The Alexandria Education Foundation (AEF) wants to build a financial cornerstone for investing in students in Alexandria Public Schools. Over the years, the Foundation has worked closely with individuals and organizations to establish scholarship funds, helping them define specific criteria that match their interests and goals. This collaborative effort helps students succeed after graduation.
The Foundation manages the competitive scholarship application process, ensuring that students are matched with available awards and handles the public promotion of these awards.
Kelly Doss, AEF executive director, had the privilege of personally presenting the awards to recipients at the Alexandria Area High School Honors Night held May 11, 2026. Five seniors were presented with scholarship awards as summarized below:
The Seeds for Future Learning Klimek Family Scholarship provides two $1,000 scholarships to students interested in pursuing a college degree in business, education, manufacturing, or agriculture. Congratulations to the 2026 Seeds for Future Learning - Klimek Family Scholarship Recipients: Easton Klimek and Lacey Siira
Bill Flaig Community Service Scholarship - Bill Flaig was a lifelong Alexandria resident who worked for many years as the CEO of the Douglas County Hospital. He had a deep commitment to Alexandria and Douglas County and was involved in innumerable community service activities throughout his life. This $1,000 Scholarship is to recognize a graduating student who demonstrates great commitment and leadership in community service. Congratulations to the 2026 Bill Flaig Community Service Scholarship Recipient: Lars Dahl
Ken and Jeanne Howell Scholarship - Ken and Jeanne Howell have established a scholarship fund to help support students planning for a career in a medical profession. This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to one student who intends to pursue a degree in the health care field. Congratulations to the 2026 Ken and Jeanne Howell Scholarship Recipient: Abigail Scheller
Alexandria Light & Power "Above and Beyond" Scholarship - One $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student that demonstrates the importance of public service and whose family is an ALP Electric Utility customer. Congratulations to the 2026 ALP "Above and Beyond" Scholarship Recipient: Molly Schmidt
Since 2009, donors to the Alexandria Education Foundation have awarded $96,800 in scholarships to 90 students. If you are interested in supporting a scholarship for a graduating senior, please contact us.
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