College Scholarships

We provide financial support to high-achieving students with high financial need, so that they can take the next step in their educational journey.

2025 Scholarship Application Timeline

• January 13, 2025 - Applications open

• February 24, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. - Applications due

• March 17-21 - Candidate interviews

• Week of April 10 - Awards announced at Senior Awards ceremonies at FFHS and MHS

• Mid-May - Awards announced at CHSS Senior Awards

We offer approximately $25,000 in college financial support annually through:

• DEF Scholarships - Available to ALL DCS high school seniors, prioritizing financial need and academic achievement.

• Mollie Shannon Gallop Scholarships - Available to DCS high school seniors enrolled in AVID. 

• Lynn Blackburn Scholarship - Available to DCS high school seniors who participated in the English Language Learners program.

• Gwen E. Botson Foundation Scholarship - Available to FFHS high school seniors who have overcome personal adversity, specifically through athletics.

Student Competitions

Grants are awarded to student organizations that enable them to participate in advanced academic competitions on teh state and national level.