Jerry and Peggy Hitchcock Scholarship

_The 2026 Scholarship Award Cycle application period opens on 12/15/2025._

Jerry and Peggy Hitchcock Scholarship (The) - 1- $1000

In 2016, after supervising the completion of several multi-million dollar projects, Jerry Hitchcock retired from a successful career in public works and administration. Growing up in Nebraska's panhandle, Jerry found his way in a "hands-on" shop and athletics. Jerry and Peggy know the importance of trade and vocational education. They want to support the next generation of hard-working students who would most benefit from trade and vocational education.

Scholarship Overview

This scholarship is intended to assist a graduating senior or a previous graduate (non-traditional student) of any Dickinson Country Kansas High School or have been home-schooled (preferably in Dickinson County), who seeks higher education at a trade school or technical college to pursue a technical degree or certificate or accredited college a music degree or certificate.

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

• Scholarship Requirements:
  • Applicant must be a graduating senior of any Dickinson County Kansas High School or a previous graduate (non-traditional student) of any Dickinson Country Kansas High School, or have been home-schooled (preferably in Dickinson County), who seeks higher education at a trade school or technical college to pursue a technical degree or certificate or accredited college a music degree or certificate.
  • Applicant must have been an athlete in high school sports or participated in musical activities and/or programs.
  • Applicant must have earned at least a 2.5 GPA.
  • Applicant must attend an accredited technical college and study to obtain a certification in a trade or an accredited college to pursue a music degree or certificate.
  • Statement of 200 words explaining why you want to attend a technical college and pursue your trade and/or what you plan to achieve with your music degree or certificate.
  • The following should be uploaded to complete the application:
  • Three letters of recommendation(signed originals) from non-relatives such as a teacher, community member, or employer.
  • Current resume detailing activities and community activities.
  • Copy of most current academic transcript.
  • Current headshot.