Madison County Opens Scholarship Applications for High Achievers

MADISON COUNTY - The Madison County Regional Superintendent, Dr. Robert W. Werden, along with Mr. Mannie Jackson and Dr. Ed Hightower, are pleased to announce they’re now accepting applications for the second annual Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship for Madison County, IL high school seniors.

This award is given in the amount of $1000 to ten graduating seniors from across Madison County who displayed high academic achievement, personal drive, success, and excellence in their 4-year high school career. This scholarship is offered in cooperation with Dr. Robert Werden, Dr. Ed Hightower, and the Madison County Regional Office of Education.

It is funded through a monetary contribution by Mannie Jackson, an Edwardsville High graduate and Basketball Hall of Fame member. The scholarship encourages recipients to pursue personal growth through education and to exceed expectations in contributing to their community.

The scholarship is open to all graduating Madison County students continuing on to college or trade school. Please read the directions carefully. Applications due to ROE #41 by February 28th. Final selections will be made by March 28th. For more information please visit our website www.roe41.org or call 618-296- 4530.

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