Applicant must be a minority female of African-American descent, be a current senior, and have have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Deadline: March 6, 2026
Academics
The Family Credit Union
The Family Credit Union is proud to offer scholarships to help students in the Quad Cities, Perry, Muscatine, Beardstown, and Omaha Areas continue their education and to better themselves.
Deadline: April 1, 2026
Iowa Hero Academy – Application is OPEN!
Walcott American Legion Post 548
Scholarships will be awarded based upon the required documents for submittal, school transcript, letters of recommendation, essay, and list of extracurricular activities.
Deadline: March 13, 2026
The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), Rock Island Post
The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME), Rock Island Post, has a scholarship trust fund to encourage and support talented students in their pursuit of careers in engineering and the physical sciences. This year, SAME is offering a combination of one-year, two year, and four-year scholarships to qualified students who are pursuing a baccalaureate degree in these fields. In addition, at least one Need-Based Scholarship is also being offered. Applicants should indicate on the application which category (.or categories) they wish to be considered for. A downloadable version of the scholarship application is available on our website.
Multiple one-year and two-year scholarships will be awarded at the $1,500 and $3,000 ($1,500 per year for two years) levels respectively to a combination of graduating high school seniors and student members of the University of Iowa SAME Student Post. SAME will award the scholarships to the students who best fit the enclosed criteria. In selecting scholarship recipients, graduating high school seniors and University of Iowa SAME Student Post members will be ranked separately. Four-year scholarships will be awarded at the $6,000 level ($1,500 per year for four years) to graduating high school seniors. SAME will award the scholarships to high school seniors who best fit the enclosed criteria.
Deadline: March 18, 2026
Interested in Medicine or Engineering?
The Perry Outreach Program is offering a free, one-day, hands-on experience to encourage youth to pursue careers in medicine and engineering. Students will hear from leaders in these fields and try it for themselves by performing mock orthopedic surgeries and biomechanics experiments.
Saturday, April 11th at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, IA.
Participants should be in high school (Grades 10 and up) with a passion for science, medicine and/or engineering. Although The Perry Initiative welcomes all students to apply to the program so long as they are committed to our mission.
Applicants should fill out our online application in advance of the March 3rd application deadline.
Additional information can be found on our website: Click here
The application may be accessed directly using the following link: https://perryinitiative.org/pop-application/
Summer Job Opportunities
Looking for a summer job? Scott County Park and West Lake Beach are now accepting applications for seasonal positions! These jobs are a good opportunity for high school students to gain work experience and build responsibility. Below you will find information about the current job openings and instructions on how to apply.
Future Club Scholarship for St. Paul the Apostle Students
St. Paul the Apostle Future Club is offering a scholarship for a graduating senior who attended St. Paul the Apostle School, and who is planning to attend a college or university. You must include a typewritten essay entitled “What My Catholic Education Has Meant to Me” (maximum 1,000 words). The Selection Committee will review all applications and essays. The scholarship is not renewable. All applications must be received at SPS by Monday, March 31. No late applications will be accepted.
ASSUMPTION’S ACADEMIC DECATHLON TEAM EARNS TOP HONORS AT REGIONALS!
We are proud to announce an amazing performance by our Academic Decathlon team at the recent Regional Academic Decathlon competition.
Our team competed at Grundy Center High School against strong schools from across Iowa, demonstrating exceptional academic skill, teamwork, and dedication & earning 2nd place overall in the Small Schools category!
Declan Murphy, Noah Fetterer, Elijah Milton, Evan Wilson, and Natalie Stombaugh competed in the Honors category. Ryan Bang and Devin Diaz competed in the Scholastic category, & Trevor Gray and King Goodwin competed in the Varsity category. Our cumulative team scores resulted in an outstanding 2nd -place finish!
Several students also received individual medals for their achievements:
Honors
- Declan Murphy earned Gold medals in Econ and Mathematics and Silver in Literature.
Scholastic
- Ryan Bang earned Bronze medals in Econ and Silver in Math.
- Devin Diaz earned a Bronze medal in Science.
Varsity
- Trevor Gray earned Bronze medals in Mathematics, Music, and Social Studies as well as a Silver medal in Science. He also earned the Bronze Overall Award in his category!
- King Goodwin earned Gold medals in Social Studies and Interview, and Silver in Econ.
These results reflect our members’ dedication to the team, strong preparation efforts, and commitment to academic excellence. Congratulations to all of our Academic Decathlon team members for representing our school with distinction and pride!
Davenport Country Club – Job Opportunity
Job Title: Food Runner/Busser
Location: Davenport Country Club Pool
Job Description:
Join the vibrant team at Davenport Country Club and be an essential part of our poolside dining experience as a Food Runner/Busser. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring seamless service for our esteemed members and guests.
Job Requirements:
- Run Food to Servers’ Sections: Deliver orders promptly and accurately from the kitchen to designated server sections.
- Follow DCC’s Policies and Procedures
- Coordinate with Expo: Work closely with the expo to ensure orders are prepared and delivered correctly and in a timely manner.
- Maintain Cleanliness: Keep server stations clean and organized by promptly clearing dishes, trash, and other items.
- Knowledge of Food Presentations: Understand the presentation standards for each menu item to maintain consistent quality.
Benefits:
- Competitive Hourly Wage: Earn a competitive hourly wage, along with 10% of the total servers’ tips.
- Club-Provided Polo: Represent Davenport Country Club proudly in a club-provided polo shirt.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Explore potential career advancements within the club, including transitioning into a server position.
- Club-Provided Meals: The club provides employee meals twice a day.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality setting preferred but not required.
- Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and remain composed under pressure.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Driver’s License: Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Motivated Individuals: We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are eager to contribute to our team.
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and thrive in a dynamic team environment, we welcome you to apply for the Food Runner/Busser position at Davenport Country Club’s poolside dining.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to Bruce Moore, Dining Room Manager, Bruce@davenportcc.com