MC Scholarships 2026

Below you will find a link for a general scholarship application - this application is good for the local scholarships listed below.  The application needs to be downloaded as a PDF - do NOT open it using google docs.  The application will have descriptions of each of the scholarships below so you will know if you are eligible to apply.  

Please note:  There are other local scholarships that use SEPARATE APPLICATIONS which is why you must check the blog for updates.  As soon as I receive notice of a scholarship, I will post it to the blog.  We are blessed to live in a such a supportive community that provides these scholarship opportunities for you so make sure to take advantage of it!

Alford-Hardin Masonic Lodge 925

Alpha Rho – Alpha Delta Kappa  

Don Buffington Memorial

Calvert City Mason Lodge #543

Jesse and Lola Collier

Coy Brooks Creason Memorial

Gary & Lily Fields Scholarship

Kerry & Kevin Filbeck Memorial

William S. Heath Scholarship Fund

Charles Hensley Memorial

Burnett Holland Memorial

Woodrow & Lois Holland Memorial

Kiwanis Club

Jerry F. Lovett Memorial

MCHS Athletic Foundation

Marshall County Education Association

Marshall County Food Service

Marshall Co Soil & Water Conservation District

Steve Martin Memorial

Janet McCrory Memorial

Buddy Poe Memorial

Frank Waggoner Memorial

Jenny Waters Nursing Scholarship

Claude Butler Jr. Memorial

Robert Goheen Memorial

Dalton Vaughn Memorial

Leisha Vaughn Memorial

Cassidy Greer

Due back to Mrs. Boone by March 6, 2026

You will want to download the application as a PDF

DO NOT OPEN IT IN GOOGLE DOCS

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION

The Cirkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship

  The Cirkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship – $2,500

• Award Amount: $2,500 (sent directly to the student)

• Deadline:  March 31st, 2026

• Application URL: www. https://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/

• Application Process: Apply on the above URL.

   

Eligibility: Any student in Grades 9–12

•  No GPA requirement

•  No income restrictions

•  No essay required

WKU ROTC Scholarship

 

CTE Pathways Video Skit Contest — Scholarship Opportunity!

 🎬 CTE Pathways Video Skit Contest — Scholarship Opportunity! 🎓

Are you a creative storyteller with a knack for video production? Do you want to win a scholarship while showcasing the power of Career and Technical Education (CTE)?

We’re awarding two scholarships — one for a high school student(s) and one for a college student(s) — to the creators of the most unique and engaging commercial video skit!

🎥 Contest Theme:

Have you seen Cobra Kai? There is a scene at the end of the show where students are receiving guidance on future possibilities. It could be interpreted from this guidance that students that have struggled in high school should only consider the trade schools, like a form of punishment for not performing well in high school. The scene could further be interpreted that some jobs and paths are lesser than others and a route towards failure. In response to this, KACTE would like to see what could have happened after this scene.

Create a short commercial-style video skit script featuring a school counselor who faces a series of real-life challenges — from car troubles to housing issues to financial dilemmas. The twist? Each problem is solved by hiring skilled professionals who followed CTE pathways — and they’re earning top dollar for their expertise!

Your skit should highlight:

• The value of CTE careers and pride in the chosen career

• The importance of skilled trades and technical education

• How CTE professionals solve everyday problems — and get paid well doing it!

🏆 Prizes:

• 1 High School Student Winner: $1000 Scholarship

• 1 College Student Winner: $1000 Scholarship

📅 Deadline:

Submit your video script by February 27th, 2026

📜 Rules:

• Open to current high school and college students

• Video length: 1–3 minutes

• Must be original content

• Must clearly demonstrate the impact of CTE careers

• Must be in a student or group of students in a CTE Career Pathway or Major

📩 How to Enter:

Send your script submission to Kiley.Whitaker@jefferson.kyschools.us
Include your name, school, grade/year, CTE pathway/major and contact information.

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Get creative. Get inspired. Have fun and show the world how CTE changes lives — and win a scholarship while you're at it!

CTE Pathways Video Skit Script Contest – Scoring Rubric

Each category is scored on a 1–3 scale: 

1 = Needs Improvement | 2 = Meets Expectations | 3 = Excellent

Category	Score 1	Score 2	Score 3	Judge Score
Creativity	Needs Improvement: Lacks originality; concept is predictable or unclear.	Meets Expectations: Shows some creativity; storyline is moderately engaging.	Excellent: Highly original and innovative; storyline is compelling and unique.
Completeness	Needs Improvement: Missing key contest requirements or unclear theme.	Meets Expectations: Meets most requirements; theme is present but could be stronger, lacks details on spoken lines.	Excellent: Fully meets all requirements; theme is clear and well-executed, script is complete with all roles, speaking lines and scenes.
Fun Factor	Needs Improvement: Video script is dull or fails to hold attention.	Meets Expectations: Some entertaining elements; moderately engaging.	Excellent: Highly entertaining and enjoyable; keeps audience engaged throughout.
CTE Value	Needs Improvement: Minimal reference to CTE careers or unclear impact.	Meets Expectations: Highlights CTE careers but lacks strong emphasis.	Excellent: Clearly demonstrates CTE career value, well-paying jobs, need for CTE students and real-world impact.

