Kors, Lois E., Educational Scholarship Grant

The Kors, Lois E., Educational Scholarship, established by the Beatrice Educational Foundation, aims to support Beatrice High School graduates in pursuing higher education. With a strong commitment to academic achievement and civic involvement, the Foundation awards over $55,000 annually in scholarships. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, citizenship, and academic merit. This scholarship encourages students to enter the teaching profession, providing essential funds to help them achieve their educational goals.

Overview
The Foundation’s purpose is to provide a permanent source of financial support for the expansion and enrichment of learning opportunities for the Beatrice School District.
The 15-member Board of Trustees and selected Beatrice High School students work together to promote academic achievement and civic involvement through encouragement and support in quality school programs and innovative education that propels excellence.
The Foundation manages a $3.8 million Endowment Fund and awards over $55,000 each year in scholarships to Beatrice High School graduating seniors.
Scholarship Application
The intent of the Foundation is to provide funds to deserving students needing assistance to attend a school of higher learning.
Kors, Lois E., Educational Scholarship Local Application
A scholarship for students graduating from Beatrice High School. Scholarship funds shall be awarded based on the following qualifications: need, citizenship and scholarship, in that order. Applications are available from Pinnacle Bank, Trust Department, or the Student Services Office. Dollar amount will vary depending on trust income.

Eligibility

Scholarship Application EthicsComplete the scholarship application yourself. Complete the application with a computer.All letters of recommendation should be originals, do not photocopy them and reuse in another application.A scholarship for students graduating from Beatrice High School.

Ineligibility

Should a recipient receive other scholarship funds in excess of need, the Foundation scholarship will not be forwarded at that time.It will, however, be available for a five-year period should the recipient need these funds at a later date for tuition, room and board, or books.Foundation scholarships are restricted to undergraduate studies. Do not use a pencil or pen and handwrite an application.