Programs
2008 Scholarship Programs
For additional information regarding scholarships,
contact
Shana Venenga, 799-1042, or Shana@ccpef.org.
The application deadline for all scholarships has passed. Applications are posted for review purposes only.
Evelyn Abrams Memorial Scholarship
CCSD female seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree in education or business
at an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum
3.0 unweighted cumulative GPA is required and students must demonstrate financial
need.
Download 2008 application 
Adelson Scholarship
CCSD seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in the field of health
services at an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship.
A minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA is required and students must demonstrate financial
need.
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Adelson Family Scholarship
CCSD senior who are dependents of a Venetian Resort Hotel Casino employee and
plan to attend an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship.
Employees of the mall stores and non-Venetian owned restaurants do not qualify.
A minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA is required and the students must demonstrate
financial need.
Download 2008 application
Alliance of Black Culinarians Scholarship
CCSD seniors with a minimum 2.5 GPA may apply. Students must demonstrate financial
need. Preference will be given to minority students and those interested in
a career in culinary arts. Important Note: The application deadline
for this scholarship is March 31, 2008.
Download 2008 application
American Nuclear Society Nevada Section Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to major in nuclear engineering or a nuclear science related field (e.g., Radiochemistry, Health Physics, or the Nuclear Engineering option in Mechanical Engineering) at UNLV may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.8 cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Susan Ayers Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who attended Estes McDoniel Elementary School may apply for this
scholarship. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited post-secondary college
or university. A minimum 3.0 unweighted cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Jeannette Bautista Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution
in the field of education may apply for this scholarship. A minimum
3.5 cumulative GPA is required. Special preference is given to
secondary education mathematics majors. Students must also demonstrate
financial need.
Download 2008 application
Blues Ambassador
Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have demonstrated interest and achievement in the arts and/or
shown leadership in encouraging understanding among people of diverse backgrounds
may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA is required and
students must demonstrate financial need. Students must plan to attend an accredited
institution of higher learning.
Download 2008 application
Donald Franklin Bradley Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, as a full-time
student for a major related to photography may apply for this scholarship.
A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted) is required. Preference
will be given to students that can demonstrate financial need.
Download 2008 application
Susan Brager Occupational Education Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have completed a minimum of two years of an established
occupational education program may apply. A minimum 2.5 cumulative
GPA is required. Students should plan to attend a school in the Nevada Higher Education System within Clark County.
Download 2008 application
Agustin Cano Memorial Scholarship
Valley High School seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university as a full-time student beginning in the fall may apply for this scholarship. Students must describe their leadership roles and any community service involvement.
Download 2008 application
John Caoile Memorial Scholarship
Durango High School AFJROTC program seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution and have excelled in the areas of leadership, community
service, and extra-curricular activities may apply. Other requirements include
a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Download 2008 application
Cheyenne High School Faculty Memorial Scholarship
Cheyenne High School seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary
institution may apply. A minimum 3.1 unweighted GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
CCSD School Counselors' Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have met and overcome a serious personal challenge or adversity
may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 2.5 unweighted GPA is required. Applicants
must plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution.
Download 2008 application
Clark High School Academy for Mathematics, Science and
Applied Technology
Scholarship
The Academy for Mathematics, Science and Technology (AMSAT) at
Clark High School is a magnet program for qualified students
recruited from all middle schools throughout the Las Vegas area.
AMSAT introduces students to the world of mathematics, science,
and applied technology and provides them with career and academic
options that will enable them to develop new perspectives on
the professional working world.
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Clark High School Academy of Finance Scholarship
Clark High School Academy
of Finance (A.O.F.) seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree
in business, economics, or finance at an accredited college or
university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.0 GPA
is required and the student must have successfully completed
the A.O.F. Program.
Download 2008 application
Clark High School Alumni Leadership Circle Scholarship
Clark High School Academy of Finance (A.O.F.) seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree in business, economics, or finance at an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required and the student must have successfully completed the A.O.F. program.
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Clark High School Teacher Education Academy Scholarship in Memory of Elaine Flemming-Smith
Teacher Education Academy at Clark High School (T.E.A.C.H.) seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree in education at an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA is required and the student must be currently enrolled in the T.E.A.C.H. Educational Internship and Seminar course.
Download 2008 application
Corbett-Porter Building Bridges Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have worked to create a school environment free of discrimination,
harassment, and intolerance by building bridges between the gay/lesbian and
straight communities may apply for this scholarship. Students must have a 2.5
minimum GPA and plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution. Financial
need may be considered.
