Dr. and Mrs. William A. Weathers and Betty B. Wyatt Memorial Scholarship
Annual, renewable scholarship created by Pike Central High School in memory of its former teacher, counselor and principal, Dr. William A. Weathers, his wife, and their friend Mrs. Betty B. Wyatt. Dr. William A. Weathers was born in Petersburg on October 14, 1912, and was a 1930 graduate of Petersburg High School and a 1934 graduate of Oakland City College. He spent his entire 42-year career in education at Petersburg High School and Pike Central High School and was active in civic and community affairs. Dr. Weathers retired from education in 1977 but remained involved with Pike County youth until his death in December 1998. Betty B. Wyatt was a teacher for more than 40 years. She and Dr. Weathers worked together as educators for many years. They were both members of the Petersburg Main Street Presbyterian Church, and they were friends.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School who have earned a varsity letter in any sport and are planning full-time enrollment in a post-secondary school program (four-year college, two-year college, technical or career college) in the fall immediately following graduation.
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on all sections of the application form and on the supplemental document(s).
Supplemental Requirements
Applicants must submit three letters of character reference from individuals who are unrelated to the applicant and who are not a Community Foundation board member-one from a coach, one from a Pike Central High School faculty member, and one from an individual of the applicant’s choosing.
Statement of Activities Outside School (not to exceed one double-spaced page).
Statement of Athletic Participation (not to exceed one typed page) describing positive impact of participation in athletics.
Official grade transcript.
Award Amount
$1,150
Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight
Renewal Details
May be renewable for a second year provided student maintains full-time enrollment. Renewal award amounts may differ from the original award. Click here for renewal application.
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