USD 408 Alum Recognition Scholarship(USD 408 Recognition Scholarship Program) ALUM RECOGNITION SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIAThe Alum Recognition Scholarship Program will provide funding to a graduating male or female student who has demonstrated the ability to inspire their peers, been engaged in the community and willingly invested a significant effort toward scholastic achievement.
DESIGNATING ALUM RECOGNITIONA specific alum(s) can be recognized with an awarded scholarship by an individual or group donation to MAC of $1000 per designated recognition. Bio information about the recognized staff member will need to be provided by the donor and/or donating group. ALUM RECOGNITION TERMSThe MHS Principal and Guidance Counselor, using the Alum Scholarship Criteria, will lead a committee process in selecting the scholarship recipient, and include those that they deem qualified to provide useful input.
In order to receive USD 408 Recognition Scholarship financial assistance, the student must finish the school year in good standing at school., as well as within the community, and present proof of post-secondary schooling/training. The recipient shall not be directly or indirectly related to an individual donor. If more than one donation has been made to recognize specific staff members, The Scholarship Fund board will determine the order in which the scholarships will be awarded. Two of the factors taken into consideration will be: the timing of when the donations were made, and whether the staff member being honored is available to attend the awards assembly. USD 408 RECOGNITION SCHOLARSHIP FUNDINGFunding will come from private donations, and money generated by an annual golf tournament. Financial contributions can be sent to: Marion Advancement Campaign Foundation (MAC)a 501(c) 3 OrganizationPO Box 153Marion, Ks. 66861