Open to All Four Campuses
*Scholarships available are subject to change yearly.
The Great Oaks Education Foundation Scholarship is awarded to one student from each of the Great Oaks Career Campuses. The foundation believes in providing support to meet the needs of our students, so that they can focus on their education and their future.
The Angela M. and John G. Halpin Skilled Labor Grant
The Angela M. and John G. Halpin Grant is given in recognition of the Halpin's belief in the value and need for skilled labor. The Halpin family believes in the importance of providing our adult and high school graduates the tools and equipmnet needed to be successful as they start their careers as well as continuing to increase their skills b earning additional credentials and certifications in their field.
The Mary Helen Steinauer Scholarship is in given in recognition of her devotion as an educator. Mary Helen inspired, influenced and nurtured the lives of countless students and colleagues. She believed in the importance of education as well as providing the support and guidance to students and teachers.
The Linda A Acheson Memorial Nursing Scholarship is awarded to two Great Oaks students that plan to pursue a career in the nursing profession. Linda A Acheson was an RN for over 30 years. She worked the Hospital floor, Surgical Department, and as a Home Health Nurse. She had a passion for helping others in all ways but especially with their medical needs. This scholarship is given in her memory to help others become nurses so they can continue Linda’s passion.
The Jyan Waespe Memorial Scholarship is awarded to twenty seniors enrolled in an Automotive Service, Auto Collision, or Diesel program who plan to continue their education or purchase tools and supplies for their career. Jyan Waespe had a deep passion for cars—modifying them, drifting them, and sharing his knowledge with friends. He was known for his kindness, generosity, and love of life. This scholarship honors his memory by supporting students who share his enthusiasm for the automotive world and who are ready to turn their passion into a career.
Open to Select Campuses
Diamond Oaks
$3000
The Diamond Oaks Bright Futures Scholarship is awarded to one graduating senior from Diamond Oaks who has excelled in their career-tech lab and academic courses, and also demonstrates financial need. This scholarship is funded by the Great Oaks Education Foundation, which works to remove barriers in education and career advancement.
Womankind’s mission is to empower young women through educational experiences, and this scholarship would provide support to help the recipient reach her educational and professional goals. The Diamond Oaks Womankind members have raised funds for the scholarship. This award can be used for any post-secondary educational or professional needs, including coursework, certifications, etc.
This scholarship would provide support to help the recipient pay for educational or career-related materials including, but not limited to, textbooks, coursework, tools, and uniforms. This scholarship is open to Diamond Oaks Students in a workforce development program qualifying for graduation and a member of NTHS.
Laurel Oaks
$3000
The Laurel Oaks Evergreen Scholarship is awarded to one graduating senior from Laurel Oaks who has excelled in their career-tech lab and academic courses, and also demonstrates financial need. This scholarship is funded by the Great Oaks Education Foundation, which works to remove barriers in education and career advancement.
The Harper Jane Zuefle Memorial Scholarship ($1000) is awarded to a Laurel Oaks senior. Harper was a young student in the Acorn Center who was tragically killed. The recipient of this special honor not only meets high standards in both academic and career skills, but is also an individual who “lights up a room” just as Harper’s presence always did.
At the Referral Network of Central Ohio, we do more than just grow our businesses—we give back. We are proud to support the next generation of skilled professionals through our partnership with Great Oaks. We believe that technical education empowers individuals to build better lives and stronger communities. To support this mission, we offer grants to students completing their education at the Laurel Oaks Career Campus. Whether you need to invest in essential tools for your trade or want to further your education, we are here to help you succeed.
Live Oaks
$3000
The O.A.K.S. Scholarship is awarded to one graduating senior from Live Oaks who has excelled in their career-tech lab and academic courses, and also demonstrates financial need. O.A.K.S. stands for Outstanding Achievement Through Knowledge and Service. This scholarship is funded by the Great Oaks Education Foundation, which works to remove barriers in education and career advancement.
The Live Oaks Digital Arts and Design Grant is awarded to two Live Oaks Digital Arts and Design seniors in order to assist them with their educational goals and/or for a purchase that will assist them in their field. This grant will be awarded based on a piece of artwork and a 500 word essay that explains the piece of artwork.
The recipient of the Emily Partin Memorial Scholarship is able to use the funds toward further education (post-secondary or training), tools, equipment/uniforms for employment, essential educational needs as well as essential life needs that are barriers to employment or school.
Scarlet Oaks
$3000
The Scarlet Oaks Crimson Scholarship is awarded to one graduating senior from Scarlet Oaks who has excelled in their career-tech lab and academic courses, and also demonstrates financial need. This scholarship is funded by the Great Oaks Education Foundation, which works to remove barriers in education and career advancement.
The James Hulick Memorial Scholarship ($1000) is given to a Scarlet Oaks student by the family of James Hulick. James was a Scarlet Oaks mechanics student in the 1970s and passed away during his senior year. This scholarship may be used towards tools for the field or for continuing their education.
The Rotary Club of Northeast Cincinnati will be awarding five, $500 grants to Scarlet Oaks Seniors. These grants can be used to help prepare for your next steps in life-whether it is buying tools or completing a certificate to start your trade or beginning work on an associate's degree.
Satellite Students
$3000
The Satellites Success Scholarship is awarded to one graduating senior enrolled in a Great Oaks Satellite program who has excelled in their career-tech program and academic courses, and also demonstrates financial need. This scholarship is funded by the Great Oaks Education Foundation, which works to remove barriers in education and career advancement.
Reading High School Senior
The Burchy Schulte Memorial Scholarship Fund is awarded to a Reading High School senior enrolled in a Great Oaks campus program. Burchy himself was a Reading graduate, as were both of his children and both of his grandchildren. This scholarship was created to honor Burchy's legacy of lifelong service to education and his community. In particular, he believed that Career & Technical Education helped to forge successful career pathways and improved people’s lives. His decades of volunteer service and leadership on the Great Oaks Career Campuses Board of Directors and Great Oaks Education Foundation are a testament to that belief. Burchy woke up every day with a smile on his face and approached the world wondering, "What can I do today that will help make someone else's day better"?