Application Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFFl9DvHR48btMURkSUhZIzD-02byvfVN2MW_LP5m0i92XFw/viewform?usp=sf_link
2024 Scholarship Offerings:
| 2024 Offerings on Application |
Amount |
Available Scholarships |
Details |
| Accounting & Finance |
$1000 to $2500 |
2 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Adult Transitions |
$1,000.00 |
1 |
For students in the Keller ISD (KCAL) Adult Transitions program. |
| Animation or Audio/Video Production or Graphic Design |
$1,500.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Architecture |
$1,500.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Automotive |
$1,250.00 |
2 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Brandon Salinas Engineering/Robotics Memorial Scholarship |
$1,000.00 |
1 |
Open to students who have completed a minimum of 3 CTE Engineering/robotics courses (minimum of a B average in each) and are continuing education in Engineering/Robotics. Students’ plans to obtain a career in this field should be clearly explained in the essay component of the application. |
| Business Management |
$2,500.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Construction or Welding or HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing |
$1500 to $2000 |
6 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Cosmetology |
$1,000.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Culinary Arts |
$1,000.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Cybersecurity |
$2,500.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Engineering |
$1000 to $1250 |
3 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Female Students in Engineering or Construction |
$2,500.00 |
2 |
This scholarship is for female students in the Engineering or Construction programs. Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the Engineering or Construction CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| GEARS |
$2500 to $5000 |
1 or 2 |
This scholarship is for students who have been active members of GEARS. Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the Engineering CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. 1-2 students will be awarded between $2500 and $5000. |
| Golden Triangle Rotary Club - Community Service Scholarship |
$2,000.00 |
1 |
Open to any CTE Student. Students must document and show a demonstrated record of community service with a minimum of 50 community service hours. |
| Graphic Design |
$1,000.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Health Science |
$1500 to $2500 |
4 |
Students must have completed or currently be enrolled in a Health Science practicum program to be eligible. Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Interior Design or Architecture |
$1,000.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Law Enforcement or Legal Studies |
$1,000.00 |
2 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Leslee Shepherd Excellence in CTE Scholarship |
$2,500.00 |
1 |
The applicant must exhibit outstanding performance in their CTSO by advancing to the State/National competition level and obtaining an Industry Based Certification. Applicants should be service-oriented and plan to continue their field of study in a post-secondary institution. This award is intended for a well-rounded CTE student who has completed a minimum of 3 CTE courses. |
| Marketing |
$2,500.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Outstanding CTE Student |
$1,000.00 |
2 |
Open to students who have completed a minimum of 3 CTE courses in their program of study (minimum of a B average in each), have been actively involved in their CTSO, have earned a certificate(s), or certification(s) related to their industry, and have been active in the community. Students must document achievements on the scholarship application. |
| Outstanding CTSO/Club Student (BPA, DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, FFA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, TAFE, TSA, Automotive Club, BBQ Team, Robotics) |
$1,000.00 |
2 |
Open to students who have completed a minimum of 3 CTE courses in any program of study (minimum of a B average in each), competed for at the state level, and show evidence of CTSO or Club involvement documented on their scholarship application. |
| STEM (Engineering, IT, Networking, Programming, Cybersecurity) |
$1000 to $1500 |
3 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Teaching and Training |
$1,000.00 |
1 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Trade or Technical School |
$6000 to $12000 |
1 or 2 |
1-2 Students will be awarded between $6000 and $12000. Students must be pursuing their education at a trade or technical school after graduation. Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
| Veterinary |
$1,000.00 |
3 |
Students must have completed a minimum of 3 courses in the respective CTE program of study with a minimum of a B average in each course. |
Scholarship Requirements and Information:
Keller ISD Career and Technical Education
Scholarship Application
2024
The Keller ISD CTE department is proud to announce the 2024 Scholarship opportunities for KISD Career and Technical Education students.
Scholarship Opening Day: March 1, 2024
Scholarship Submission Deadline: Sunday, March 31, 2024, 11:59 PM
Winner Posted on the Website: Week of April 22, 2024
Scholarship Awards: May 10, 2024, by invitation
Scholarship Scope:
To be considered, applicants must be Keller ISD high school seniors planning to attend an accredited four-year college or university, community or junior college, trade or technical school, continuing education program, or entering the workforce (for scholarships that apply).
Eligibility:
All KISD graduating seniors (unless otherwise noted in the scholarship listing), regardless of race, religion, or sex, are eligible for consideration upon submitting a completed application. Students should only apply for scholarships they qualify for based on the scholarship description. Students must have completed at least three (3) CTE courses in a Program of Study and maintain a B average in each (unless otherwise noted in the scholarship listing). Students should review all scholarship listings and determine which scholarships to apply for based on eligibility. Students may apply for up to 3 scholarships.
Award:
Scholarship payment will be sent directly to the student upon completing the Scholarship Request form with an attached receipt from the post-secondary institution that must equal or exceed the amount of the scholarship award. Scholarship fund requests must be made DIRECTLY to the Keller ISD CTE Department by July 1, 2024.
Scholarship Criteria:
Scholarship criteria considered will be character, citizenship, academic record, certifications, student organizations, financial need, career plan, and interview (if needed). If no applicants meet the scholarship criteria, the scholarship will not be awarded.
Scholarship Selection Committee:
The selection committee will comprise the Keller ISD Career and Technical Education Advisory Board members, Keller ISD Career and Technical Education Administration, and contributing donors if requested.
Procedure:
1. Review offerings:
a. Available scholarships will be listed on the CTE web page.
b. Students may apply for up to three scholarships if eligible based on the criteria listed.
2. To apply, the student will need the following:
a. A ONE-Page resume (upload on the application as a PDF) – multiple-page resumes will receive point deductions.
b. Current GPA average.
c. Household income as stated on their FAFSA
3. Students will apply through the Google web link at https://www.kellerisd.net/Page/8074 or by accessing the direct link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFFl9DvHR48btMURkSUhZIzD-02byvfVN2MW_LP5m0i92XFw/viewform?usp=sf
4. The scholarship selection committee will review the submitted applications and select applicants. Applicants may be asked for an interview. Students selected for an interview will be notified by phone or email with an appointment date and time.
5. The selection committee selects the recipient.
6. Recipient names will be posted the week of April 22, 2024, on the Keller ISD CTE Website: www.kellerisd.net > Departments > Career & Technical Education > Scholarships and Events or by accessing this link: https://www.kellerisd.net/Page/8074
7. Scholarship Awards honoring the student and donor(s) will be held May 10, 2024.
8. Scholarship recipients MUST submit the Scholarship Fund Request form through the Keller ISD CTE Department by July 1, 2024, and will be required to provide the following:
a. Completed Scholarship Fund Request form
b. Receipt of payment to the institution or Verified Enrollment
Additional Information:
1. Scholarships must be allocated for the 2024 school year and may not be held.
2. Scholarship requests must be submitted by October 1, 2024. IF NOT CLAIMED, SCHOLARSHIP WILL BE FORFEITED and made available for new students in the following years.
3. Scholarships will be paid out by The KISD CTE Booster Club.
Please submit all other questions to: bodie.carroll@kellerisd.net
