The Districtwide Parent Organization (DPO) is taking applications for the DPO Education Scholarship, which is available to any senior planning to pursue a college education to prepare for a teaching career.

To be eligible, students must be a senior attending high school in the ICCSD, and plan to pursue a college education to become a teacher. To apply, students can pick up an application packet in the guidance office. The criteria considered in awarding the scholarship include academic success, extracurricular activities, leadership, and community involvement, an essay, and a reference letter written by a teacher or mentor.

The number of scholarships given and the amount given varies yearly depending on donations received by the DPO. In the past, 2-3 scholarships have been given for at least $1000 each. Scholarship recipients are chosen by the DPO executive board.

Applications are due Monday, March 7th by 5 pm. More information is available in the guidance office.