The DPS Scholarship Foundation awards the following scholarships annually:

DPSSF General Scholarships
Carlton G. Miles Memorial Scholarship
Della Bradsher Hedgepeth Memorial Scholarship
Rachel Lawrence Scholarship
Kayla P. Radack Endowed Scholarship
John T. Smith Memorial Scholarship
Baxter & Beth Teasley Memorial Scholarship
**City of Medicine Academy Scholarship
Judy Clark Memorial Scholarship

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DPS Scholarship Foundation General Scholarships

One scholarship may be given to a senior from each of the high schools.

History
In 1978, Mrs. Eula Miller, President of the Durham County Schools Citizens Advisory Committees Association met with school administrators and parents to establish a scholarship for students of middle income families. In 1993, the name was changed to Durham Public Schools Scholarship Foundation to reflect the unity of the former city and county school systems. Foundation Scholarship applications are available to seniors in all of the Senior High Schools.

General Information
The Durham Public Schools Scholarship Foundation will award at least one $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior in each senior high school in the Durham Public Schools System. These scholarships are open to graduating seniors who expect to enroll in a post-secondary institution next fall and meet the eligibility criteria.

The Scholarship Foundation Selection Committee will evaluate each applicant. The Committee will assess financial need based on family income, number of dependents and unusual circumstances.

Eligibility Criteria
The Durham Public Schools Scholarship Selection Committee will select recipients based on the following criteria:

1. The Financial Aid Form (FAF) or Free Financial Aid Statement (FAFSA) must show family income between $40,000 and $75,000 per year. Unusual circumstances will be considered.
2. High School Records and test scores.
3. Leadership and participation (service) in school and community activities.
4. Citizenship responsibility in the school and community.
5. Growth potential and future promises.
6. Student must have already submitted an application to the institution(s) of their choice.
7. Strong oral and written communication skills.
8. An interview at the request of the Selection CommitteeTop

Carlton G. Miles Memorial Scholarship

History
Mrs. Marion Miles established the Carlton G. Miles Memorial Scholarship Fund in 2009, in loving memory of her son. Mr. Carlton Miles worked with the "An Evening of Entertainment" for twenty-six years as its Musical Director. He also directed the acclaimed DPS Spotlight Singers and was a Choral Director at Hillside Hill School. He was a generous, talented and gentle man who endeavored to instill in his students a love of performance and a desire to continue their musical pursuits.

General Information
The scholarship is to be awarded to a senior planning to pursue a career in music or music education.. The amount of scholarship will be $1,000. No student can qualify for more than one scholarship from the Durham Public Schools Scholarship Foundation. Top

Della Bradsher Hedgepeth Memorial Scholarship

History
Mr. W. L. Bradsher Jr. established the Della Bradsher Hedgepeth Memorial Scholarship Fund in 1984, in memory of his mother. The scholarship is to be awarded to a female senior at Hillside High. The amount of scholarship money may vary from year to year but will not be less than $500 nor greater than $1,000.

General Information
Hillside High School female senior students who have been recommended by a teacher may apply for this special scholarship. She must meet the eligibility criteria established by the benefactor of this scholarship. No student can qualify for more than one scholarship from the Durham Public Schools Scholarship Foundation.

The Scholarship Foundation Selection Committee will evaluate each applicant. The Committee will assess financial need based on family income, number of dependents and unusual circumstances. Top

Rachel Lawrence Scholarship

History
In 1993, the Rachel Lawrence Scholarship fund was established in honor of Rachel’s many years of service in the promotion of parent involvement. The scholarship is to be awarded to one senior in the Durham Public Schools System.

General Information
Graduating seniors in each senior high school in the Durham Public Schools System may apply for this special $1,000 scholarship. The Rachel Lawrence Scholarship is for students who have demonstrated leadership and service in their school and community.

The Scholarship Foundation Selection Committee will evaluate each applicant. The Committee will assess financial need based on family income, number of dependents and unusual circumstances.Top

Kayla P. Radack Endowed Scholarship

History
In 2004, Pat and Amy Radack established the Kayla P. Radack Endowed Scholarship in memory of their daughter. Through this scholarship, they hope to help many future female students fulfill their dreams and promise.

General Information
Graduating female seniors at Riverside High School may apply for this special $1,000 scholarship. The Kayla P. Radack Endowed Scholarship is for students who have demonstrated academic and leadership qualities.

The Scholarship Foundation Selection Committee will evaluate each applicant. The Committee will assess financial need based on family income, number of dependents and unusual circumstances.Top

John T. Smith Memorial Scholarship

History
In 1988, former Southern High School students established the John T. Smith Memorial Scholarship to honor the impact that he made in the lives of his students.

General Information
Graduating seniors at Southern High School may apply for this special $1,000 scholarship. The John T. Smith Memorial Scholarship is for students who have demonstrated academic and leadership qualities.

The Scholarship Foundation Selection Committee will evaluate each applicant. The Committee will assess financial need based on family income, number of dependents and unusual circumstances.

Baxter and Beth Teasley Scholarship
Established in the fall of 2006 by Alan B. Teasley in loving memory of  his parents.

This $1,000 scholarship is for a student who is the first in his/her immediate family to attend an accredited college or university.

**City of Medicine Academy Scholarship