SMSD Education Foundation

The Board of Directors of the SMSD Education Foundation has established a scholarship fund to award scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each for Stafford High School graduates.  To receive an award, you must provide enrollment confirmation in an undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year public or private college, university, or technical/trade school.  Stafford MSD Education Foundation awards are granted without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender, disability, or national origin.

Eligibility
The scholarship applicant must:

• be a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States of America (documentation may be requested);
• be a Stafford High School graduating Senior;
• be continuously enrolled in SMSD as a full-time student for four (4) semesters preceding graduation;
• plan to enroll full-time in an undergraduate course of study at an accredited two- or four-year public or private college, university, or technical/trade school; and
• have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 at the time of application.

Available Scholarships

• B.A.P.S. Charities
• James Ratcliff Memorial
• Bruce Neal Memorial
• Gorka Memorial
• James Woodfin

The classroom grant program is designed to enhance the educational experience of students and support instructional approaches and programs aligned to district and campus goals.

Guidelines

• The Foundation approved funds for awarding to classroom grants.
• The maximum amount of each award is $1,000. Proposed purchases exceeding $1,000 must be fully funded from another designated source (i.e. campus funds) stipulated in the application.
• All grants will be funded in a competitive manner based on merit.
• Applications will be given preference that:
  • directly benefit large numbers of students
  • utilize durable or reusable items
  • incorporate sharing materials and techniques between teachers within the same grade level, department, or school
  • include clear, concise, and organized plans for use of grant
• Individual teachers, grade level teams, departments, or the school can apply for a grant. Teacher grants are awarded as per the SMSD Education Foundation mission statement.