Total Score: ____ / 12

2026 Independence Bank Scholarship Program

 

At Independence Bank, we believe access to higher education can change lives. In 2025, we awarded more than $140,000 to over 70 graduating seniors, and since 2001, we've invested more than $1.9 million in students across our communities. This year, we're proud to surpass the $2 million milestone, and we couldn't do this without the support of educators like you who help connect students with meaningful opportunities! 

Our scholarship program is designed to support students who demonstrate both a financial need and a strong sense of purpose. Our team is interested in applicants' goals, aspirations, where they come from, and who they are. Each student will be asked to type an essay, as well as submit their high school GPA, ACT scores, financial need, extracurricular activities, and volunteer tasks. 

Applications may be completed online at www.1776bank.com/scholarships, and all applicants will be notified of their status via email in April. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at scholarships@1776bank.com or reach out to your nearest Independence Bank location. 

The Independence Bank Scholarship Team

270.686.1776

www.1776bank.com

Applicants must:

• be a high school senior
• lives or attends school in one of the following counties: Calloway, Daviess, Fayette, Franklin, Graves, Hancock, Henderson, Hopkins, Jefferson, Logan, McCracken, McLean, Shelby, Warren, Webster
• homeschooled students are eligible to apply
• plan to attend a 2 year or 4 year college or university, vocation school or trade school

DEADLINE FEBRUARY 24, 2026

**While Marshall is not listed as an eligible school, many of you might be eligible based on where you live so make sure to check that out before applying.**

KRTL Scholarship 2026

 

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY

WKRECC Scholarship Program 2026

West Kentucky Rural Electric Cooperative is proud to support education with the WKRECC Scholarship Program. Each year the Co-op awards eight $1,000 academic scholarships and four vocational/technical school scholarships, to deserving member-students. To be eligible for the program, you must be a high school senior in good standing and your parent or guardian must be a member of and receive electric service from West Kentucky RECC at their principle residence. See the scholarship application for more details.

Enrollment is now open for our 2026 WKRECC Scholarship. 

2026 Academic Scholarship Application

2026 Vocational Scholarship Application

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS MARCH 2 

RETURN THE COMPLETED APPLICATION TO MRS. BOONE

IT'Z ALL SPORTS ANTI BULLYING & SUICE PREVENTION SCHOLARSHIP 2026

Applications are available in Mrs. Boone's office.  The scholarship is worth $500.  Requires completed application and one page essay focusing on anti-bullying, suicide prevention, and impact of mental health in schools.  Deadline is February 4, 2026

This deadline has been changed to February 23, 2026

Return completed applications to Mrs, Boone

KYTC CIVIL ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP / 2026-2027

 The deadline is 2/1/2026.  Applications need to be received &/or postmarked by 2/1/26.

 

 

Interested in civil engineering or construction management?  

 

We offer scholarship opportunities to students who are interested in pursuing Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology & Construction Management.

 

Applications may now be submitted for the upcoming 2026-2027 year.  Students who are chosen for the Civil Engineering or Construction Management program can receive up to $59,200* (before taxes) and those chosen for Civil Engineering Technology can receive up to $14,800* (before taxes).  We also provide summer employment & full-time employment after graduation.  (*depending on the # of years in school)

 

Students must attend UK, UL, or WKU for Civil Engineering  /  NKU, EKU, WKU, Morehead State, & Murray State for Construction Management / BSCTC for Civil Engineering Technology

 

Areas of interest include:

 

Right of Way & Utilities  /  Environmental Analysis  /  Planning

Highway & Structural Design  /  Geotech  /  Construction

Materials  /  Maintenance  /  Traffic Operations

Administration

 

Deadline to apply:  February 1, 2026

 

APPLICATIONS CAN BE EMAILED TO:  KYTC.SCHOLARSHIPS@KY.GOV

 

For more info, please contact:

Marianne Sullivan

502-782-4970

Marianne.sullivan@ky.gov

 

https://transportation.ky.gov/Education/Pages/default.aspx

Racer Nation Orientation 2026

 

National DAR Scholarship Opportunities

 

Shaping Brighter Futures

Each year the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) awards multiple scholarships to students showing dedication to the pursuit of higher education. DAR awards scholarships for students pursuing an education in history, economics, law, political science, medicine, nursing, occupational and physical therapy, elementary and secondary education, chemistry, math, science and English.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

The following criteria apply to all scholarship applicants:

• Applicants must be citizens of the United States.
• Applicants must attend or plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States.
• All multi-year scholarships, typically renewable up to four years, must be for consecutive years of attendance.
• Awards are based on academic excellence, commitment to the field of study, and/or financial need, or other restrictions on specific scholarships.
• Awards are placed on deposit with the recipient’s college or university and any unused portion shall be returned to the DAR.
• Applicants are only eligible to receive one national scholarship from the DAR Scholarship Committee.

The DAR Scholarship Committee Has an Online Submission Process
DAR is pleased to announce all students applying for scholarships offered by the DAR Scholarship Committee will submit their applications using the online application portal below.  Emailed or mailed applications will no longer be accepted, unless applying for the Margaret Howard Hamilton Scholarship. 

 Deadline:  January 31, at 11:59 pm (Hawaii Time).

Questions? Contact: scholarships@nsdar.org