Emergency-Red-School Closures
School Closures

Due to the forecasted severe weather and unsafe road conditions, all GISD schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, January 9, and Friday, January 10, 2025. All GISD after-school activities scheduled for those days are also canceled. See the Weather Procedures page for more details.

We strive to empower underserved students with the potential and passion to pursue higher education in specific areas by providing them with the necessary means to address their community's intricate social and financial problems. Each year, we give out scholarships based on assessments of need, excellence, community involvement, and their chosen academic institution.

Grade Level/Age
High School Senior
Deadline
Category
Minority
Award information

$10,000

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, candidates must demonstrate academic excellence and involvement in their community or workplace:

  • Grade point average above 3.0. Community Impact (charitable work and social projects.)
  • Participation in the workforce (past/current paid/unpaid jobs.)
  • Extracurricular activities (sports, arts, music, etc.)
  • Special circumstances (economic and social hardships.)
  • Write the requested essay (refer to the online scholarship form.)