LEAD-DEADWOOD LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
2017 GRADUATES
The following local scholarships are available to Lead-Deadwood High School seniors at LDHS. Application
forms may be obtained in the Counselor Office. Completed forms must be returned
to the Counselor Office no later than 3:30pm on March 10, 2017.
_____________________________________________________________
AG TRUCANO CO. SCHOLARSHIP $500 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Two scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated work ethic and
citizenship. One scholarship will be given to a vocational student and the other to a college student.
THE GUY N. & MABEL BJORGE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $500
Scholarship will be awarded to a Lead-Deadwood senior with high scholastic attainment in science or
mathematics, to be used at any college or university in the United States; eligibility to be based on scholarship,
school citizenship, and to a lesser extent: need.
JANE BROWN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $300 (COLLEGE)
Scholarship awarded to a senior furthering their education.
BRUST MEMORIAL ($600) (COLLEGE)
In recognition of 60 years of dedicated service to the Lead-Deadwood School
District and to the communities of Lead & Deadwood by Edla & Franklin
Brust, this memorial scholarship is awarded to the graduating senior who
exemplifies the ideals set forth in the Bellamy Awards Program, patriotism,
leadership, citizenship, work ethic and dedication to learning.
BYRNE - YEAGER SCHOLARSHIP 2/$500 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Given in memory of Virginia Byrne and Bill Yeager. Awarded to a senior wishing to
attend a post-high school educational institution. The recipient must have a "C"
average after seven semesters of high school. Financial need is a consideration.
DEADWOOD DENTAL / EYE CARE $250 (2 AWARDS) (COLLEGE)
Candidate must maintain a B average and be of good character, and have a desire to enter
optometry, dentistry or other health care fields.
DEADWOOD HISTORIC PRESERVATION $1000 (COLLEGE OR VOCATIONAL)
Students are required to write an essay to specifically explain and give examples of how
you would use your college major or vocational training to advance historic preservation in your community.
RENA DUNN PIANO SCHOLARSHIP $300 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Awarded annually to a student planning to attend a college, university, or technical
school. Candidates must perform in a piano solo competition.
FRANCES AND WALTER GREEN SCHOLARSHIP (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE) Amounts vary
Available to seniors planning to attend college, university or a vocational school. Judged
on academic record, extra-curricular record and a 100-word essay on future educational plans and career goals.
SELMA HEBERT SCHOLARSHIP $1000 (COLLEGE)
Awarded to the highest-ranking senior boy and girl. The recipients must attend college
the summer or fall following graduation. No application necessary.
HISTORIC DEADWOOD-LEAD ARTS COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP $750
Awarded to a student who has art participation in high school and will most likely make
art a major part of their life after high school. A 500 word essay is required.
THE HOMESTAKE MINING COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP (COLLEGE) (2/$1,500)
Awarded to a graduating senior at Lead-Deadwood High School. This scholarship is
based on academic record, leadership, extracurricular accomplishments, ACT
scores, school & community citizenship, financial need and self description
of interests & goals. No employment affiliation necessary.
HOMESTAKE VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP$400 (VOCATIONAL)
Four awards are given to students who are planning to attend a vocational technical
school. Preference is given to students whose parents or relatives have worked at Homestake.
WALTER KEIL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP LEAD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT $500
Awarded to a senior boy or girl wishing to continue his/her education at a vocational
school or post-high school institution.
THE KIWANIS SCHOLARSHIPS $1000 (2 AWARDS) (COLLEGE)
Granted to students who rank in the top 25% of their class. Need is the chief criteria.
Awarded each year to one girl and one boy.
LDEA SCHOLARSHIP $200 (COLLEGE)
For a senior planning on going into the field of education at a South Dakota school.
USBC YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP (2 AWARDS) (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
TheDeadwood-Lead USBC Youth Bowling Association is offering two $250.00
Scholarships to one Senior Boy & one Senior Girl. Must be a current
member of the Deadwood-Lead USBC Youth Association, have bowled 3 out of the
last 4 years in a sanctioned Youth program.
THE ROBERT H. KRUG MEMORIAL $1,000 (COLLEGE)
This scholarship is awarded to a senior planning to become a professional educator,
especially in mathematics, science or administration.
