Saturday, March 7, 2026

MC Hospital 2026 Health Careers Senior Scholarship

 

Deadline date is April 20th

Submissions are to be sent to:  Tiffany.Tubbs@marshallhospital.net


Friday, March 6, 2026

REED FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP 2026

 The Reed Foundation Scholarship is open to any graduating senior pursuing a vocational/technical program at West Kentucky Community and Technical College or Lincoln College of Technology in Nashville.


Due Back to Mrs. Boone - March 30


Click Here to Download the Application 

A printer is available in my office if you need it

Westlake Engineering Scholarship Program 2026

 


Eligibility

The Westlake Chemical Corporation will award two (2) college scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year at area high schools (Caldwell, Calloway, Christian Fellowship, Graves, Livingston, Lyon, Marshall, Mayfield, McCracken, Murray, Paducah Tilghman, St. Mary).  Each scholarship award is a one-time grant of $1,000 to help cover the cost of higher education.   Payments are made directly to the recipient upon adequate proof of enrollment.

 

To be eligible applicants must:

  • be a 2026 candidate for high school graduation,
  • have at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale),
  • have a composite ACT score of at least a 23 or above OR a composite SAT score of at least 1500, and

·        plan to major in Engineering at an accredited institution of higher learning.


Rules

 

  • The local Westlake management shall select an awards committee to review all application materials and select the scholarship recipients.
  • The award committee will give consideration only to applicants planning to major in Engineering.
  • Recipients should enter any accredited college or university no later than the fall semester following high school graduation.
  • Application and information must be postmarked by April 17, 2026 or hand delivered by that date to the plant in Calvert City. 
  • Applicants must provide two (2) letters of recommendation, one from a school official and one personal (non-relative) reference.
  • Applicants must submit an essay, not to exceed 300 words, about their reasons for pursuing their career choice.
  • Applicants must submit an official school transcript of grades and an official record of ACT and/or SAT scores.
  • The award committee will make the final determination on all cases concerning the interpretation of these rules.  All applications become the property of Westlake Chemical Corporation and will not be returned.

 

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION


Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Monday, March 2, 2026

Hagan Foundation Scholarships Spring Application 2026

 

The Hagan Scholarships

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate college debt-free. Parents 2024 Adjusted Household Income must not have exceeded $125,000. The scholarship provides $2,000 to help pay for essential items to attend college and up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters. Free workshops, Free Schwab Brokerage Accounts, and Free Study Abroad provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Hagan Scholars have attended 754 colleges and universities located in 50 states and the District of Columbia, and have studied abroad in 64 countries.



Application Deadline March 15, 2026

Kentucky Manufactured Housing Institute Scholarship 2026

 


As part of KMHI’s commitment to supporting education and fostering student success, we are pleased to offer several scholarship opportunities for the 2026 cycle. 

Scholarship Details

·          Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

   

  • Five (5) $1,000 scholarships are available for individuals enrolled or enrolling in technical centers, trade schools, or apprenticeship programs within the construction industry.

· Two (2) $1,000 scholarships are available for graduating high school seniors, GED recipients, or current college or technical school students who reside in modular, manufactured, or mobile homes.


·          Winners will be announced in May.

Additional information, including application instructions, can be found on our website at kmhi.org/scholarship-opportunities.

Students can access the: ONLINE APPLICATION HERE

WKCTC - Team Launch Program

 


Team LAUNCH

Team Launch is a free, grant-funded program at WKCTC designed to help young adults build skills, earn credentials, and launch careers.

We work with individuals ages 18–24 who face barriers such as low income, legal issues, disabilities (mental, physical, or learning), lack of a high school diploma, or other challenges. Our goal is simple: connect you to training, support, and real work opportunities so you can take the next step toward a stable career.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

Sunday, March 1, 2026

MC Republican Women Pat & Bobby Cole Scholarship Application 2026

 



CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION

**They did drop off a few hard copies if you want to drop by my office to get one of those**

Applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2026

Saturday, February 28, 2026

2026 Third Place Ministries - Susan and David Atkinson Scholarship Application





American Legion Auxiliary Unit 236 Calvert City Scholarship 2026

 


The America Leion Auxiliary will award two $500 scholarships to two graduating high school students, any Marshall County School.  Applicants must complete the following criteria:

  • the qualifying student must be a relative of a veteran
  • the student must be in good standing academically and graduating in the 2026 school year.  Home schooled students are eligible
  • the student must be planning to attend a two-or four-year institution or vocational school
  • the student must include a 250-500 word essay about themselves, including their goals and ambitions
  • the student must include a 250-500 word essay from one of the subjects listed below:
  •     A:  What is a veteran and what role have veterans played in our freedom?
  •     B:  In your opinion, what is a Hero?  Should our veterans be considered Heroes and Why?
  • the student must include 2 letters of reference from a teacher, school official, civic leader, or clergy

Applications must be postmarked no later than 11:59 PM on Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Applications will not be accepted after that date.  Hand delivered applications will not be accepted

Mailing address is on scholarship application 

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION

Friday, February 27, 2026

River Valley Ag Credit Scholarship Program 2026

 



River Valley AgCredit will award a total of $7,500 in scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year for the West Region and a total of $7,500 in scholarship for the 2024-2025 school year for the East Region. 

Scholarships will be awarded to incoming freshmen enrolled in an agricultural curriculum at an accredited university in each area designated, as well as students currently enrolled in an agricultural curriculum at an accredited university in each area designated. The committee has the authority to designate the scholarships as they deem necessary. 

  • In the West Region, one of these scholarships will be named the “Eldon Heathcott” Scholarship and will require the applicant be attending Murray State University.
  • Another scholarship will be named the “David Leonard” Memorial Scholarship.

