Gary Moe Memorial Scholarship Fund
Gary Moe called Mt. Pleasant home for fifty years. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School, received his bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University, and obtained a Master's degree in Social Work from Michigan State University.
Gary dedicated his life's work to better the lives of the clients at the Mt. Pleasant Regional Center. His favorite work assignment was as Director of Training. He thrived on the knowledge that learning opportunities enhanced employee skills and improved their ability to meet the needs of their clients.
In honor of the opportunities Gary had throughout his life, his family wants to continue to honor his strong belief in educational opportunities. The Gary Moe Memorial Scholarship Fund awards a scholarship to a graduating senior from Mt. Pleasant Oasis High School who plans to attend an accredited post-secondary college, university, or vocational school.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:
- Student must be a graduating senior from Mt. Pleasant Oasis High School.
- Student must be continuing his or her education at an accredited post-secondary college, university, or vocational school.
- Student must include teacher recommendations and evidence of progress toward specific academic goals.
Preferences:
- Priority will be given to a student who demonstrates evidence of perseverance in overcoming obstacles to success as expressed in the written essay.
2012 Scholarship Award: $1,000
Application Deadline: March 14, 2012
Download an application for the Gary Moe Memorial Scholarship