LEAD-DEADWOOD WOMEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP $500
This scholarship is awarded to a student who is planning a career in education.
ROSS OMMEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $300(COLLEGE)
This scholarship is given in memory of Ross Ommen. It is awarded to a senior student who
has shown athletic accomplishment and academic excellence in sciences.
MARGERY L. ORR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $800 (COLLEGE)
The scholarships can be used at any
accredited four-year college or university. Seniors ranking in the top 20
percent of their class scholastically, on the basis of cumulative GPA through
the fall semester of their senior year, are eligible to apply.
JACK RANTAPAA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $125 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Given by Virginia Rantapaa to a senior boy who excels in athletics, particularly
football. The recipient should display strong leadership and sportsmanship qualities. No application.
JOLENE RANTAPAA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship of $250 is available to female Lead-Deadwood High School seniors wishing to continue their education at some type of vocational school or college. Selection will be based on: academic record (transcript), participation in activities, specifically Basketball or Golf, and need. Selection will be made by the Rantapaa family.
THE RODGER A. ROTTER SCHOLARSHIP $650 (COLLEGE)
Scholastic achievement ("B" average) will be the primary consideration for this
scholarship, with need a secondary consideration in selection. The
recipient must attend The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.
CHUCK SEDERSTROM SCHOLARSHIP $2,500
Two $2,500 scholarships will be given to a senior attending LDHS and attending Black
Hills State University in the fall. Preference going to (1) student with a
Deadwood zip code & (1) with a Lead zip code. Scholarship is based upon several factors,
with the primary being need.
RALPH AND MARY SHERMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (COLLEGE)
This scholarship is payable in 8 semi-annual increments of $125 for 8 semesters.
Applicant must be a son or daughter of a regular member in good standing of the
Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 18, Lead, or Chapter 23, Deadwood; /Golden Star
Lodge #9, Lead, or Lodge #7, DEADWOOD AF & AM.
MINNIE STANLEY ENGLISH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $1,000
This scholarship is given in memorial of Minnie Stanley.
Students are required to write a one to two page essay on any topic of interest.
MARIE STEARNS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $400 (COLLEGE)
Awarded each year to a female. Criteria
includes scholastic achievement, attitude and desire to continue her education,
and participation in co-curricular activities for at least three years. Student
must have lettered during her high school career and must have a "B" average or higher.
STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP $250 (COLLEGE)
Student must rank in the top 2/3 of the graduating class and having shown qualities of
leadership while at LHS. Available for students planning to attend vocational school or college next fall.
ANDREW THOMAS SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (COLLEGE)
Awarded by Andrew Thomas, former LHS graduate, to a student who plans to attend Black
Hills State University. Criteria will be financial need and an essay entitled
Overcoming a Personal Crisis, explaining how the student effectively dealt with a problem.
TWIN CITY ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB 2/$200 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Student of a Booster Club Member planning to attend a college/vocational school is
eligible. To apply, students must write a brief paragraph, How did
participation in extra-curricular sports help you?
JOHN C. VUCUREVICH MASONIC BODIES SCHOLARSHIP $500
Awarded to a senior planning to attend either college or vocational school commencing in
the next fall semester. Criteria are as follows: academic achievement,
character, attitude, and co-curricular involvement, and financial need. Must
have a relative who is a member of the Masons.
UNITED STEELWORKERS LOCAL 7044 – 2 / $500 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Citizenship, character, participation in school
activities, and need, will be considered. Applicants must document membership of
parent, grandparent(s) or relative in the United Steelworkers Union, Local 7044.
JOEL WATERLAND SCHOLARSHIP $500
This $500 scholarship will be given to a senior attending Lead-Deadwood High School and attending
Black Hills State University in the fall. Preference will be given to a student who may be
majoring in Science and working with the Sanford Lab.
KAM LEUNG WONG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-Up to 2/$500
Given in memory of Kam Leung Wong, grandson of Deadwood Pioneer Merchant
Fee Lee Wong and son of Som Quong Wong (Class of 1912) and Anna Tang (Class of 1914).
Criteria: 500 word essay on the contributions of Chinese immigrants to Deadwood in the late 1800's and
the significance to Deadwood history today, good citizenship and contributions to school and community,
ACT/SAT scores, GPA, letter(s) of recommendation, and scholarship desire.
