Sponsored Scholarships

The Lynchburg City Schools Education Foundation is honored to manage a wide array of sponsored scholarships to recognize academic excellence and provide financial support for students who will be continuing their education after high school.

From the $15,000 Excellence in Science Scholarship that recognizes a top science or engineering student, to significant scholarships that help students interested in career technical programs, community sponsors are committed to our students.  Other areas of scholarships include: medicine, nursing or dentistry; community service; leadership; and a demonstrated ability to overcome adversity.

Businesses and civic groups are invited to sponsor scholarships and can identify their preferred eligibility requirements for qualification. For more information on scholarship sponsorship, please contact LCS Education Foundation, Inc. at (434) 515-5081 or [email protected].

The following scholarships are currently available:

• Excellence in Science Scholarship
• Mary Catherine and Robert Weldon Carr, Sr. Memorial Scholarship
• E. C. Glass Principal's Award for Outstanding Citizenship & Public Service
• Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation Scholarship
• James Howard Scholarship
• MH Masonry & Associates Scholarship
• Orthodontic Arts Scholarship
• Taylor Brothers of Lynchburg Scholarship
• Stacy Knight Westgate Scholarship

Award Eligibility Criteria

• This award is available to seniors who will graduate from either E. C. Glass High School or Heritage High School.
• The student must be on track to receive an advanced studies high school diploma.
• The student must have completed a minimum of four advanced level science and four advanced level math courses prior to their senior year.
• The student must possess a Grade Point Average of 3.8 or higher.
• The student must be planning to enter a science or engineering related field of study (computer sciences, engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, etc.) at a college or university with an accredited science or engineering curriculum within the United States.
• The award is only valid while the student is enrolled in a science or engineering related field of study (computer sciences, engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, etc.) at a college or university with an accredited science or engineering curriculum within the United States.
• The student should have demonstrated interest in science or engineering with recent awards, projects, and/or achievements in science or engineering related fields.
• Any finalist for this award must participate in an interview with a division-level selection committee.

Selection Process

Interested students must submit ALL of the following items to be considered:

1. A completed application which includes contact information, high school math and science course information, a listing of activities/programs with leadership involvement, science or engineering related research/study, and science or engineering related honors/recognitions.
2. A letter of interest (two pages or less). The letter should contain a brief explanation of interest in science or engineering, plans for a college major, career goals, and how they plan to contribute to the science or engineering field of their choice.
3. Two letters of recommendation from the student’s choice of teachers, administrators, employers, or individuals with significant knowledge of the student’s experience and involvement in science or engineering related activities.
4. A third letter of recommendation from a recent or current school counselor.
5. Responses to 3 short-answer questions (150-250 words) that allows the candidate to share additional information with the review committee. 

Award

• The award will be presented to the Lynchburg City Schools’ top senior science or engineering student as determined by the above criteria.
• The student will be selected by April 1st of the academic school year.
• The total award will be $15,000.
• The Lynchburg City Schools Education Foundation, Inc. will serve as the fiscal agent and will distribute the award over a four-year time period with an installment of $1,875 each semester.
• The scholarship applies to tuition, books, and fees.
• The student will be recognized during the Senior Honors Awards Assembly.

Applications are available at the LCS Common Application Portal. The application deadline is Wednesday, February 29, 2024.

Financial assistance to African American students graduating from either E. C. Glass High School or Heritage High School.

• Four $1000 scholarships for students attending a four-year college or university. 
• Two $500 scholarships for students attending a two-year college or entering into a trade school or receiving a certificate.

Recipients will also receive a new Chromebook. 

Carr Memorial Scholarship Application (Four-Year College)

Carr Memorial Scholarship Application (Two-Year College or Certificate Program)

Four-Year College or University Qualifications

• The applicant must be African American.
• The applicant must need financial assistance.
• The applicant must be of good character and citizenship.
• The applicant must have a GPA of at least 2.0.
• The applicant must submit an accurate and complete application.
• The applicant must be accepted by a four-year college or university.
• The applicant must submit a completed Mary Catherine and Robert Weldon Carr, Sr. Memorial Scholarship School Counselor Form in a sealed envelope from their school counselor.
• The applicant must submit two letters of recommendation.
  • One letter from a community service organization, extra curricula organization, etc.
  • One academic letter from a teacher.
• The applicant must submit a 300 to 350 word typed essay that meets the following criteria:
  • Who you are?
  • What makes you unique?
  • What are your aspirations for the future?
  • How will what you study in college relate to your aspirations for your future goals?
  • How will this scholarship for financial need help you to attain your goals?
  • Note: The essay will be judged on applicant’s unique ideas, organization, use of descriptive language, revealing of a unique personality, and correctness of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Two-Year College or Certificate Program Qualifications

