions were snowboarding, fishing, backpacking and traveling.  Frank had a gift for making people laugh, and loved his family, friends and teachers at SHS.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

The person being awarded this scholarship will have demonstrated motivation, commitment, and involvement in the community, either through school, volunteer high school classes, demonstrated responsibility for themselves and/or the community, and have challenged themselves as individuals through studies, work, and/or the community.  GPA is a secondary consideration to motivation, work ethic, and responsibility. The amount of the award is $1,000 each for two years.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

Green Ridge Physical Therapy and Wellness is offering an annual scholarship to a Sisters High School graduate interested in the field of human health and wellness.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

Our work history has included several start up business opportunities, including our current venture, Hardtails Bar and Grill. We would have preferred greatly to have had the opportunity to receive a Business Entrepreneurs Education rather than having to learn “On the Fly”. We want to support the next generation of SHS young men and women who have the dream of starting their own business. This scholarship would be the starting springboard for their professional education journey.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

High Country Disposal is awarding a $1000 scholarship to a Sisters High School graduating senior.  This scholarship may be awarded on merit alone without regard to financial need.  It is not available to the children or employees, owners, or relatives of owners, of High Country Disposal or Bend Garbage and Recycling.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarships is to honor the memory of Jeremy Moyer, who was an outstanding Sisters High School athlete and wrestling champion. He was committed to the Sisters’ community and went out of his way to give back, both as a coach and a mentor. The donors wish to support students who display the attributes of a true athlete and team player in their future academic endeavors.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is created in honor of the memory of Chaplain Jim Gentry who served as the Chaplain to the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Department.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

As retired educators who value post-high school education or training, these donors had the good fortune to financially support and mentor an individual who had lacked resources for continued education. This couple feels that their efforts positively helped to change a life. Their lives were also enriched through the process compelling them to offer this annual scholarship opportunity to deserving graduates.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is to help graduating seniors pursue their education in the areas of health and wellness.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is intended to support students who are looking to further their education with the goal of enriching the health and wellness of others.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

STUDENTS MUST BE NOTIFIED BY SHS STAFF THAT THEY ARE QUALIFIED IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP. Once notified, using the scholarship cover sheet, complete and submit all documents and additional requirements listed below. 

The Michael B. Ilg Scholarship was established to offer opportunity and encouragement for post-secondary educational financial assistance to a deserving Sisters High School graduate. This donor is reaping the rewards of hard work and personal initiative and, through this scholarship, intends to give back to the community by offering financial assistance, encouragement, and recognition to SHS students who, like himself, overcame early-life challenges on the road to success.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Monarch Scholarship will be awarded annually to a senior planning on enrolling in an accredited school of cosmetology (Science & Care of Skin, Hair and Nails).

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Nugget scholarship is partially funded through the advertising dollars of local merchants in support of the Student of the Month.  The Nugget asks Sisters High School teachers and counselors to collaborate in identifying the Student of the Year.  To qualify, seniors must have been recognized as a Student of the Month, selected based on leadership and integrity, respect, extra-curricular activities and community involvement, as well as academic performance.

O.S.E.A. members of Sisters School District will be awarding scholarships that can be used at any accredited trade, technical, or business school, or two- or four-year college or university.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Outlaw Booster Club Spirit Scholarship is designed to applaud those college-bound seniors (one male and one female) who have made, and are continuing to make, a positive influence in the Sisters School District – both among their fellow students and in the Sisters community.  The OBC Spirit Scholarship is designed to inspire others to determine how they may contribute to the betterment of their school and the Sisters community by “getting involved”.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship has been established by the Outlaw Health Professionals in Sisters in order to support students who wish to pursue a career in health sciences and to help make that calling a reality.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Intel Retirees of Sisters started this scholarship in 2017, going forward they are expanding the scholarship to include all technology partners. This Outlaw STEM scholarship will be provided to Sisters High School Students who are interested in finding a career path that includes Science, Technology, Engineering or Math. The most important aspect of this scholarship is the applicant’s demonstrated passion and involvement in their community and school through academics, athletics, employment, and/or extracurricular activities.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The purpose of this scholarship is to help women increase their opportunities through higher education. P.E.O. is a philanthropic and educational organization that values high scholastic accomplishments. The Sisters Chapter GH will award a scholarship to a Sisters High School senior woman. This scholarship award will be paid at the beginning of the recipient’s sophomore year to the registrar of the college the student is attending. The student must provide a copy of transcripts of her freshman year to her designated P.E.O. contact before the beginning of her sophomore year showing a 2.5 or better GPA before payment is made.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter. 

