Rev. Dr. Damon D. & Mary E. Laaker Scholarship Fund

The Rev. Dr. Damon D. & Mary E. Laaker Scholarship Fund

Purpose:

To provide a scholarship for an Omaha Public Schools senior from North, Central, or South High Schools, who demonstrates a strong work ethic and compassion for others.

Amount:

$500

Selection Criteria:

Character/Citizenship
Minimum GPA 2.75/Self-motivated
Financial Need
Short essay (250-500 words) "How I plan to use my education to benefit society."

Selection Process:

One student to be nominated by each school.
Selection to be made by sponsors.
Sponsors will want to meet with recipient.

Past Recipients:

Bridget Murphy (North), 2006.

Elizabeth Dum (Central), 2005.

Administered by:

Omaha Schools Foundation