Listed below are the criteria for eligibility:

  1. Applicants much be enrolled in an agricultural curriculum at an accredited university.
  2. Applicants cannot be an immediate family member of an employee and/or director.
  3. Applicants must be the primary resident of one of the following counties:
    1. Kentucky Counties of – Graves, Carlisle, Hickman, Fulton, Ballard, McCracken, Calloway, or Marshall
    2. Tennessee Counties of – Hamilton, Rhea, Marion, Bradley, Polk, Bledsoe, Sequatchie, McMinn, Meigs, Monroe, Roane, or Loudon
  4. We will award up to $7,500 in each region to either incoming college freshmen or college students of which are enrolled in an Agricultural curriculum at an accredited university.
  5. High School students (Incoming College Freshman) recipients must attend their High School’s Awards Ceremony to receive their scholarship award.

Each award will be a one-time scholarship. The scholarship is to be used to pay education-related expenses and will be issued in the form of a check payable to the university of which the student is attending. 
Students may apply every year they are eligible.

Applications must be received at the River Valley AgCredit Administrative Office on or before March 13, 2026.




Wednesday, February 25, 2026

WKCTC Class Registration 2026


WKCTC will be here on March 9 for class registration.  They will register students for summer classes and/or fall classes.

Use this LINK to sign up for an advising appointment and save yourself a trip to campus since they are bringing their advising team to us.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Kentucky Federation of Republican Women (KFRW) Scholarship 2026

The Kentucky Federation of Republican Women grants a $1,500.00 scholarship to a college-bound high school senior girl who has been politically active within the Republican Party. The qualified applicant will graduate from a Kentucky high school in 2026, is or will be a registered Republican, and plans to enroll at an accredited college or university in Kentucky.

  • The complete application will include the following:
  • Completed application form, all pages
  • A one-page typed essay about a Republican woman you admire or who has influenced your life and why
  • An official copy of your high school transcript, which may be mailed separately
  • Two letters of recommendation

The completed application and all documents (including essay, transcript and letters of recommendation) must be mailed with a postmark no later than Monday, March 30, 2026, to:

Patty Harman

KFRW Scholarship Chair

134 Paul Revere Drive

Georgetown, KY 40324

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION


 


Project Graduation Meeting February 2026

 

Message from Mrs. Nelson 

There is a project grad meeting on Wednesday, the 25th, at 5:00 pm in the cafeteria

Any questions contact Mrs. Nelson - meleah.nelson@marshall.kyschools.us

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Mediacom Job Opportunities

Mediacom, one of the nation’s leading broadband providers.

Founded in 1995, Mediacom has grown to serve over 3 million customers across 22 states. We are a great opportunity for students looking to launch a stable, rewarding career right out of school.

Why Mediacom?

  • Full-time positions with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K)
  • Education reimbursement and ongoing training
  • Employee discounts
  • Advancement opportunities



Tuesday, February 10, 2026

AP Information from Mrs. Burnham

 This week Mrs. Burnham will be visiting all spring AP classes to discuss the upcoming AP exam registration for spring courses.  Registration for those AP exams began 2/9 and runs through 3/6.  

If you have any questions please contact her at, 270-527-1453 jennifer.burnham@marshall.kyschools.us 

This is the handout given during the class visit:





2026 Propeller Club of Paducah Scholarship Information




APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN APRIL 10, 2026

COMPANY LIST
ACBOMARINE SOLUTIONS
AMERICAN COMMERCIAL BARGE LINEMARINE SYSTEMS INC
AMERICAN VULKANMARQUETTE TRANSPORTATION
ARTCOMCMURRY & LIVINGSTON
BARGE TRANSFER SERVICESMIDWEST TERMINAL
BARNES MARINE SERVICE, LLCMIKE'S INC
BIG RIVER PROPELLERMONITORING & CONTROL SOLUTIONS
BOYD CATMORAN ENVIRONMENTAL RECOVERY
BOYD COMPANYNATIONAL MAINTENANCE
BRB SOLUTIONS, LLCPADUCAH FIRE DEPT.
BRENNAN MARINEPADUCAH MCCRACKEN CO. CONV. & EXPO
CAMPBELL TRANSPORTATION COMPANYPADUCAH RIGGING
CGB WATERFRONT SERVICESPADUCAH-MCCRACKEN RIVERPORT
CROUNSE CORPORATIONPETTER SUPPLY
DONOVAN MARINEPINE BLUFF SAND & GRAVEL
E3 ENVIRONMENTALRELIANT MARITME
FABICK CATRIVER DISCOVERY CENTER
FITZGERALD MARINE & REPAIRROSE POINT NAVIGATION
FOUR RIVERS MARINE SIGNAGEROYAL BRASS AND HOSE
G&C MULTI SERVICESRUSHING MARINE
GL POWERSEAMENS CHURCH
HENRY A. PETTER SUPPLYTENNESSEE VALLEY TOWING
HINES FURLONG LINETHE MILLER LAW FIRM PLLC
HUB INTERNATIONALTHE WATERWAYS JOURNAL
INGRAM BARGE COMPANYTHERMAL CONTROL
JAMES MARINE, INC.TRIANGLE ENTERPRISES
JMS RUSSEL METALS CORPTVIB
JOHN W. STONE OIL DISTRIBUTOR, LCCWATERWAYS COUNCIL, INC.
KARL SENNERWATERWAYS JOURNAL
LABORDE PRODUCTSWEST PADUCAH COMMUNITY & TECH. COLLEGE
LEE ENGINEERINGWESTERN RIVERS BOAT MGMT
M D MARSHALL ENT/PADUCAH BARGEWHITLOW,ROBERTS, HOUSTON & STRAUB
MARINE INDUSTRIAL GEARSWOLF ISLAND MARINE, LLC

Thursday, February 5, 2026

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