Jake Jones Memorial Scholarship for the Learning Disabled

Graduating seniors from the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 to be eligible to apply. They must exhibit integrity, ambition, good moral character and a strong desire to achieve a higher level of education. Demonstrate the ability to overcome obstacles caused by the learning disability. Demonstrate a high standard of values, such as loyalty to friends, family, and faith. Major in field of choice at any college/university of choice.

Counties available: All 26

High School or College: High School

This scholarship was established in 1995 by the family of Jake Jones and the community of Claude for learning-disabled graduating seniors in the Texas Panhandle.

Eligibility

• Graduating seniors from the 26 northernmost counties of the Texas Panhandle who have a documented learning disability
• Exhibit integrity, ambition, good moral character and a strong desire to achieve a higher level of education
• Demonstrate the ability to overcome obstacles caused by the learning disability
• Demonstrate a high standard of values, such as loyalty to friends, family, and faith
• Cumulative High School GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Major in field of choice at a Texas college/university of choice