Scholarships

1. All Petoskey Education Foundation scholarship applications are to be  submitted electronically to the [email protected] email address by April 10 and no later than 3:30 pm.  If you have questions please address them to the PEF email address above.

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3. The successful applicants will be notified either as in previous years at the Scholarship Awards Night, or by email or letter no later than the end of May.

The Petoskey Education Foundation awards the following scholarships to qualified graduating seniors.  The application for these scholarships is available by clicking on the individual scholarship. Completed applications for these scholarships must be returned electronically to the Petoskey Education Foundation email address, [email protected], no later than April 10.

John Newton Memorial Scholarship

One award of up to $3,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has excelled in an academically rigorous and well-rounded course of study, demonstrated leadership, character, service and will be attending an institution of higher education.

Jack and Dorothy Harris Liberal Arts Scholarship

One award of up to $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has excelled in an academically rigorous and well-rounded course of liberal arts study reflective of his/her career goal, demonstrated leadership, character, and will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.

Vera Jean and Marjorie Winnell Leadership Scholarship

One award of up to $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has excelled in an academically rigorous and well-rounded course of study reflective of his/her career goal, demonstrated leadership, character and will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.

Doris Reber Class of 1932 Scholarship

One award of up to $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA who will attend Michigan State University in one of the following majors: Nutritional Sciences, Child Development, Apparel and Textile Design, Human Development and Family Studies or Family Community Services.  Applicants for this scholarship MUST submit a letter from Michigan State University with their scholarship application that confirms their qualifying major.

Scholar/Athlete Scholarship

One award of up to $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has excelled in an academically rigorous and well-rounded course of study reflective of his/her career goal, been a member of any PHS athletic team and will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.

Fine Arts Scholarship

One award of up to $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has who has excelled in an academically rigorous and well-rounded course of study reflective of his/her career goal, participated in a fine arts programming and will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.

Science/Math Scholarship

One award of up to $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has excelled in an academically rigorous and well-rounded course of science and/or math study and will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.

Katharine B. Biggs Community Service Scholarship

One award of up to $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has excelled in an academically rigorous and well-rounded course of study reflective of his/her career goal, made a significant contribution to the community through service and will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.

William R. Todd/NCMC

One award of $500 to a PHS graduating senior with a minimum 2.5 GPA who will be attending North Central Michigan College starting in the fall semester. Applicants for this scholarship must submit a letter from North Central Michigan College confirming their acceptance. A student will be selected through collaboration with PHS school counselors which exemplifies these qualities. 

The Theresa Mayfield Scholarship

One award of $3,000 to any PHS graduating senior student that will attend North Central Michigan College (NCMC) to study nursing. This scholarship is in honor of a caregiver at an elder care facility who navigated the extra responsibilities during the COVID lockdown and made those in her care feel deeply loved despite the increase in her daily responsibilities.

Jim Kan Memorial Scholarship

One award of $2,000 to an outstanding PHS senior who has excelled in band and athletics, who embodies the Jim Kan spirit of community, humor and leadership and will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning.

Dr. Franklin D. Ronan Scholarship

Frank Ronan was Superintendent of Public Schools of Petoskey for 20 years.  1977-1996.  He was a Co- Founder of the Petoskey Education Foundation.

One award of up to $1,500 to an outstanding PHS senior with a minimum 3.25 GPA who will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning seeking an associate or bachelors degree. An ideal candidate will demonstrate determination in overcoming obstacles, dedication to pursuing their life goals, and be a student of high moral character. Special Consideration will be made to First Generation College Students.

Special Consideration will be made to First Generation College Students 

Petoskey Education Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships are awarded to qualified Petoskey High School students currently in the 9th, 10th or 11th grade who have an interest in furthering their education by taking summer instructional programs related to science, technology, music, leadership, debate, visual arts or other academic endeavors. Scholarships up to the amount of $500 each will be awarded to eligible students for summer study. The application for these scholarships is available by clicking on the underlined title/link below. Completed applications for this scholarship must be returned electronically to [email protected], no later than April 10.

PEF Undergraduate Scholarship Application

Undergraduate Scholarships are awarded to qualified PHS students currently in the 9th, 10th or 11th grade who have an interest in furthering their education by taking summer instructional programs related to science, technology, music, leadership, debate, visual arts or other academic endeavors. Scholarships up to the amount of $500 each will be awarded to eligible students for summer study. 

Jerry W. Hull Scholarship Application

The Jerry W. Hull scholarship is an award of $500.00 to one Petoskey High School student (currently in the 9th, 10th or 11th grade) who has an interest in STEM related summer instructional study. Students applying should demonstrate academic ability (minimum GPA of 3.5) in related coursework. Exceptions may apply for students with special needs or abilities who meet all other requirements.

PEF Middle School Scholarships

Petoskey Education Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships are awarded to qualified Petoskey Middle School students currently in the 6th, 7th or 8th grade who have an interest in furthering their education by taking summer instructional programs related to science, technology, music, leadership, debate, visual arts or other academic endeavors. Scholarships up to the amount of $500 each will be awarded to eligible students for summer study. The application for these scholarships is available by clicking on the underlined title/link above. Completed applications for this scholarship must be returned electronically to the Petoskey Education Foundation email address, [email protected], no later than April 10.