Scholarship applications now available

The William and Hannah McClain Foundation has scholarships available for two deserving students of the 2015 graduating class of Rayville High School.

To be considered for a scholarship, the student must meet the following criteria:

• Maintained at least a 2.8 grade point average for grades 9-12 (enclose a sealed official transcript with application).

• Be financially disadvantaged

• Must be accepted as a full-time student at a college or university of their choice (please submit a copy of the college/university acceptance letter).

• Must have declared a major in any discipline.

• Must matriculate in the fall/spring semesters at a four year college/university.

• Must mail fee receipt of registration to the address listed on the application for veridication of enrollment.

• Must maintain at least a B average per semester for continued eligibility.

Please submit three recommendation letters on official facility letterhead: two from past teachers or counselors affirming the student’s academic promise and one from a merit reference supporting student volunteer/extracurricular efforts.

All applications must be mailed and postmarked by April 30. Hand carried, e-mailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. Only completed applications will be considered.

For more information about the William and Hannah McClain Foundation or to request an application, please write to P.0. box 1133, 1902 Texas Parkway, Missouri City, Texas 77489 or e-mail katiemcclainweber@gmail.com.