Your Impact
Every student deserves the chance to excel.
Long-term financial security helps guarantee educational opportunities for future generations.
Immediate cash gifts to our schools grant access to programs, technology, and help ensure growth and innovative advances in educational experiences.
Grants from the Foundation
Help Our Schools
2,000 students, 1,500 families, & 150 teachers
depend on you!
Our Donors help build a brighter tomorrow!
Check out the impact of their support...
Our schools continue to be ranked among the state's best school districts because YOU made the difference!
Thanks to our donors, the Foundation provided
over $155,000 in grants & scholarships
during the 2024 - 2025 fiscal year.
Scholarships
Scholarships can pay tribute to a loved one, special teacher/staff member,
preserve a family name, or highlight a company presence.
Scholarships connect the past, present, and future!
To fund a scholarship, please contact the office: office@wyomingschoolfoundation.org
Lin Y.S. Lin Family Education Award 4 x $4,000
Established by the Lin Family, whom place a high value on good education. Awarded to 4 students.
Eligibility:
-
Achieve a benchmark GPA
Dorothy F. Mantel Award $3,000
Established in memory of Dorothy F. Mantel.
Eligibility:
-
Outstanding academic performance
-
Demonstrates care about the school and school environment as evidenced by interest and contributions that have made a positive difference in school
Michael Alan Kahn Award $3000
Established in recognition of Mike Kahn, a 1972 WHS graduate to honor his passion and dedication to sports.
Additional eligibility criteria:
-
Must be pursuing a career in sports, whether it be journalism, communications, or law, at an accredited college or university
Carol Beeson Memorial Education Award $2,500
Established in memory and honor of Carol Beeson and her passion for community and education.
Eligibility:
-
Achieve a 3.0 GPA
-
Pursuing a degree in Education
Lily Parker Go the Distance Award 2 x $2,500
Established to recognize cross-country athletes who best exemplify the spirit of the sport and the life lessons it teaches. Awarded to1 female and 1 male student.
Eligibility:
-
Participate in the WHS Cross Country program for at least 3 years including senior year
-
Achieve a cumulative GPA within the top half of the class
Richard M. Glover Award $2,000
Established in memory and honor of Richard M. Glover, whose 12 years of service on the Wyoming City Schools Board of Education led to lasting changes in our District.
Eligibility:
-
Demonstrates perseverance and dedication to learning
-
Exemplifies hard work and commitment to achieving academic and other related goals
Alex Guest Leadership Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Alexandra Bason Guest, WHS Class of 1987, to honor her leadership and kindness to others while representing the spirit of Wyoming. Funding from Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
-
Be a WHS senior of good standing (2.7 GPA and above)
-
Develop personal relationships with all, and because of these personal relationships, makes a better Wyoming High School
-
Genuine, authentic, and true to themselves, curious with others and displays empathy
-
Proven ability to problem solve, delegate, plan, and navigate challenges that arise
-
Proven ability to learn, adapt, grow, and be creative in given situations
-
Motivator and guide for others
-
Exhibits humility and puts the needs of others before themselves
Bernie and Jim Barre “Spirit of Wyoming” Award $1000
Established in recognition of Bernie Barre, WHS Class of ’70, and his brother, Jim Barre, WHS Class of ’72, to honor their ability to extend “arms of friendship” to many while showing camaraderie to all. Funding from Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
-
Exhibits loyalty and dedication to school, faculty, and students
-
Participates and is involved in various areas of life, inside and outside, the Wyoming community
-
Exudes spirit and love of Wyoming in acts, no matter how small
Chris Payne "Aspiring Artist" Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Chris Payne, WHS Class of 1972, to honor his lifetime artistic talents as an American caricaturist and illustrator. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
-
Made significant contributions to the WHS Art program
-
Curious about others, pays attention to details, and is open minded
-
Independent, creative, expressive, imaginative, original, and intuitive
Deena Deardurff Character Through Athletics Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Deena Deardurff, a 1975 WHS graduate and 1972 Olympic gold medalist. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Additional eligibility criteria:
-
Must be participating in a college-level sport
Ed Pipes ‘71 and Dennis Bell ’69 Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Jonathan Harris ’72 (posthumously) and Jeffrey Harris ’69 to honor their friends Ed Pipes ’71 and Dennis Bell ’69. Both Ed Pipes and Dennis Bell are examples of WHS graduates who achieved further degrees and success in their personal, business and community life. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Additional eligibility criteria:
-
Must be a Black student
Fred S. Dewey, Jr. Award 2 x $1,000
Established in memory of Fred S. Dewey, Jr., WHS class of 1932 for his service to his country during WWII. Awarded to1 female and 1 male student.
