Larry Johnsen Family Scholarship
Larry Johnsen is a retired Department of the Army civilian who was a professional logistician and systems analyst. He retired as the Director of Logistics for the US Army Installation Management Agency Northwest Region. His children – Justin Johnsen, Erica Johnsen, and Melany Bazare – all graduated from Pleasant Valley High School, as did his grandchildren Seth and Greison Skahill. The family sees a need to provide academic and vocational support for student seeking to further their education at an institution other than a college or university.
Criteria to Apply:
- Be a graduating senior from PVHS
- Planning to attend a community college or vocational institution
- Demonstrate good citizenship, honesty, and integrity
- GPA above 2.5
Scholarship Personal Statement/Essay:
- In less than 250 words (1700 characters), please tell us why you've chosen your field of study.
- In less than 250 words (1700 characters), please tell us what your plans are after your post-secondary education is complete.
- In less than 250 words (1700 characters), please tell us about one of the following: your ability to problem solve, work with others, and/or your dedication to the community.
- In less than 250 words (1700 characters), please tell us how you've overcome an obstacle.
- In less than 250 words (1700 characters), please tell us anything else about yourself you think the selection committee would like to know.
- In less than 250 words (1700 characters), describe a situation where you showed integrity and honesty to benefit others.