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 26 at 11:59 p.m. - Applications for FFHS and MHS due; CHSS deadline forthcoming

• March 10-17 - 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 $30,000 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 & Sea Change Scholarships - Available to DCS high school seniors who participated in the English Language Learners program.

• Averi Valdivieso Culinary Scholarship - Available to DCS high school seniors who overcame hardships

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