2017 GRADUATES
The following local scholarships are available to Lead-Deadwood High School seniors at LDHS. Application
forms may be obtained in the Counselor Office. Completed forms must be returned
to the Counselor Office no later than 3:30pm on March 10, 2017.
_____________________________________________________________
AG TRUCANO CO. SCHOLARSHIP $500 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Two scholarships will be awarded to students who have demonstrated work ethic and
citizenship. One scholarship will be given to a vocational student and the other to a college student.
THE GUY N. & MABEL BJORGE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $500
Scholarship will be awarded to a Lead-Deadwood senior with high scholastic attainment in science or
mathematics, to be used at any college or university in the United States; eligibility to be based on scholarship,
school citizenship, and to a lesser extent: need.
JANE BROWN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $300 (COLLEGE)
Scholarship awarded to a senior furthering their education.
BRUST MEMORIAL ($600) (COLLEGE)
In recognition of 60 years of dedicated service to the Lead-Deadwood School
District and to the communities of Lead & Deadwood by Edla & Franklin
Brust, this memorial scholarship is awarded to the graduating senior who
exemplifies the ideals set forth in the Bellamy Awards Program, patriotism,
leadership, citizenship, work ethic and dedication to learning.
BYRNE - YEAGER SCHOLARSHIP 2/$500 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Given in memory of Virginia Byrne and Bill Yeager. Awarded to a senior wishing to
attend a post-high school educational institution. The recipient must have a "C"
average after seven semesters of high school. Financial need is a consideration.
DEADWOOD DENTAL / EYE CARE $250 (2 AWARDS) (COLLEGE)
Candidate must maintain a B average and be of good character, and have a desire to enter
optometry, dentistry or other health care fields.
DEADWOOD HISTORIC PRESERVATION $1000 (COLLEGE OR VOCATIONAL)
Students are required to write an essay to specifically explain and give examples of how
you would use your college major or vocational training to advance historic preservation in your community.
RENA DUNN PIANO SCHOLARSHIP $300 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Awarded annually to a student planning to attend a college, university, or technical
school. Candidates must perform in a piano solo competition.
FRANCES AND WALTER GREEN SCHOLARSHIP (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE) Amounts vary
Available to seniors planning to attend college, university or a vocational school. Judged
on academic record, extra-curricular record and a 100-word essay on future educational plans and career goals.
SELMA HEBERT SCHOLARSHIP $1000 (COLLEGE)
Awarded to the highest-ranking senior boy and girl. The recipients must attend college
the summer or fall following graduation. No application necessary.
HISTORIC DEADWOOD-LEAD ARTS COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP $750
Awarded to a student who has art participation in high school and will most likely make
art a major part of their life after high school. A 500 word essay is required.
THE HOMESTAKE MINING COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP (COLLEGE) (2/$1,500)
Awarded to a graduating senior at Lead-Deadwood High School. This scholarship is
based on academic record, leadership, extracurricular accomplishments, ACT
scores, school & community citizenship, financial need and self description
of interests & goals. No employment affiliation necessary.
HOMESTAKE VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP$400 (VOCATIONAL)
Four awards are given to students who are planning to attend a vocational technical
school. Preference is given to students whose parents or relatives have worked at Homestake.
WALTER KEIL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP LEAD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT $500
Awarded to a senior boy or girl wishing to continue his/her education at a vocational
school or post-high school institution.
THE KIWANIS SCHOLARSHIPS $1000 (2 AWARDS) (COLLEGE)
Granted to students who rank in the top 25% of their class. Need is the chief criteria.
Awarded each year to one girl and one boy.
LDEA SCHOLARSHIP $200 (COLLEGE)
For a senior planning on going into the field of education at a South Dakota school.
USBC YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP (2 AWARDS) (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
TheDeadwood-Lead USBC Youth Bowling Association is offering two $250.00
Scholarships to one Senior Boy & one Senior Girl. Must be a current
member of the Deadwood-Lead USBC Youth Association, have bowled 3 out of the
last 4 years in a sanctioned Youth program.
THE ROBERT H. KRUG MEMORIAL $1,000 (COLLEGE)
This scholarship is awarded to a senior planning to become a professional educator,
especially in mathematics, science or administration.
LEAD-DEADWOOD WOMEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP $500
This scholarship is awarded to a student who is planning a career in education.
