Scholarships

David and Rosalie Braverman Family Community Service Award is a $1,000 award given to a West High graduate who has excelled in the area of community service.

Brian Cretzmeyer (Music) Scholarship is awarded to a West High senior planning to study Music after high school and must also demonstrate need by either qualifying for free/reduced lunch while in high school or attach proof of their EFC (Expected Family Contribution) from the FAFSA with the scholarship application.

DPO Scholarship is awarded to graduating ICCSD college-bound seniors planning to devote their careers to teaching in public schools. The scholarships are funded with donations collected each year by the DPO from ICCSD school PTOs, community groups, and individuals as they recognize volunteers, students, and current and retiring staff who have made an impact in the schools. The number of awards varies each year depending on donations in support of the scholarship and the number of applications received. Contact the DPO or a high school guidance office for more information.

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Doug Robertson Scholarship is awarded to a senior from City or West High School whose health has presented additional challenges during high school. The scholarship may be used by the student to continue their post-secondary education on a full- or part-time basis at a community college, technical school or four year college or university.

Growth Mindset Levy Scholarship is a $500 award given to a West High senior who is chosen for exhibiting a “Growth Mindset”. Students who have faced significant obstacles or barriers to learning, yet demonstrate a “growth mindset.” Students with a growth mindset believe in themselves as learners and put forth great effort to learn new concepts. Students with a “growth mindset” seek help from teachers and/or other supports (Success Center, AFT requests, peer tutors, etc.), when faced with challenges and roadblocks to learning and understanding.

Joe Henderson Community Scholarship is annually administers by the ICCSD Foundation to two $1,000 scholarships to one senior student each from West High School and City High School. Graduating seniors need to be direct admission students to the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business.  Applicants should have a desire to volunteer in their community. Special consideration will be given to those applicants who can demonstrate a history of working with the less fortunate, or underserved in the community.

To be considered for the Joe Henderson Community Scholarship, you must complete this application and be admitted to the University of Iowa’s Tippee College of Business. The application should be returned to the guidance office at your school on or before April 7th, 2025.  

If you have questions about the application, please ask your Guidance Counselor or contact the ICCSD Foundation, 688-1012 or foundation@iowacityschools.org

ICCSD Administrator's Scholarship is awarded to a West High graduating senior planning to pursue a career in education.

Kanellis Memorial Scholarship is a $500 award to a West High graduating senior with a 3.0 planning to study education at the University of Northern Iowa.

Marylou and Don Gatens Memorial Scholarship is an award given to a West High senior who is chosen for their athletic participation, good academic standing, community involvement and citizenship. Amount is to be determined.

Skyler Moss Foundations Scholarship is a $1,000 award given to a West High
graduating senior with a 2.75 GPA and need to be a multi-sport athlete, demonstrate leadership at school or in the community, demonstrate good behavior/character, and plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college/university.

Robert Stack Scholarship is to be given to a West High School graduating senior who plans to attend the University of Iowa. Amount of the award to be determined. Award is based on academics, activities, volunteer/service, character, future potential, financial need will be a consideration.