Classified Staff Scholarships

Olathe Retired Employees Association - Mary Cochran Classified Staff Scholarship

Are you a current classified employee of the Olathe Public Schools who is headed back to school to become a certified educator? If so, the Olathe Public Schools Retired Employees Association (OPS/REA) wants to support you. Apply today for the Mary Cochran Classified Staff Scholarship, designed to assist Olathe classified staff who are pursuing a career in education. The OPS/REA will award one $1,000 scholarship annually to a current Olathe classified staff member. To be eligible, you must already be enrolled in classes, and plan to take additional classes next fall. 

Applicants must complete the online application by Monday, March 4, 2024 at 8 a.m. You will be asked to create an account or log-in with an existing account if not otherwise logged in. You may save your application and return at a later time for completion by logging back into your account. If you have any questions, e-mail us at OPSFscholarships@olatheschools.org.

 

Home Depot Pro Building a Better Future Scholarship

This scholarship was funded by Home Depot Pro (formerly SupplyWorks), a one-stop shop for building maintenance solutions, in support of the outstanding contribution made to the success of Olathe Public Schools by the building custodial staff.  Each year, two to six scholarships will be awarded to direct dependents of Olathe District custodial staff, ranging from $500 to $1,500.

  • Schools: Any school attended by eligible applicants, in Olathe or otherwise
  • Eligible Students: Olathe District custodial staff, their spouses, their children, their stepchildren
  • Amount of Scholarship: Will range from $500 to $1,500
  • Application Process: Apply online
  • Due Date: March 4, 2024; 8 a.m.