Download 2008 application
Tsutako Curo Scholarship
Any CCSD senior who is a single mother desiring to advance her education at an accredited post-secondary institution to provide a better future for her familyy may apply. A minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA is required and
the student must demonstrate financial need.
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Robin M. Daniels Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have met and overcome a serious personal challenge or adversity
and plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in Nevada may apply
for this scholarship.
Download 2008 application
Harvey N. Dondero Communication and Journalism Excellence
Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution and
pursue a degree in journalism or communications may apply for this scholarship. Important
Note: The application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2008.
Download
2008 application
Mickey Donnelly Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who attended Walter Johnson Junior High School for a minimum of
one year and plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in
Nevada may apply for this scholarship. A minimum of a 2.5 unweighted cumulative
GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Travis Dunning Memorial Scholarship
Green Valley, Coronado, Foothill, Silverado and Liberty High School seniors who
plan to attend an accredited four-year college or university may apply. Applicants
must have a 3.0 weighted or unweighted GPA. Financial need will be considered. Important
Note: The application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2008.
Download
2008 application
Don English Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend an accredited college, university, or institute of photography or journalism as a full-time student may apply for this scholarship. Field of study must be photography, media arts, or journalism. A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is required. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
Download 2008 application
Flora English Creative Writing Scholarship
CCSD seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree in English at an accredited
college or university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.0 cumulative
GPA is required and students must demonstrate financial need.
Download 2008 application
Epicurean Charitable Foundation Scholarship
All high school seniors in Clark County who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution as a full-time student during the academic year following their graduation may apply for this scholarship. Applicants must plan to obtain a bachelor's degree and major in Hotel Management or Food & Beverage programs. Other qualifications include demonstration of financial need and a cumulative GPA of 2.75.
Download 2008 application
Evening Mesquite Club Scholarship
CCSD female seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in Nevada as a full-time student beginning in the fall of 2008 may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.0 GPA is required and the student must demonstrate financial need.
Download 2008 application
Gordy Fink Memorial Scholarship
Valley High School seniors who plan to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas,
as a full-time student beginning in the fall may apply for this scholarship.
Students must describe their leadership roles and any community service involvement.
Students are also asked to explain their career goals and aspirations. Financial
need will be considered.
Download 2008 application
Fraser Family Scholarship
Durango High School seniors with a 3.5 cumulative GPA who plan to attend
an accredited college or university and pursue a degree in education or related
field may apply.
Download 2008 application
Veronica Gantt Memorial Scholarship
Del Sol High School seniors who are active in sports and their community and plan to attend an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Dr. Virginia Gilbert Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who demonstrate an interest in mathematics and plan to attend a Southern Nevada accredited college or university may apply. Areas of study should includ, but are not limited to, mathematics and education.
Download 2008 application
Nick Giorgione Hope for Hearts Scholarship
CCSD seniors with a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA who are affected by a heartdisease
may apply. Financial need may be considered.
Download 2008 application
Glazing Industry Scholarship
High school seniors and post-secondary students in Nevada who are children or
grandchildren of individuals actively participating in the glazing
industry may apply. Applicants must have a desire to achieve excellence through
education, plan to attend a post-secondary program for which they meet the admissions requirements and have a minimum 2.8 unweighted cumulative GPA.
Download 2008 application
Gretchen Hauff Memorial Scholarship
CCSD female seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree in physical
education at an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship.
A minimum 2.5 unweighted cumulative GPA is required and students must demonstrate
financial need.
Download 2008 application
Michael J. Hoggard Memorial Scholarship
Green Valley High School seniors who have been on the school's soccer team for
at least two years, including their senior year, and plan to attend an accredited
post-secondary college or university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum
3.0 cumulative GPA is required. Financial need will be considered.
Download 2008 application
JMA Architecture Studios Scholarship
CCSD seniors interested in pursuing a career in architecture who plan to attend
a university with an accredited School of Architecture may apply for this scholarship.
Students must demonstrate financial need. Preferential consideration will be
given to students who have participated in the Clark County School District's
drafting program. A minimum 3.0 unweighted cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Knights of Pythias Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have demonstrated exemplary participation in community
service and plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution
for which they meet entry level requirements may apply.
Download 2008 application
Las Vegas Chinatown Scholarship
CCSD seniors of Asian descent who plan to attend an accredited college or university
in Nevada may apply. Students who plan to major in "Business" will be given preference. A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Las Vegas Elks Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend an accredited college, university, or vocational school may apply for this scholarship. Student's CPA must be adequate for entry to the school. Applicant must be a citizen of the United States. Applicant must live at an address in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Download 2008 application
Las Vegas Elks Scholarship to Assist the Physically Challenged
CCSD seniors who are physically challenged and plan to attend an accredited college, university, or vocational school may apply for this scholarship. Student's GPA must be adequate for entry to the school. Applicant must be a citizen of the United States. Applicant must live at an address in Las Vegas, Nevada. Financial need will be considered.
