• Student Scholarships Available

    Special School District of St. Louis County is fortunate to partner with regional organizations that provide scholarship opportunities for our students. Over the years, many thousands of dollars have been donated to help SSD students take the next step in their education journey.

    Graduating seniors should consider applying for these scholarships that are exclusively available to students who receive SSD services and/or attend one of the District’s technical high schools. Each scholarship has specific requirements and applications must be completed online via the links below.

    SSD scholarship winners will be honored at the Commitment for Kids Banquet, scheduled for March 2, 2022.

     

    THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 17, 2021

     

    James E. Westbury Memorial Board of Education Scholarships

    The SSD Board of Education and other donors provide funds for scholarships each year to SSD students who plan to attend a college, university or post-secondary program. These scholarships are named in memory of James E. Westbury, who served on the SSD Board for many years and dedicated his life to the education of students throughout the St. Louis region.

    Scholarships are awarded to the students who best demonstrate the ability to define a goal and are preparing to achieve that goal.

    Recipients of this scholarship will be selected by members of the SSD Board. In most years, two students are selected for scholarships in the amount of $2,000. The funds will be paid directly to each student's college, university, or post-secondary program.

    Click here to apply for the James E. Westbury Scholarship.
     

    Bonhomme Lions Scholarships

    For many years, the Bonhomme Lions have donated funds for scholarships to SSD students. The organization selects students who have demonstrated strong character, high academic achievement, and participation in community service.

    Scholarship applications will be reviewed and recipients determined by the Bonhomme Lions Scholarship Committee. The scholarship recipients each typically receive $1,000 to be used toward education expenses at the recipient's chosen college, university, or post-secondary program. The scholarship amounts will depend on funds available.

    Click here to apply for the Bonhomme Lions Scholarship.
     

    Allison M. Haake Memorial Scholarship

    Established in 2008, the Allison M. Haake Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a qualifying SSD student each year. The scholarship was established in memory of Allison Marie Haake, a former SSD teacher assistant. Allison was an inspirational young woman who, at an early age, knew she wanted to make a career of working with children.

    Scholarship applications will be reviewed and a recipient determined by the Allison Haake family. The scholarship recipient will receive $2,000 to be used toward expenses at the recipient's chosen college, university, or post-secondary program.

    Apply here for the Allison M. Haake Memorial Scholarship.