This scholarship has been established by a local business to help address a need for more young people joining the trades. There is a great need for students that like to work with their hands and have an interest in learning a trade.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

 

Kory MacGregor, owner of Ponderosa Heating & Cooling, came from a working class family who were unable to offer financial support for his college.  Kory worked through college and learned first-hand the sacrifice it takes to obtain higher education.  Through hard work and dedication he is financially in a position to offer an Oregon State University scholarship to a SHS graduate.   The award is for $1,000 with probable renewals ($1,000 per year) during sophomore, junior and senior years at OSU, subject to donor funding availability.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

 

From the LeBlancs:
“It is our desire to encourage and motivate students to achieve their dreams. Our belief is: If you love your chosen field, you will never work a day of your life. Education will allow you to pursue a career that is both rewarding and fulfilling. We would like to be a part of helping you achieve that goal. Education can be difficult and realizing your dream is always worth it at the end of your journey. We would feel honored to be a part of your journey.”

Students must be nominated to apply for this scholarship.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

 

 

 

This scholarship is for an SHS senior who has a solid record of community service, including volunteerism and good citizenship, and is enrolled in an academic course of study at an accredited institution.  The student chosen will have demonstrated in daily life the Rotary Four-Way Test which is:  Of the things we think, say, or do:  1.  Is it the TRUTH?  2.  Is it FAIR to all concerned?  3.  Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?  4.  Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is for an SHS senior who has a solid record of community service, including volunteerism and good citizenship, and is enrolled in a vocational course of study at an accredited institution.  The student chosen will have demonstrated in daily life the Rotary Four-Way Test which is:  Of the things we think, say, or do:  1.  Is it the TRUTH?  2.  Is it FAIR to all concerned?  3.  Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS?  4.  Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is to honor the legacy of our inspirational and generous mother who wanted art, in its many forms, to be a part of everyone’s life. And to encourage a student’s furthering education in the arts. These arts may include studio, apparel, visual, design, architecture, performing and other genres which are part of a broader education experience. It is targeted at an individual who has completed 2 or more semesters or art and/or has been involved in arts in the community.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

S.E.A. members of Sisters School District will be awarding two scholarships (one to a girl and one to a boy) that can be used at any accredited trade, technical, or business school, or two- or four-year college or university.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Shibui Spa is providing scholarships to Sisters High School Students who are interested in finding a career path that may or may not include a four-year degree. The most important aspect of this scholarship is the applicant’s demonstrated passion and involvement in their community and school through academics, athletics, leadership, employment, and/or extracurricular activities.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

 

Who does this scholarship honor?

Shirley von Kalinowski grew up during the Great Depression. She witnessed firsthand how the lack of financial support altered her and her sister’s opportunity to attend college. After Shirley’s own children were grown she successfully returned to college and completed her education. Now more than 70 years later, she wants to help High School graduates fulfil their own post high school educational goals.

We feel that the greatest challenge in continuing one’s education after high school is not getting accepted into an educational institution, but being able to pay for it. We wish to help fund those that are determined to pursue a higher level of education, and without outside funding it may not be possible. We wish to support ambitious students who have a critical financial need in order to pursue a college education.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

SisTech Manufacturing, based in Bend, Oregon, provides contract electronic manufacturing and mechanical assembly services to high technology companies. They have over 30 years of experience in high-tech assembly, design review, purchasing, project management, and order fulfillment for some of the largest companies as well as at rapidly growing startups. The owners, Lorraine and Brad Kennedy, wish to give back to the community and support further education.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

This scholarship is offered by the Sisters Chamber of Commerce to support a student attending an accredited trade, technical, or vocational school, or two-or four-year college or university.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship is being offered by the Men’s Ministry of the Sisters Community Church for the purpose of encouraging Christian graduates of SHS to attend a faith-based college or University of their choice where the curriculum is based on the premise of the Bible as truth and taught by professors who believe in God as their personal savior.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This is a scholarship open to those that have studied Chinese at SHS and wish to continue their studies either as a major or minor degree at a four year university.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

To encourage and support students interested in careers that advocate for or study our natural environment and human interactions within it. Careers/fields of study supported by this scholarship include such areas as environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental public policy, ecology, climatology, sustainability studies, vocational training in clean energy technologies, stewardship of public lands, and natural resource management. This scholarship was inspired by the late Dr. Larry Hanson, geology and earth sciences professor, naturalist, and “Friend of the Earth”. It is also inspired by all the current students in environmental science, who are dedicated to science based policy, and who have worked tirelessly for decades to ensure our planet remains safe and healthy for future generations.