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Melissa A. Lyles Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have demonstrated academic achievement in a minimum
of eleven (11) Honors or Advanced Placement courses and plan to attend an
accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship. Students
must describe their extracurricular activities, leadership roles, and participation
in athletics. A minimum 4.0 weighted cumulative GPA is required.
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Nate Mack/Cindi Turner Scholarship
CCSD seniors who attended Nate Mack Elementary School for at lest three
(3) years may apply for this scholarship. Student applicants must plan to attend
an accredited college or university, have a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA, and demonstrate
financial need.
Download 2008 application
Corporal Joseph Martinez U.S. Army Memorial Scholarship
Durango High School AFJROTC program seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary
institution either during or immediately following enlistment in any branch
of the U.S. military may apply. Applicants must have excelled
in the areas of leadership, community service, and extra-curricular activities.
Download 2008 application
Aaron Matusek Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors with a minimum 2.75 cumulative
GPA who plan to attend an accredited college or university in
Nevada may apply. Financial need will be considered.
Download 2008 application
MSPT Sports Medicine Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan a career in healthcare/sports medicine and plan to attend
an accredited post-secondary institution may apply for this scholarship. A
minimum 3.2 unweighted cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
National Security Technologies Engineering & Science Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to major in engineering or science at a four-year
institution may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.5 cumulative
GPA is required. Financial need will be considered.
Download 2008 application
Nevada Black Police Association Scholarship - Education is the Key to Success
CCSD African American seniors who plan to attend a college or university
may apply for this scholarship. A 2.5 GPA is required and the
applicant must demonstrate financial need.
Download 2008 application
Nevada Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Scholarship
CCSD seniors who attend a PTSA high school and/or Teacher Education Academy at
Clark High School (T.E.A.C.H.) and who are pursuing a degree in education and
plan to attend a post-secondary college or university may apply for this scholarship.
A minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA is required.
Download
2008 application
North Las Vegas Firefighters William J. Harnedy Memorial
Scholarship
CCSD seniors who attend a North Las Vegas High School and are enrolled in the
Credit Retrieval Program may apply for this scholarship. Applicants are required
to have a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and plan to attend an
accredited post-secondary institution.
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Opportunity Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in Nevada
may apply for this scholarship. Financial need will be considered. Important
Note: The application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2008.
Download
2008 application
Palo Verde High School - Barbara Edwards Memorial Scholarship
Palo Verde High School seniors who have completed seven semesters of the same
foreign language and demonstrate academic excellence, may apply for this scholarship.
Students must plan to attend an accredited college or university. A minimum
3.5 cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Palo Verde High School Faculty Follies Scholarship
Palo Verde High School seniors who have completed six semesters of theater classes
and plan to attend an accredited college or university may apply.
A minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Panther Cafe Scholarship
Palo Verde High School seniors who have participated in a class that is directly
associated with the operation of The Panther Café and plan to attend
an accredited post-secondary college or institution may apply.
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Pardee Community Building Scholarship
CCSD seniors who demonstrate an interest in home building and community
development and plan to attend a Nevada accredited college or university
may apply. Areas of study include, but are ont limited to, business,
civil engineering, architecture or landscape architecture, and construction
management. A minimum 2.8 GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Penn-Bird Family Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to pursue a degree in education may apply for this scholarship.
A minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Josef Princ Memorial Scholarship
CCSD male seniors who are of European descent may apply. Other qualifications
include maintaining a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA, demonstrating financial need,
and planning to attend an accredited post-secondary college or university majoring
in engineering, mathematics, or science.
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R.M. Princ Scholarship
CCSD female seniors who have maintained a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA,
demonstrate financial need, and plan to attend an accredited
post-secondary college or university majoring in the field of
education (elementary or secondary) may apply for this scholarship.
Download 2008 application
Procida Tile Importers Scholarship
CCSD seniors with a minimum 3.5 cululative GPA and adverse family
situations who plan to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas,
may apply. Students must demonstrate financial need. Important
Note: The application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2008.
Download
2008 application
Republic Services Environmental Studies Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to major in Environmental Studies/Sciences at a four-year
institution may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA is
required. Important Note: The application deadline for this scholarship
is March 31, 2008.
