Scholarships for Graduating Seniors are awarded annually to graduating students. These scholarships are funded through endowments as well as annual contributions by businesses and individuals in the community. The foundation has more than $250,000 in endowed or designated scholarship funds.
The 2023 - 2024 scholarship applications are available. Please click on the Submit Your Application button to apply. If you have any questions, please contact our office at 804-639-8774.
Scholarship Descriptions
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Kevin Agee Memorial Scholarship
The Agee Scholarship was established by the family of Kevin Agee, a 1995 graduate of L.C. Bird High School. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of L.C.Bird High School or Midlothian High School that have taken courses in photography.
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Kimberly Leedom Bliley Scholarship
The Kimberly Leedom Bliley Scholarship was established in 2024 by her parents Bill and Barb Leedom. Kimberly was a special education teacher in Chesterfield County for 17 years. This scholarship is for a graduating SPED student at L.C. Bird High School for their continuing education.
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Thomas R. Fulghum Scholarship
The Thomas R. Fulghum Teaching Scholarship was established by Mr. Thomas R. Fulghum, a previous CCPS Superintendent. This scholarship is for graduating CCPS students pursuing a career as an educator or teacher.
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Denise Geiszler Memorial Scholarship
The Denise Geiszler Memorial Scholarship was created in loving memory of Lesley "Denise" Geiszler. This scholarship is for any Midlothian High School graduating senior that has participated in girls or boys swimming.
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Theresa Goad CTC School Counseling Scholarship
The Theresa Goad CTC School Counseling Scholarship was established in honor of Theresa Goad. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Manchester High School who completed at least two years in one of the CTC programs and who exemplifies the ideals of commitment, hard work, and a positive attitude.
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Gray Scholarship
The Frederick T. Gray and Evelyn J. Gray Scholarship was established by their children as a lasting legacy of the hard work performed and dedication felt by their parents for the members of their community. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Thomas Dale High School that are pursuing pre-med courses in college, medical, or nursing schools.
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Matthew G. Gwaltney Memorial Scholarship
The Matthew G. Gwaltney Memorial Scholarship was established by the family of Matthew Gwaltney, a 2001 Thomas Dale Graduate. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Thomas Dale High School pursuing a four-year college or university degree in engineering, science, math, or journalism.
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Emily Cashion Hughes Scholarship
The Emily Cashion Hughes Scholarship was established in her memory. Mrs. Hughes was a CCPS school counselor for over twenty years. This scholarship is for graduating seniors for technical school tuition, skills trade training for HVAC repair, or any skilled trade or technical education.
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JAWS Educational Scholarship
The JAWS Educational Scholarship was established by the family in memory of Justin Andrew Williams, a Thomas Dale High school graduate. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Thomas Dale High school who are pursuing a career in the education field.
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Erin Kasemersky Memorial Scholarship
The Erin Kasemersky Memorial Scholarship was established by the family of Erin Kasemersky, a 2016 James River High School graduate. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of James River High School who exhibit integrity, leadership, community involvement, and academic excellence.
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Robyn Kim Choir Scholarship
The Robyn Kim Choir Scholarship was established in honor of Robyn Kim. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Manchester High School who participated in choir all four years and consistently added to the betterment of the choir through hard work, commitment, and positive attitude.
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Coach Krausse Student-Athlete Scholarship
The Coach Krausse Student-Athlete Scholarship was established in honor of boys volleyball coach Charlie Krausse. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Manchester High School who played a sport all four years (does not have to be volleyball) and consistently added to the betterment of the team through hard work, commitment, and positive attitude.
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Cary Nothnagel Theater Scholarship
This scholarship is named in honor of Cary Nothnagel, who is a true Lancer at heart and has been a dedicated part of the Manchester family for many years both as a teacher and the theater director. It is for a graduating senior who has participated in the theater program for all four years at Manchester - either as a student in a theater/theater production class or as a performer/crew member in the plays/musicals - and who was not the 'top' theater student but consistently added to the Manchester theater community of students through their hard work, commitment, and positive attitude. No GPA requirement.
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Al Park Class of 1995 Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2005 by Al Park, Midlothian High School Class of 1995, and his father Andrew Park to honor exceptional students and the many talented, gifted, and generous faculty members who have impacted students at Midlothian High School. Student recipients must exhibit good character, integrity, and a commitment to community service. The selected student may then identify a teacher who has greatly influenced their educational experience at Midlothian.
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Milton Simmons Memorial Scholarship
The Milton Simmons Memorial Scholarship was established by his wife, Eurgentine "Tina" Simmons. Milton was a very active role model at Manchester High School. Milton loved his extended Manchester family and supported students in various ways, The scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors at Manchester who have a heart of living through giving and desire to "Matter like Milton". Mrs. Simmons, who teaches at Manchester, is honored to establish this scholarship to continue the legacy of her late husband.
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Kyle P. Stoeckli Memorial Scholarship
The Kyle P. Stoeckli Memorial Scholarship was established by the family and friends of Kyle Stoeckli, a 2010 Cosby High School graduate. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Cosby High School who exhibit diligence and determination, are supportive of other students have work experience and have participated in sports.
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Pamela White MHS School Counseling Scholarship
The Pamela White MHS School Counseling Scholarship was established in honor of Pamela White. This scholarship is for graduating seniors of Manchester High School who held a leadership position within the school for at least two years and who exemplified the Manchester spirit through their service and commitment to the student body and their positive attitude.