Geoffrey R. Schmidt Memorial Scholarship

Amount awarded – Two $500.00 scholarships

Geoffrey Schmidt was a man with a plan. He had drive. He had passion. He had hope for the future.

As a devoted health and fitness enthusiast, Geoff enjoyed attending the Xtreme Power and Fitness gym on a regular basis. Geoff’s most precious aspiration in life was to marry his beautiful high school sweetheart and soon start a family of his own. His kind and noble heart drove him to always genuinely reach out and help those around him. His kindred spirit and vivacious soul will be missed dearly but not forgotten by those whose lives he touched.

Friends and family of Geoff established this scholarship in 2015. Geoff grew up in Neponset and graduated from Kewanee High School in 2012. The mission of this scholarship is to commemorate the brief but vibrant life of a twenty-one year old whose life was taken too suddenly in a tragic accident.

This need based scholarship will be given annually to a graduating senior who exemplifies their competitive spirit, demonstrates teamwork, and shows concern for their fellow students. .

The selection committee will evaluate candidates based upon the following criteria:

  1. Applicant must be a senior (male or female) and of good character.
  2. Applicant must have an overall grade point average of at least 2.5 (C+).
  3. One scholarship will be awarded to an applicant planning to enroll in a community college or university with a major in Law Enforcement.
  4. One scholarship will be awarded to an applicant that has participated in at least one sport for four years.
  5. Special consideration will be given to applicants who have been involved in school and community service.
  6. Preference will be given to a student demonstrating financial need and receiving no other KHS scholarship or monetary awards.

The Scholarship Selection Committee shall consist of Mrs. Luci Kaiser, Kewanee High School Athletic Director, Kewanee High School Counselor, and two faculty or staff members appointed by the Principal of Kewanee High School.