Download 2008 application
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Las Vegas Scholarship Program
Applicants must be a high school senior in Clark or Nye County in Nevada. Applicants must eligible to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institute in the fall of 2008 (includes colleges, universities, junior colleges, vocational institutes, and trade schools.) Applicants must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA-unweighted. Applicants must submit a complete application with all required documents.
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Elizabeth Shafer Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors interested in pursuing a degree in the culinary field
may apply. A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA is required and financial
need will be considered. Applicants must be US citizens, either
by birth or naturalization.
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Silver Nugget Family Scholarship
CCSD seniors who are dependents of a Silver Nugget Gaming Team member and plan
to attend an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship.
No minimum GPA is required, however a formal essay from the student explaining
why she/he merits this scholarship is required. Important Note: The
application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2008.
Download
2008 application
Silver Nugget Gaming Ambassadors Scholarship
CCSD seniors who attend Rancho High School, Desert Pines High School, Community
College East and Area Technical Trade Center, demonstrate an interest in the
arts and business, and have shown leadership skills may apply for this scholarship.
No minimum GPA is required, however, a formal essay from the student explaining
why she/he merits this scholarship is required. Important Note: The
application deadline for this scholarship is March 31, 2008.
Download 2008 application
Smith's Personal Best Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have met and overcome a serious personal challenge or adversity
may apply for this scholarship. Applicants must plan to attend an accredited
post-secondary institution.
Download 2008 application
Southern Nevada Floorcovering Association Excellence Through
Education Scholarship
CCSD seniors and post-secondary students in Nevada who are children or grandchildren
of participating Southern Nevada Floorcovering Association (SNFA) members and
their full-time employees may apply for this scholarship. Students must be nominated
by a participating SNFA member in good standing and demonstrate their desire
and motivation to achieve excellence through education. Applicants must plan
to attend a post-secondary program
and have a minimum 2.8 unweighted cumulative GPA.
Download 2008 application
Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame Scholarship
CCSD seniors who have participated in athletics for the past four years may apply
for this scholarship. Students must describe their participation in athletics
and leadership roles. A minimum 3.2 unweighted cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Spartan Staff Scholarship
Cimarron-Memorial High School seniors who are interested in pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university may apply for this scholarship. A minimum 3.0 unweighted cumulative DPA is required and students must demonstrate financial need. Important Note: Applications must be turned in to Mrs. Lescenski at Cimarron-Memorial High School on or before April 30, 2008.
Download 2008 application
Striving for Success Scholarship
CCSD Northeast Region high school special education seniors who plan to attend an
accredited post-secondary institution for which they meet entry level requirements
may apply.
Download 2008 application
Tall Awareness Scholarship
CCSD students who will be attending an accredited post secondar school in the fall and meet a minimum height requirement of
5'10" for
female students and 6'2" for male students may apply. Selection will be
based on height requirement, financial need, academic achievement, volunteer work, school activities, and service
to the community. All students chosen as semi-finalists must be available for
a personal interview and will be invited to attend te Tall Awareness Scholarship reception. A medical-doctor-confirmed verification must be provided to the selection committee at the time of the interview.
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2007 FIRST Championship - Terry Tantlinger Scholarship
Cimarron High School seniors with a minimum 3.25 GPA who participate in FIRST Robotics and plan to attend an accredited post-secondary college or university may apply for this scholarship.
Download 2008 application
Tarkanian Teacher Education Academy at Clark High School
(T.E.A.C.H.)
Teacher Education Academy at Clark High School (T.E.A.C.H.) seniors who are interested
in pursuing a degree in education at an accredited college or university may
apply for this scholarship. A minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA is required and the
student must be currently enrolled in the T.E.A.C.H. Educational Internship and
Seminar Course.
Download
2008 application
Sheila Tarr-Smith Memorial Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, as a full-time
student. Student's major must be related to public service. A minimum 3.4 unweighted
cumulative GPA is required. Students must also demonstrate community service
and financial need.
Download 2008 application
Judith Warner Memorial Scholarship
Rancho High school seniors who plan to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas,
as a full-time student beginning in the fall may apply for this scholarship.
A minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA is required and demonstrated financial
need is required.
Download 2008 application
Edwin F. Wiegand Science & Technology Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to pursue a degree in science, technology,
computer science, or a related field at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, or the University of Nevada, Reno,
may apply for this scholarship. Priority will be given to students who have
been involved with CyberCorps or CCSD's InterAct™ Online
Learning Community. Students must explain their career goal aspirations in
the essay portion of this application and demonstrate financial need. A minimum
3.0 cumulative GPA is required.
Download 2008 application
Williams Foundation Scholarship
CCSD seniors who plan to attend an accredited post-secondary institution for
which they meet entry level requirements may apply.
Download 2008 application
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