WHS Scholarships
Welcome to the WHS Scholarship hub where your donation supports hometown student success!
Pledge to Donate a Private Scholarship
by APRIL 30th
to benefit the WHS Class of 2024!
(Payment due to WHS by April 30th)We are currently in our WHS Scholarship Pledge Period to accept donations and commitments to donate funds to go towards scholarships for our 2024 Graduates of Woodsboro High School.
Donating towards a WHS Scholarship can have a direct impact on the trajectory of a student's life through education. By helping WHS students pay for college, we are investing in both their future AND the future of our community. Making a gift of $250+ through a Private Scholarship or a gift of any size to the Eagle Scholars Scholarship Fund is a great way to help students achieve their goals & meet their potential. Please consider giving as generously as you can. The impact of your gift is immeasurable.
There are 2 ways to give:
Questions? Contact Dr. Schulz at 361.543.4518 x1320 or Cherie Morgan at 361.543.4518 x1321
Thank you for your Pledge benefiting the Class of 2024!
Andy Dunn - Dunn Family Scholarship
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why do I need to "Pledge" to donate a private scholarship?
By making a "pledge" to let us know ahead of time that you will be donating, you are helping us to plan in many ways: we are able to prepare a packet of student applications for you to review to select your recipient, plan for the scholarship banquet, and know how much scholarship money will be awarded.
What should my Private Scholarship be named?
You can choose to name your scholarship any (school appropriate) name. Currently we have Private Scholarships that honor:
someone who has passed (ex: Coach Houston "Good Enough is Not Good Enough" Memorial Scholarship)
someone who is living (ex: Leatrice J. Koch Scholarship)
the family who is giving the donation (ex: Escobar Family Scholarship)
a club or organization (ex: Woodsboro All Sport Booster Club Scholarship)
a business (ex: Tuttle's Scholarship)
a foundation (ex: Rooke Foundation Endowed Scholarship)
a graduating class (ex: Class of 1966 Scholarship)
You may also choose to award and name a scholarship based on a certain criteria such as:
Trade School Programs (ex: Outstanding Craftsman Scholarship)
Student School & Community Involvement (ex: Heart of Eagle Pride Scholarship)
Student Activities (ex: WHS Exceptional Band Member Scholarship)
Previous Award Winner (ex: Homecoming Queen Scholarship)
Am I obligated to give a scholarship every year?
You are NOT obligated to give a scholarship every year. Every year we will have a new Pledge Period from November through February where you can choose to pledge to donate a scholarship or not.
When is the money due for a Private Scholarship?
The scholarship money is due by April 30th to Cherie Morgan. Checks payable to Woodsboro ISD.
Do I have to present my Private Scholarship to the recipient at the Scholarship Banquet?
No, you can ask another representative to present the award or the WHS announcer can give the award in your place.
Will I receive a receipt for my donation?
Yes, if you donate in person, you will receive a receipt then or if you mail your donation, you will receive a receipt in the mail (remember to include a return address).
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes. You will need to consult a tax professional to find out more.
Who do I contact if I have questions about scholarships?
Cherie Morgan, phone 361.543.4518 x1321, email cherie_morgan@wisd.net
OR
Chantel Schulz, phone 361.543.4518 x1320, email chantel_schulz@wisd.net
What if I would like to donate a renewable scholarship?
A renewable scholarship is one that provides a set amount of funding for a set amount of time to a student contingent on meeting certain criteria. (ex: $1,000 every Fall & Spring semester for 4 years based on full-time enrollment and a 3.0 or higher GPA)
If you would like to establish a renewable WHS Scholarship, please call Cherie Morgan at 361.543.4518 x1321 or email at cherie_morgan@wisd.net