| IAHCE Scholarship Application for Students |
| Full scholarships of $500 each up to ten (10) scholarships awarded yearly if funds are available.
The applicant must be a member in good standing or an immediate family member, child or grandchild, niece or nephew of such
member of a county HCE/HEA for a minimum of three years. Recipient of an IAHCE Scholarship must be a current resident of Illinois regardless
of whether they attend a school in Illinois.. Click here for: IAHCE Scholarship Information |
Congratulations to the 2023 Scholarship winners. This year all the applicants were excellent which made it extremely difficult to choose winners. We wish to congratulate and recognize the following students! Good luck as you begin the 2023-2024 school year.
Ananiah Leoni Barbee is from Louisville in Clay County (District #4). She plans to major in horticultural science and environmental studies at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Ananiah was a strong, very active member of FFA where she also managed the FFA Greenhouse. She was the captain of the scholar bowl team, a member of an equestrian drill team, as well as several clubs. Ananiah is currently studying French and Welsh languages independently. Judy Spiller, a member of Williamson County HCE, is her grandmother. Congratulations, Ananiah!
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Alexander Wain Davis is from Olney in Richland County, (District #4). He plans to get a welding certificate and associate degree from Olney Central College with the goal of becoming a union boilermaker or pipefitter. Alex was a high honor student, a member of the state winning FFA forestry team, as well as the Bass fishing team and soccer team. He has worked a variety of jobs during high school. Alex's grandmother is Janet Jones, a 44-year member of Richland County HCE. Best wishes, Alex!
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Carly Jade Heisner is from Pinckneyville in Perry County, (District #5). While attending Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, she plans to major in Forensic Chemistry and Forensic Science. Carly was an Illinois State Scholar, participated on a variety of sports teams, was a leader in several clubs, as well as being an accomplished musician on several instruments. Her volunteer activities are varied through 4-H, church youth group, music performances, and helping young swimmers. Carly also worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor. Her aunt, Ronda Shubert, is a Perry County HCE member. Congratulations, Carly!
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Emily R. Rupert is from Coulterville in Perry County, (District #5). Southwestern Illinois College in Belleville is where Emily plans to begin her college experience on her way to eventually earning a degree in Elementary Education. During high school, she was an honor student and outstanding athlete in volleyball, basketball, and softball, winning special awards in each. Emily volunteered with Meals on Wheels as well as a variety of church sponsored events. Working on the family farm, babysitting, and working at a poll concession stand have also kept Emily busy. Emily has been a Perry County HCE member for two years along with her grandmother, Melinda Ruppert, a 40+ member. Best wishes, Emily!
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