ROOSEVELT FOUNDATION NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS
All scholarship materials are available on-line at http://www.trhsfoundation.org/ and the Counseling Office.
All scholarship applications are due by March 15th in the Counseling Office.
VIRGINIA BANNISTER PEARSALL SCHOLARSHIP
Virginia Bannister Pearsall, class of 1932, was devoted to Des Moines and to Iowa. Proud of her Iowa heritage, she gave generously of her time and energy to preserving Iowa historic landmarks and to improving her community through volunteer service. Whatever she did, she pursued it with intelligence and tenacity. Virginia studied Humanities in college, and graduated from Northwestern University. She was a lifelong learner who, after raising a family, chose to complete several courses of study in the arts and history. The scholarship beginning in 2010 in her memory will be awarded to a senior who seeks a liberal arts degree and who has both a strong interest in history and experience as a community volunteer. Amount of award: $500.00
Download the Virginia Bannister Pearsall Scholarship Application, Guidelines and Supplemental Form here.
HERMAN KIRKPATRICK SCHOLARSHIP
Mr. Kirkpatrick was a physics teacher at Roosevelt for nearly 45 years. He was enthusiastic, dedicated and highly regarded by faculty and students alike. His continued devotion to teaching as a profession is demonstrated in the scholarship requirements. This grant is made to a student who has completed 3 years of math, 3 years of science including 1 year of physics with at least a “B” for both semesters and an accumulated grade point of at least a “B” at the mid-point of their second semester senior year. The student must also make a commitment to teach in an Iowa Public School system following graduation from college. Amount of award: $1,000.00, renewable for 4 years of college. Renewable for first 4 years of teaching.
Download the Herman Kirkpatrick Scholarship Application, Guidelines and Supplemental Form here.
JOHN J. HANSELL SCHOLARSHIP
John, a 1982 Roosevelt graduate, was an exceptional scholar and athlete who went on to graduate with honors from Colorado College and Columbia Law School. He is remembered for his tremendous sense of humor, extraordinary kindness, and generous spirit, particularly with respect to those less fortunate than he. The scholarship committee awards $1,000.00 to an outstanding senior who demonstrates academic excellence, exceptional ability in athletics or another extracurricular activity, and a commitment to community service. (Need will be considered).
Download the John J. Hansell Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
HEWINS – SEAMAN SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP
Mary Seaman Baker is a 1981 graduate of Roosevelt High School who was an active member of the Swim Team (diver), Sharks Club, and Mimes. She was an excellent student who was deeply motivated and challenged by science teacher, Dick Hewins. She felt he made a huge difference in her life and career. She has established a scholarship for a graduating female who has an interest and proficiency in science or math and has participated in athletics. Amount of award: $500.00
Download the Hewins - Seaman Sciences Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
DICK HEWINS SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP
Dick Hewins was a Biology and Chemistry teacher at Roosevelt High School for 35 years. He made a huge difference in the lives and careers of many students. He has established a scholarship for a graduating male who has an interest and proficiency in science or math and has participated in athletics. Amount of award: $500.00
Download the Dick Hewins Sciences Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
GALEN GUSTAFSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Galen Gustafson was a Roosevelt senior when he died in 1967 of a brain tumor. He graduated with honors having had most of his senior year in the hospital. He had a great sense of humor, loved old cars, and had a keen interest in Journalism. He worked on the Roosevelt Round-up and was very well liked and respected. His sister, Greta Hayward has established a scholarship in his memory and it is awarded to a senior who has worked on either the yearbook or newspaper and has a interest in majoring in Journalism or English. Amount of award: $500.00
Download the Galen Gustafson Memorial Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
MARVIN JAMES FINK P.E. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Marvin James Fink attended Roosevelt High School where he lettered in football, basketball, and track. Following service in WWII, he graduated from the University of Michigan with both Bachelor and Master degrees in engineering. He worked for General Motors and is credited with several inventions. This scholarship has been established by his son, Larry Fink, and is awarded to a student who excels in math or science and plans on pursuing a career in engineering. Amount of award: $1,000.00
Download the Marvin James Fink P.E. Memorial Scholarship Criteria, Application, Supplemental Form, Attachment 1 and Attachment 2 here.
KATHY LEE COLLINS SCHOLARSHIP
Kathy Lee Collins graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1968 with a B+ average. She was very active at Roosevelt as a cheerleader and Pep Club Chair. She went on the University of Kansas where she received her degree in Education. After teaching for several years, she earned her law degree from Drake University and worked as an attorney for the Iowa Department of Education. She has established a scholarship to help students who plan to become teachers. To be eligible for the scholarship, a Roosevelt senior (or junior graduating early) must have a B+ (2.99) MAXIMUM grade point average. Amount of award: $1,000.00 for a maximum of five years.
