Each year, the Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools proudly recognizes the outstanding achievements and aspirations of Seminole County’s graduating seniors through our scholarship program. This year, the impact was greater than ever.
In 2025, more than 770 SCPS seniors applied for 41 different scholarship opportunities made available through our Foundation Scholarship Applications. These scholarships—made possible through the generosity of individual donors, community partners, local businesses, and memorial funds—represent a significant investment in the futures of our students. We were happy to award $151,000 in scholarships to these deserving students with 59% being on free or reduced lunch.
Over the course of the scholarship season, 35 dedicated reviewers on our Grants and Scholarship Committee conducted a detailed and thoughtful review of nearly 2,300 submitted applications. These volunteers committed hours of their time to carefully read essays and score submissions based on the specific criteria of each scholarship and select the recipients who best met the intent of each scholarship fund.
From future educators and engineers to aspiring nurses and nonprofit leaders, the 2025 recipients reflect the diverse talent, ambition, and promise of Seminole County’s youth. Thanks to the support of our donors and the hard work of our committee, these students are one step closer to achieving their dreams—and making their own impact in the world.
“Thank you so very much to the donors who made this possible. I am so grateful
for this opportunity, and being chosen validated all my hard work over the years. Thank you!”
– Janelle, Class of 2025 senior, Crooms Academy of Information Technology
Scholarships awarded:
Almond Family Scholarship – $500
Almond Family Scholarship $500
Arnie Lee Nussbaum Scholarship for Nursing $1,000
Beverley P. Freeman Scholarship – $2,000
Bill Scott Scholarship – $500
Boothe “Meet the Challenge” Scholarship – $1,000
Boothe Family Scholarship – $1,000
Boothe Family Scholarship – $1,000
Bud Layer Memorial Scholarship – $1,000
Carlton Henley Scholarship – $500
Cathy Alper Scholarship – $500
Cathy Alper Scholarship – $500
Chetana Memorial Scholarship – $1,000
Dede Schaffner Arts Scholarship – $1,000
Dede Schaffner Follow Your Dreams Scholarship – $1,000
Dede Schaffner Follow Your Dreams Scholarship – $1,000
Dr. Vogel AAA Scholarship Fund – $1,000
Dr. Vogel Scholarship – $500
Dr. Walt Griffin Scholarship Fund – $1,500
Eddie Campbell Memorial Scholarship – $500
Edward Blacksheare Scholarship – $500
Eric Stephen Kryc Memorial Scholarship – $1,000
Foundation Impact Jump Start Award Winter Springs – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Award Crooms Academy – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Award Hagerty – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Lake Brantley – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Lake Howell – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Lake Mary – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Lyman – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Oviedo – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Seminole – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Foundation Impact Jump Start Seminole County Virtual School – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Frank J. Bracco Memorial Scholarship – $2,500
Hagerty Family Scholarship – $1,000
Higgins / O’Donnell Legacy Scholarship – $1,500
James E. Melton Jr. Memorial Scholarship – $1,000
Joe Tramell Memorial Scholarship – $5,000
Joe Tramell Memorial Scholarship – $5,000
Mickey Yasko Academic and Athletic Excellence Scholarship – $1,000
Mickey Yasko Academic and Athletic Excellence Scholarship – $1,000
Ralph Ameduri, Jr Music scholarship Fund – $500
Raymond Gaines Scholarship – $1,000
Rotary Club of Seminole County South Legacy Scholarship – $1,000
RT Hillery scholarship – $500
RT Hillery Scholarship – $500
Sam Momary Scholarship – $500
Sam Momary Tradition of Excellence Scholarship – $500
Sanford Porchfest Arts Jumpstart Scholarship – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Sanford Porchfest Arts Jumpstart Scholarship – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Sanford Porchfest Arts Jumpstart Scholarship – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Sanford Porchfest Arts Jumpstart Scholarship – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Sanford Porchfest Arts Jumpstart Scholarship – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Sanford Porchfest Arts Jumpstart Scholarship – Two Year Florida Prepaid
Serrato – Munoz Scholarship – $1,000
TSIC Outstanding Senior Award – $500
Walter Lee Family Foundation Scholarship – $500