ROSS OMMEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $300(COLLEGE)
This scholarship is given in memory of Ross Ommen. It is awarded to a senior student who
has shown athletic accomplishment and academic excellence in sciences.
MARGERY L. ORR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $800 (COLLEGE)
The scholarships can be used at any
accredited four-year college or university. Seniors ranking in the top 20
percent of their class scholastically, on the basis of cumulative GPA through
the fall semester of their senior year, are eligible to apply.
JACK RANTAPAA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $125 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Given by Virginia Rantapaa to a senior boy who excels in athletics, particularly
football. The recipient should display strong leadership and sportsmanship qualities. No application.
JOLENE RANTAPAA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship of $250 is available to female Lead-Deadwood High School seniors wishing to continue their education at some type of vocational school or college. Selection will be based on: academic record (transcript), participation in activities, specifically Basketball or Golf, and need. Selection will be made by the Rantapaa family.
THE RODGER A. ROTTER SCHOLARSHIP $650 (COLLEGE)
Scholastic achievement ("B" average) will be the primary consideration for this
scholarship, with need a secondary consideration in selection. The
recipient must attend The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.
CHUCK SEDERSTROM SCHOLARSHIP $2,500
Two $2,500 scholarships will be given to a senior attending LDHS and attending Black
Hills State University in the fall. Preference going to (1) student with a
Deadwood zip code & (1) with a Lead zip code. Scholarship is based upon several factors,
with the primary being need.
RALPH AND MARY SHERMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (COLLEGE)
This scholarship is payable in 8 semi-annual increments of $125 for 8 semesters.
Applicant must be a son or daughter of a regular member in good standing of the
Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 18, Lead, or Chapter 23, Deadwood; /Golden Star
Lodge #9, Lead, or Lodge #7, DEADWOOD AF & AM.
MINNIE STANLEY ENGLISH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $1,000
This scholarship is given in memorial of Minnie Stanley.
Students are required to write a one to two page essay on any topic of interest.
MARIE STEARNS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP $400 (COLLEGE)
Awarded each year to a female. Criteria
includes scholastic achievement, attitude and desire to continue her education,
and participation in co-curricular activities for at least three years. Student
must have lettered during her high school career and must have a "B" average or higher.
STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP $250 (COLLEGE)
Student must rank in the top 2/3 of the graduating class and having shown qualities of
leadership while at LHS. Available for students planning to attend vocational school or college next fall.
ANDREW THOMAS SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 (COLLEGE)
Awarded by Andrew Thomas, former LHS graduate, to a student who plans to attend Black
Hills State University. Criteria will be financial need and an essay entitled
Overcoming a Personal Crisis, explaining how the student effectively dealt with a problem.
TWIN CITY ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB 2/$200 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Student of a Booster Club Member planning to attend a college/vocational school is
eligible. To apply, students must write a brief paragraph, How did
participation in extra-curricular sports help you?
JOHN C. VUCUREVICH MASONIC BODIES SCHOLARSHIP $500
Awarded to a senior planning to attend either college or vocational school commencing in
the next fall semester. Criteria are as follows: academic achievement,
character, attitude, and co-curricular involvement, and financial need. Must
have a relative who is a member of the Masons.
UNITED STEELWORKERS LOCAL 7044 – 2 / $500 (VOCATIONAL OR COLLEGE)
Citizenship, character, participation in school
activities, and need, will be considered. Applicants must document membership of
parent, grandparent(s) or relative in the United Steelworkers Union, Local 7044.
JOEL WATERLAND SCHOLARSHIP $500
This $500 scholarship will be given to a senior attending Lead-Deadwood High School and attending
Black Hills State University in the fall. Preference will be given to a student who may be
majoring in Science and working with the Sanford Lab.
KAM LEUNG WONG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-Up to 2/$500
Given in memory of Kam Leung Wong, grandson of Deadwood Pioneer Merchant
Fee Lee Wong and son of Som Quong Wong (Class of 1912) and Anna Tang (Class of 1914).
Criteria: 500 word essay on the contributions of Chinese immigrants to Deadwood in the late 1800's and
the significance to Deadwood history today, good citizenship and contributions to school and community,
ACT/SAT scores, GPA, letter(s) of recommendation, and scholarship desire.