Eligibility:
-
Exemplifies dedication to multiple sports
-
Demonstrates leadership as a student, character displayed in the athletic venues as well as in the community
-
High academic achievement
Judge Rob Lyons Academic, Athletic, and Merit Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Judge Rob Lyons, WHS Class of 1973, to honor his academics and athletic achievements at Wyoming High School. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
-
Student athlete in Top 10% of graduating class
-
Athletes who participated in multiple sports throughout their high school career, or at least 1 sport for a minimum of 2 years
Kaia Grant Memorial Award $1,000
Established in memory of Kaia Grant, WHS Class of 2005, to honor her legacy of excellence through public service.
Eligibility:
-
Exemplifies commitment in service to others
-
Be pursuing studies in pre-law, a degree in Criminal Justice, or a field that is focused on service to others
-
Demonstrate financial need for post-secondary education expenses
Ken Roberts Fellowship Through Athletics Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Ken Roberts, a 1973 WHS graduate who was on the wrestling team. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Additional eligibility criteria:
-
Must have established deep friendships through participation in WHS sports
Lt. John R. Fox Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Lt. John R. Fox, a 1934 WHS graduate who was awarded the Medal of Honor posthumously for his ultimate sacrifice for his country during WWII. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Additional eligibility criteria:
-
Must be a Black student
Scott Stegeman Award $1,000
Established in memory of Scott Stegeman, WHS Class of 1972, to honor his ability to embody resilience and courage in the face of life's challenges. Funding through the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
-
Confronts adversity with strength, perseverance, and a determination to overcome obstacles
-
Faces personal or academic challenges and has demonstrated resilience
-
Inspires, encourages, and uplifts others facing similar obstacles
Steve Streight "Iron Sharpens Iron" Wrestling Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Steve Streight, WHS Class of 1974, to honor his good sportsmanship and desire to improve in every area of life. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
-
Improves other wrestlers on or off the mat
-
Displays commitment, discipline, honor, perseverance, and responsibility in areas of study and sports
-
Passionate, good work ethic, responsible and exhibits resiliency
-
2 or more years on the Wyoming High School wrestling team
Tink Miller "Most Dedicated" Wrestling Award $1,000
Established in honor of Tink Miller, WHS wrestling coach from 1971-75, and his lifelong impact to the wrestling program. Funding from the Andrew Howe Scholarship Fund.
Eligibility:
-
Participates in the WHS wrestling program
-
Demonstrates dedication, determination, and a love of wrestling
Virginia B. Gridley Education Award $1,000
Established in honor Virginia Gridley and her 23 years of service to the Wyoming School District as a teacher and librarian.
Eligibility:
-
Achieve a 3.0 GPA
-
Pursuing a degree in Education
Wyoming Legends of Golf Award 2 x $1,000
Established to recognize and reward young golfers from the Wyoming community who are inspired by past & present Wyoming Legends. Awarded to1 female and 1 male student.
Eligibility:
-
Has made significant contributions to the game of golf, therefore enriching our community
*WHS Alumni Association Scholarships*
For all WHSAA senior awards, an eligible student must:
-
Be a senior enrolled at WHS as of May 1st of their graduating school year
-
Embody the mission of the Wyoming City Schools by being positive contributors to society both inside and outside of school
-
Demonstrate a financial hardship and need to help with post-secondary expenses
Dorothy Schierenbeck Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Dorothy Schierenbeck, a 1940 WHS graduate, for her significant contributions to WHSAA, Wyoming schools, and the community.
Additional eligibility criteria:
-
Must be an immediate relative (son, daughter, brother, or sister) of a WHS Alumnus
Jon Boss Award $1,000
Established in recognition of Jon Boss, a 1954 WHS graduate, for his many contributions as WHSAA Trustee and to the community.
Additional eligibility criteria:
-
Exemplify dedication and passion for community service
Sherry Sheffield Award $1000
Established in recognition of Sherry Sheffield, a 1963 WHS graduate, for her many contributions as WHSAA Trustee and to the community.
$50,500 in scholarships!
Congratulations to our 2025 senior scholarship award recipients!
.jpg)
Front row L to R: Storm Coughlin, Mia Marty, Mckayla Strong, Maddie Frank, Ava Geiger, Charlee Kanyion, Lorelei Blakley
Back row L to R: Joel Hancock, Logan Fourie, TJ Bajema, Finley Bartlett, Jake Janavicius, Katherine Rutherford, Jordan Green, Evan Robinson
L to R: Vris Hossain, Addison Miller, Sarah Worley, Billy Lyons, Henry Yocum, Will Spera, Charlie Steed, Mac Steininger
L to R: Tabitha Lind, Alyn Jones, Maggie Galvin
Not Pictured: Daniel Kleinman