Scholarships

Scholarship Essay Required

The Skalberg family offers this scholarship in memory of husband, father, teacher and coach, Barry Skalberg who died at the age of 47 after a brave battle with cancer. Mr. Skalberg joined the teaching staff at Grand Island Senior High in 1996. During his career he taught American history, economics, dual-credit world history and business law. He was a 'lifer,' having just finished his 25th year of teaching at Grand Island Senior High. He had planned to teach there for his whole career. He was a steady force in the social studies department, providing the even temper and boundaries that were needed to help students succeed. He often asked students in his economics classes, "Who in here wants to learn how to become a millionaire?" When he had their attention, he taught about investing, the stock market, dividends and returns. Mr. Skalberg was a strong advocate for the return on investment that higher education offered. This scholarship allows him to continue to invest in his students beyond his short life time.

Amount and Terms

• $1,000 x 1 year

Number of Scholarships

• 1

Eligibility

• Must be a graduate of Grand Island Senior High
• Must be involved in sports or music
• Must have held at least one leadership role in school or community activities
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Essay Question

• Write a personal statement on why you are applying for this scholarship. (Max 500 words)

To Apply

• Complete the online application form at www.gipsfoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships 

Deadline

• See scholarship application deadlines at www.gipsfoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships

Selection Procedure

• Applications will be reviewed by a scholarship selection committee appointed by the Grand Island Public Schools Foundation.

Terms of Payment

• The scholarship will be paid through the Grand Island Public Schools Foundation to appropriate educational institution per scholarship eligibility defined above. Scholarships larger than $500 will be split into equal semester payments.

Claim Scholarship

• The student must provide proof of enrollment (class schedule) and student ID number to the Grand Island Public Schools Foundation for scholarship distribution. Proof of enrollment is needed for each semester covered by scholarship terms. Send proof of enrollment to Kari Price via email to kprice@gips.org, in person at GIPS Administration Building (123 South Webb Road) or via mail to PO Box 4904, Grand Island, NE 68802.