• The applicant must be African American.
• The applicant must need financial assistance.
• The applicant must be of good character and citizenship.
• The applicant must have a GPA of at least 2.0.
• The applicant must submit an accurate and complete application.
• The applicant must be accepted by a two-year college or a certificate training program for specialized trade.
• The applicant must submit a completed Mary Catherine and Robert Weldon Carr, Sr. Memorial Scholarship School Counselor Form in a sealed envelope from their school counselor.
• The applicant must submit two letters of recommendation.
  • One letter from a community service organization, extra curricula organization, etc.
  • One academic letter from a teacher.
• The applicant must submit a 300 to 350 word typed essay that meets the following
  criteria:
  • Who you are?
  • What makes you unique?
  • What are your aspirations for the future?
  • How will what you study in college relate to your aspirations for your future goals?
  • How will this scholarship for financial need help you to attain your goals?
  • Note: The essay will be judged on applicant’s unique ideas, organization, use of descriptive language, revealing of a unique personality, and correctness of grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is nominated by the principal of E. C. Glass High School (ECG) in recognition of the student’s outstanding citizenship and public service. Made possible by James "Rocky" Query (ECG Class of 1973).

Financial assistance to one student graduating from E. C. Glass High School and one from Heritage High School who plans to continue their education at an accredited college or university.

Any senior at E. C. Glass or Heritage High School who has been involved in community service may apply. Any student applying for a scholarship must enter an accredited college or university in the fall following graduation. Applications are available at the LCS Common Application Portal. The application deadline is February 15th.

$500 scholarships will be awarded to two students showing outstanding community involvement.

Scholarship applications should include:

• Academic transcript (including PSAT/SAT or ACT scores if available)
• One (1) letter of recommendation from high school administrators/faculty
• One (1) personal character reference letter from a community leader, clergy or applicant’s work supervisor
• Volunteer verification documentation

Students interested in pursuing this scholarship may contact their scholarship coordinator for more information.

This $500 scholarship is designated to a college bound Heritage High School football player who has been recommended by his coach and approved by a selection committee.

Financial assistance to one student graduating from E. C. Glass High School and one from Heritage High School who plans to continue their education at an accredited college or university.

Any senior at E. C. Glass or Heritage High School who has been involved in community service may apply. Any student applying for a scholarship must enter an accredited college or university in the fall following graduation. Applications are available at the LCS Common Application Portal. The application deadline is February 15th.

$500 scholarships will be awarded to two students showing outstanding community involvement.

Scholarship applications should include:

• Academic transcript (including PSAT/SAT or ACT scores if available)
• One (1) letter of recommendation from high school administrators/faculty
• One (1) personal character reference letter from a community leader, clergy or applicant’s work supervisor
• Volunteer verification documentation

Students interested in pursuing this scholarship may contact their scholarship coordinator for more information.

This $500 scholarship provides financial assistance to one student graduating from Heritage High School who plans to continue their education at an accredited college or university and who plans to advance their education in a field of nursing, dentistry, or medicine. Any graduating student at Heritage High School who fits this description may apply. Any student applying for a scholarship must enter an accredited college or university in the fall following graduation. Applications are available at the LCS Common Application Portal. The application deadline is February 15th.

Scholarship applications should include:

• Academic transcript (including PSAT/SAT or ACT scores if available)
• One (1) letter of recommendation from high school administrators/faculty
• One (1) personal character reference letter from a community leader, clergy or applicant’s work supervisor

Students interested in pursuing this scholarship may contact their scholarship coordinator for more information.

Financial assistance to one student graduating from E. C. Glass High School and one from Heritage High School who plans to continue their education at an accredited college or university.

Any senior at E. C. Glass or Heritage High School who has been involved in community service may apply. Any student applying for a scholarship must enter an accredited college or university in the fall following graduation. Applications are available at the LCS Common Application Portal. The application deadline is February 15th.

$500 scholarships will be awarded to two students showing outstanding community involvement.

Scholarship applications should include:

• Academic transcript (including PSAT/SAT or ACT scores if available)
• One (1) letter of recommendation from high school administrators/faculty
• One (1) personal character reference letter from a community leader, clergy or applicant’s work supervisor
• Volunteer verification documentation

Students interested in pursuing this scholarship may contact their scholarship coordinator for more information.

This $500 scholarship is designated to a college bound Heritage High School baseball player who has been recommended by his coach and approved by a selection committee.