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The St. Joseph School District Foundation provides:

Scholarships for Teachers

  • Sarilee Optican Scholarship for Math/Science teachers
  • Robaska Scholarships for teachers pursuing graduate degrees
  • Lori Schmitter Memorial Scholarships for Early Childhood Educators


Scholarships and Assistance for Students

(Student scholarship applications available from high school counselors)

  • Educational Enhancement Scholarships for Benton students
  • Robert Limle Nursing Scholarship for Lafayette students
  • William Morgan Student Scholarship, open to all St. Joseph public school seniors
  • Support for students attending national academic competitions


Awards and Recognitions for Teachers and Staff

  • Bender’s Home Care Teacher of the Year Award
  • Hy-Vee Foods Support Staff of the Year
  • Meierhoffer Innovator of the Year Award