Joe Bachtold, May Fan, Kris Calvin and Gwen Hanson

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Sisters Folk Festival, Inc.’s Americana Project is providing scholarships to Sisters High School Students who have participated in performing arts while attending high school.  Preference will be given to those applicants who have participated in activities related to the Americana Project.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Sisters Folk Festival, Inc.’s Americana Project is providing scholarships to Sisters High School Students who have participated in performing arts while attending high school.  Preference will be given to those applicants who have participated in activities related to the Americana Project.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

Through fundraising efforts of Sisters GRO over the past several years, and the generous donations of community members, we are proud to continue this endowed scholarship.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship will be awarded to a deserving SHS senior based on their character as displayed during their four years of high school. Students must be nominated by the faculty to apply for the Sisters High School Character Scholarship. SHS Faculty will make the selection.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Sisters High School Art Department would like to present one or two scholarships to seniors graduating from SHS.  Scholarship funds are to be used for art supplies.  The student must have taken at least two trimesters of visual arts classes, be enrolling in a post-secondary program, and majoring in Visual Arts, to include graphic art, interior design, architecture, fashion design, as well as traditional fine arts majors.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Kiwanis Club of Sisters offers this scholarship to graduating senior of Sisters High School who have exhibited involvement and interest in community service activities.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship has been established by the local business Sisters Meat and Smokehouse to provide educational funds and opportunities for students wanting to focus on agriculture and farming. This scholarship may be renewable for multiple years.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

 

The Sisters Rodeo Association provides scholarships that may be used at an accredited trade technical or vocational school; two- or four-year college or university. The scholarships will be awarded to SHS graduates with financial need (but may not be eligible for tuition assistance programs), who have exhibited a commitment to the Sisters community through their volunteer involvement, have shown a good work ethic in their school and community, and have demonstrated an attitude and aptitude to be successful in post-high school educational choices.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

Sisters Science Club wishes to encourage students to work towards a career in one of the STEM curriculums as a way to enhance the sciences within our realm.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

This scholarship is established by the Sisters Science Club and is intended to encourage and help students to pursue science-based vocational careers.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

 

 

This scholarship is established by the Sisters Science Club and is intended to encourage and support young women interested in pursuing a career in science.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Sisters Schools Foundation provides funding to enhance, enrich, and supplement academic excellence throughout the Sisters School District. This scholarship will be presented to a graduating Sisters High School senior who has been engaged in community service projects and has been accepted into an institute of higher education.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show is providing a scholarship to recognize and honor Sisters High School graduating seniors who desire to pursue college classes as enrichment in the area of art and/or design (possibly, but not necessarily, leading to an art/design or business degree.)

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The scholarship is awarded to two students, $12,500 each in scholarships disbursed over four years of college as follows:  $2,000 year one, $2,500 year two, $3,000 year three, and $5,000 year four.  Scholarships will be awarded to SHS graduating seniors demonstrating motivation, commitment, and involvement in themselves and their community.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Taylor Family would like to create a scholarship to assist under-served students with a particular interest in vocational and/or technical continuing education.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

The Three Sisters Lions Club will award a $500 scholarship to two Sisters High School seniors.  These scholarships can be used at a vocational / trades school, community college, or four-year educational institution.  It will be sent to the recipient, upon proof of acceptance at the attending institution, to pay for educational expenses, including tuition or books/supplies, lab fees, etc.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This scholarship was started in 2011 to honor Todd Sampson with hope of keeping his dream alive while helping other aviation-career-oriented individuals pursue their passion – aviators becoming professional pilots.

This scholarship is offered to SHS Seniors enrolled in the SHS Flight Science Class, seeking a student pilot certificate with intentions of becoming a professional pilot. A letter of recommendation is required from the SHS Flight Science Instructor. Funds can be used for flight instruction while pursuing a Student Pilot Certificate or Private Pilot license. Note: This scholarship is also available to SHS graduates/alumni provided they are enrolled in an aviation program at an accredited college with intentions of becoming a professional pilot. Minimum of 12-credit-hours is required.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

“McCrystal Culinary Scholars”. Students must be invited to apply and will be notified by TR McCrystal. The recipient must attend culinary school as a full-time student.

The intent of this scholarship is to provide first year Tuition only support for Sisters High School graduates attending an accredited culinary school.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

This annual scholarship is created to encourage students to appreciate the contributions and sacrifices that Veterans have given to our country.  The monetary award of this scholarship varies and is determined by the donors in the Sisters community. The scholarship sponsor will consider offering awards to more than one student if a viable amount is collected.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

Wayne and Irene Hensley worked tirelessly to raise their family on their small Oregon farm.  Neither had the privilege of acquiring higher education but understood its importance and provided their three children with such.  After retiring, Wayne proudly obtained his Associates Degree in Theology from Concordia University – he was 67-years-young.  Wayne and Irene lived their later years in the Tumalo area and were supporters of Sisters High School, often attending the home football and basketball games.  Their family would like to honor Wayne and Irene through the support of higher education for SHS graduates.

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.

Pending

Documents and Additional Requirements can be found on the Scholarship Application Cover Letter.