KSDF Named Awards Scholarships Application 2026

Thank you for applying for the Kirkwood School District Foundation Named Awards. This is the the application for all awards. Answer all questions honestly and will be informed at the end which awards you are eligible to apply for.

You will be asked to provide the following:

1. Unofficial transcript

2. Resume

3. An essay reflecting on why you feel especially qualified for one or two specific awards. Choosing to write on a certain award does not disqualify you from another award. An additional essay will be required for those applying to the Herb Jones Memorial Scholarship and the Kirkwood Teachers of Color Scholarship. Please read their descriptions on our website for that specific info.

An application will not be considered complete unless all required materials are completed and the required documentation is received on time. Please allow yourself plenty of time to complete the application, to avoid last minute surprises. Questions can be sent to [email protected]

Once the application process closes, at 11:59pm on February 6, 2026, the KSDF Named Awards Scholarship Committee will review all applications and documentation. No applications will be accepted after the deadline for any reason.

After review of all applications, students will be notified as to whether or not they have received an interview. Interviews will take place March 25th and March 26th at Kirkwood High School.

The Named Awards Ceremony will take place on April 21st in the Keating Theatre. Attendance of the ceremony is a requirement to receive your award.

You must be a Kirkwood High School Student or Teacher to qualify for the KSDF Named Award Scholarships.

1. Submit application by 2/6/26 at 11:59pm

2. Applications reviewed

3. Applicants selected for interviews by 3/2/26

4. Interviews on 3/25/26 and 3/26/26

5. Winners notified by 3/31/2026

6. Award ceremony on 4/21/2026