Joe and Libbie Dedman Scholarship
Annual scholarship created by Joe and Libbie Dedman to provide scholarship assistance to Pike Central High School students seeking post-secondary education.
Eligibility Criteria
Graduating seniors of Pike Central High School with a minimum 2.8 cumulative grade point average (4.0 scale) who are involved in school and community activities. Applicants must be planning to pursue post-secondary education at any accredited college, university, technical/vocational school, or a qualified apprenticeship program. Although not a requirement, preference will be given to cancer survivors or students with learning challenges (e.g. ADD, ADHD).
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on academic performance, level of participation in school and community activities, and letters of recommendation; preference given to cancer survivors or students with learning challenges (e.g. ADD, ADHD).
Supplemental Requirements
Two letters of recommendation from individuals unrelated to the applicant and who are not a Community Foundation board member.
Official grade transcript.
Award Amount
$2,210
Application Deadline
January 19, 2026 at Midnight
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