About this scholarship

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The Katie Fairchild scholarship is a partnership of the Caledonia FFA and the Caledonia Education Foundation. Katie Fairchild was a loving and caring young women who lived to serve others. One  source states “A life lived for others is a life worthwhile.” This describes how Katie used her outgoing personality and positive attitude to better the lives of those around her. She had a love for agriculture and a passion to lead. 

Administrative Guidelines

The Katie Fairchild Scholarship will honor a high school senior who has an interest in agriculture and determination to lead and serve others. 
  • Caledonia senior 
  • Completion of at least one agriscience credit
  • Participation in one leadership course
  • Documentation of 25 hours of community service
  • Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Not offered a full scholarship for college 
  • Submit two letters of recommendations 
  • Demonstrated passion to lead and serve others 

Scholarship

The scholarship is for $250.00 and is non-renewable.  It can be used on college or trade school tuition and/or books.  It is awarded at the annual senior awards evening in May.

Process

The application is due April 1 with letters of recommendation and a copy of the transcript each year to the FFA Advisors and will be reviewed by Caledonia Education Foundation representatives in partnership with CHS staff and/or supporters.