The Susan McElroy Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a graduate of Hiawatha High School who is enrolled in a university, college, community college, or trade school. Financial need, academic achievement, community involvement, and work history will be considered. The Susan McElroy Memorial Scholarship began in 2012 in memory of Susan by her husband Norval McElroy. Susan worked as a paraprofessional for 20 years at Hiawatha Elementary School and was the Hiawatha Aquatic Park manager for 15 years. Recipients are Ashlynn Henry & Abigail Lowe
Citizens State Bank and Trust Scholarship is given to a graduating senior from Hiawatha High School who will be attending Highland Community College. Selection of the recipient is made by members of the Citizen’s State Bank. This year, the Citizen’s State Bank Scholarship is awarded to Athena Garza.
Kiley Ramey lost her life in a car accident while a student at Hiawatha High School. The Kiley Ramey Memorial Scholarship was put in place by Gary and Linda Ramey in remembrance of their daughter. Kiley’s scholarship emphasizes service to others. Mrs. Kiley was known for wearing her heart on her sleeve. She always wanted to help the kids that were bullied in school and encourage others to “Be bold, be courageous, be your best!” ** The year’s award goes to Raven Stroud.
The Brown County Farm Bureau Scholarship is awarded to students of Farm Bureau families with paid membership in Brown County. They are given to students who will be enrolling in a four-year college, junior college or vo-tech for the upcoming fall semester. This year's recipient is Jocelyn Dvorak.
Chapter HU PEO Scholarship
Awarded to select graduating females who will be attending a college or university. This year’s recipients are:
ASHLYNN HENRY in memory of Alice Sloan
MAKAYLA PILCHER in memory of Euna Vaye Brant
NICOLE STUEVE in memory of Betty Casselman
Hiawatha District Education Association
For many years, the Hiawatha District Education Association has awarded a scholarship to a deserving senior who shows an interest in majoring in education. This year’s recipient is Ethan Pruitt.
Genevieve Strahan was a lifelong resident of Brown County. She graduated from Hamlin High School in 1929 and attended college at Washburn University and Emporia State Teachers’ College, graduating in 1933. She was a long time public school teacher and administrator. The 2021 Genevieve Strahan Scholarship is awarded to Ethan Pruitt.
The Phyllis Jeanne Byer Kidwell Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior attending full time at any post-secondary school. This year's recipient is Raven Stroud.
The Deputy Todd Widman Memorial Scholarship is given in honor and remembrance of the ultimate sacrifice made by Brown County Deputy Todd Michael Widman, a 1997 graduate of Hiawatha High School. Deputy Widman gave his life for the citizens in Brown County in 2001. This year’s recipient are: Austin Coffelt, Abigail Lowe, Cynthia Law and Makayla Pilcher.
The Kiwanis Club Scholarship is offered to area Hiawatha students who are incoming freshmen to a college in Kansas. This year’s recipients are:
Mithcell Bryan, Ethan Pruitt, Katherine Madsen and Ashlynn Henry.
Agriculture Future of America Scholarship
The AFA Scholarship was first awarded in the Hiawatha area in 2001. The purpose of A.F.A. is to serve as a catalyst in the preparation of a new generation of agriculture leaders. It seeks out the most talented young people dedicated to becoming leaders in the field of agriculture. This scholarship is made possible by individuals and companies in our area who believe in the goals of A.F.A. and is awarded to seniors who are seeking a 4-year degree in the field related to agriculture. This year’s award winner is Jocelyn Dvorak.
Jade Millwrights is a local company, founded in 2005 by father and son, both Hiawatha High School graduates. This scholarship was established to give back to the community that supports them. Their goal is to continue to provide locally talented employees with respect and admiration to prosper in their professional and personal lives. They value education, hard work, and dedication. Most of their employees are in the Hiawatha School District. This year’s recipients are: Nathan Wright, Caitlyn Monhollon, Mitchell Bryan and Alexander Moreno.
Paul A. & Daisy E. Schuneman Scholarship was created to benefit graduates of U.S.D. #415, who plan to study in the fields of education, health care, or a vocational trade. Paul and Daisy lived very conservatively and left their entire estate to the Hiawatha Community. This year's recipients are: Ashlynn Henry, Brenna Diller, Alex Rockey, Morgan Hurn, Katherine Madsen, Jack Rosa, Raven Stroud, Trinidee Gifford, Jocelyn Dvorak, Cynthia Law, Ethan Pruitt, Abigail Lowe, Claire Geiger, Mitchell Bryan.
State Farm Community Involvement Scholarship Present by Ryan Meininger, State Farm Agent is intended to reward a history of community involvement for a deserving senior, with plans to pursue any form of post-secondary education or training, with consideration to participation in extracurricular activities, community clubs or other active groups that benefit the community, as well as individual experience serving the community, along with overall personal academic success. This year the committee decided to honor four recipients: Brenna Diller, Trent Kolb, Alex Rockey & Makayla Pilcher.
The Edna Mae Schmitt Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate high moral character, integrity, self-discipline, self-motivation and demonstrate desire and promise with average academic ability. Recipients must be graduates of USD 430 South Brown County or USD 415 Hiawatha. Students living in Powhattan City & within the original Powhattan School District have priority. This year's recipients are Zoe Fix and Ethan Pruitt.
Kansas Honors Scholars
Each fall the top 10% of the graduating class are recognized as Kansas Honors Scholars by the Kansas University Alumni Association. Recognized for this honor are Mitchell Bryan, Brenna Diller, Jocelyn Dvorak, Claire Geiger, Ashlynn Henry, Katherine Madsen, Ethan Pruitt, Alex Rockey and Nathan Wright.
Senior Vocalist Award
Brenna Diller
Dylan Sample
Senior Artists of the Year
The Senior Artist of the Year Award is based on a devotion to art, quality of artwork, and involvement in art events. This year’s recipients are Athena Garza and Raven Stroud.
The Senior Musician Award
Raven Stroud & Jack Rosa
This year, Hiawatha High School is proud to announce that there are 15
Curriculum Completers in the Graduating Class of 2021. Please join us in congratulating these students on all their hard work and this remarkable achievement!
"Hiawatha High School offers their sincere apologies to Morgan Hurn, Abigail Lowe, Makayla Pilcher, and Dylan Sample for inadvertently omitting their names for recognition in Friday nights awards ceremony and Sunday's graduation ceremony. Hiawatha High School extends their congratulations to all students on their hard work and dedication toward their future success."
