The Thayer Group Scholarship
For Graduating Seniors of Castle View High School
As strong advocates of small business and entrepreneurship, we are honored to be able to help out a deserving college-bound CVHS graduate with a $2,000 scholarship in partnership with our preferred lender Vlad Bogomolov at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. The scholarship may be used at any post-secondary program of the recipient's choice including a four-year university, community college, technical/vocational school, or trade school.
Qualifications
Applicants must:
1. Have attended Castle View High School for their complete Junior and Senior years
2. Have worked at a local business during High School for a minimum of 90 consecutive days
3. Intend to attend post-secondary education in the year immediately following graduation
4. Graduate with a cumulative weighted GPA of 2.75 or higher
5. Have an acceptable attendance record
How to Apply
1. Review the application requirements above to ensure eligibility
2. Complete the two required essay prompts (250-500 words each)
- Letter of Introduction: Please include your accomplishments to date, your family background, the schools you are applying to, the degree you are seeking, and your financial need (if any). Please provide a brief summary of how you plan to use the scholarship funding, if selected.
- Essay: Why do you feel small businesses are an important part of a community? Feel free to include personal experience and real-world examples.
3. Complete the application form at the link below!
Applications are now closed for the 2023-2024 school year. Check back next spring for the 2024-2025 application!
Past Scholarship Recipients
2024 Scholarship Winner - Tessa Boehm
Tessa will be attending Marquette University where she will be studying physical therapy and playing on the D1 lacrosse team.
2023 Scholarship Winner - Ariana Ewald
2022 Scholarship Winner - Zaccharia Waggoner
2021 Scholarship Winner - Isaac Bohrer
2020 Scholarship Winner - Jack Mulenhaupt