Louise Lightner Jamison Scholarship
Scholarship Sponsored by Community Foundation of Northern Virginia
Value: $2,000.00
Awards Available: 2
Overview The Louise Lightner Jamison Scholarship Fund supports Prince William County high school seniors planning to pursue an undergraduate degree in education. Preference is given to applicants who live in the Haymarket and Gainesville areas. The fund honors Louise Lightner Jamison—sister of Helen Ray—who devoted 42 years to educating young children in the Haymarket community. Recipients are chosen with attention to academic performance as well as involvement in community and extracurricular activities.
Award Amount
- Up to two scholarships will be awarded, each worth as much as $2,000.
Eligibility and Preferred Focus
- Graduating high school seniors who are residents of Prince William County (preference for those from Haymarket and Gainesville).
- Intention to enroll in an undergraduate program in education; special consideration for candidates aiming for early childhood education (and those interested in elementary education).
- A high school transcript demonstrating a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Demonstrated commitment to pursuing a career in early childhood or elementary education.
Selection Considerations
- Academic record (GPA).
- Participation in community service and extracurricular activities.
- Clear dedication to a career in education, particularly early childhood education.
Application Timeline (2026)
- January 12, 2026: Online application opens
- March 5, 2026: Online application deadline
- June 2026: Scholarship recipients notified
- August 2026: Scholarship funds sent to recipients’ college or university
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