Download the Kathy Lee Collins Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
JAMES COLLIER SCHOLARSHIP
James M. Collier graduated from Roosevelt in 1956. He later earned his teaching degree from Drake University and taught English for 32 years. Jim is pleased to be able to offer this scholarship to Roosevelt seniors and feels it provides him with a wonderful opportunity to ensure that others have the types of cultural and educational opportunities that his mother made available to him. The James Collier Scholarship is a renewable grant of $1,000.00 per academic year. The applicant must plan to attend college and pursue a career in education with a focus on English/Language Arts. Renewable. Amount of award: $1,000.00
Download the James Collier Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
JENNIE BRODY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Jennie Brody Memorial Scholarship is a non-renewable grant in the amount of $1,000.00. The applicant must be a graduate of Roosevelt High School who is seeking post-secondary instruction after a break in their education. Individuals may apply who have pursued a post-secondary educational experience and then stopped or students who have graduated from Roosevelt and have waited a year or more before seeking further education.
Download the Jennie Brody Memorial Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
DR. RODNEY L. AUSICH SCHOLARSHIP
The Dr. Rodney L. Ausich Scholarship is a non-renewable grant in the amount of 1,000. The applicant must be a senior at Roosevelt High School who plans to attend a 4 year college/university, a 2 year community college, a vocational or trade school. The applicant must have come to the United States as a refugee or have parents (or guardians) that legally immigrated as a refugee(s).
Download the Dr. Rodney L. Ausich Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
MEGGIE MALM SCHOLARSHIP
Meggie Malm, class of 2003, was an outstanding student athlete at Roosevelt and at the University of Missouri. She was a four year letter winner on the Mizzou women’s soccer team and graduated with honors in 2007 with a degree in Industrial Engineering. We remember Meggie not only for her achievements, but also for her cheerful, kind and generous spirit. Meggie treasured the excellence, diversity and traditions of Roosevelt. The Meggie Malm Scholarship is a $2,000 award that is made annually to a deserving Roosevelt student planning to attend college based upon the recipient’s character, need, and potential.
Download the Meggie Malm Scholarship Description, Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
RYAN MCCORMICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Ryan Mark Herring McCormick was a 2007 graduate of Roosevelt High School who loved music; composing, listening and playing guitar, keyboard and piano. Ryan's family has established a scholarship fund through which an annual scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who participated in the fine arts at TRHS. The applicant must be able to demonstrate financial need. Amount of award: $2,000.00
Download the Ryan McCormick Memorial Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
TIMOTHY PARKER, M.D. PRE-MEDICINE SCHOLARSHIP
Dr. Timothy Parker graduated from Roosevelt High School in the Class of 1981. He later became a physician and practices medicine in Leawood, Kansas. He is pleased to offer a scholarship to a deserving Roosevelt senior who has a goal and a passion to become a doctor. The applicant must have good performance in math and science and a financial need. Amount of award: $1,000.00
Download the Timothy Parker, M.D. Pre-Medicine Scholarship Criteria, Application and Supplemental Form here.
THE NICHOLAS STREET WHITTIER COLLEGE ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
This is a scholarship is available to an athlete who applies and is accepted at Whittier College in California. The donor wants to follow the recipient’s athletic progress throughout college. There may be more financial support possible. The donor felt this college made a tremendous difference in his life. Amount of award: $2,000/year.
Please contact Barb Godwin, Scholarship Chair for further information at: bgodwin@plymouthchurch.com.
ROOSEVELT FOUNDATION DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS
Download the Dollars for Scholars Application and Supplemental Form here.
What is Roosevelt Foundation Dollars for Scholars?
Roosevelt Foundation Dollars for Scholars is volunteer based committee of the non-profit, tax exempt Roosevelt Foundation. There are more than 700 Dollars for Scholars chapters in the U.S, all affiliates of the Scholarship America Program, which represent a national growing network of community scholarship foundations
How do we raise funds?
The Dollars for Scholars committee is primarily a fundraising arm of the larger Roosevelt Foundation and gives scholarships to Roosevelt seniors based on annual fundraising success. Fundraising for Dollars for Scholars is generally community-based and currently focused on smaller donations. Our main source of funds for unrestricted scholarships is the February Phone-a-thon, but through generous contributions, the Foundation is also able to offer restricted scholarships. Restricted scholarships are funded 100% by the donor and have an additional qualification, such as a specified major or graduation from a named school. Currently, we have several feeder schools to Roosevelt supporting our program with $500 scholarships.
Who may apply and where may a scholarship be used?
All Roosevelt seniors graduating in May of 2009 who plan to continue their education may apply for Dollars for Scholars scholarships. The institutions where a scholarship may be used are 4-year college, 2-year or junior college, or vocational school.
How are scholarships awarded?
By the end of April, we add up how much we’ve earned for the year and determine how many scholarships we will be able to award. A community based Scholarship Award Committee scores the anonymous applications using a point system. Scholarships are awarded on a fair, non-discriminatory basis. Some of the criteria under consideration are merit, need, and character. Students interested in applying for a scholarship may pick up an application in the Roosevelt Counseling Office or the Central Academy Counseling Office. Additional points will be given to students volunteering for Dollars for Scholars.
The Foundation is in the process of developing a number of new scholarships. All scholarship applications and criteria including the Dollars for Scholars applications will be available January 2009. Students will be able to download applications and criteria from the Roosevelt Foundation website at http://www.trhsfoundation.org/ or pick them up in the counseling office.
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