Marian Garrett Scholarships
The South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals (SCAEOP) Marion Garrett Scholarship is established to honor the legacy of Marion Garrett, a dedicated educational office professional who exemplified excellence in her field. This scholarship aims to provide financial support to high school seniors pursuing higher education, particularly those who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement, leadership skills, and community involvement.
Elgibility Criteria
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Must be a high school senior attending a school in South Carolina.
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Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
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Must be planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution (college, university, or technical school) for the upcoming academic year.
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Must demonstrate leadership qualities, community involvement, and a commitment to personal and academic growth.
2024 Recipient
Kamiah Pringle
Kamiah Pringle is the daughter of Taneka and Jamie Pringle. She is a senior at Lamar High School and a completer of the Darlington County Institution of Technology, and will graduate on May 24,2024.
After graduating, Kamiah will attend the University of South Carolina in the fall of 2024, with the intention of earning a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Advertising. After college, Kamiah hopes to be a Marketing Analyst for Google. While in high school, Kamiah currently maintains a 4.1 grade point average. She is a part of Beta Club, National English Honors Society, Mu Alpha Theta, and The National Society of High School Scholars.
While in these clubs, Kamiah has won an award for completing the highest number of service hours. Kamiah is very helpful in her community. She has volunteered as a member of the camera crew for her local church and tries to volunteer in every way possible can for her community. Kamiah is very honored to accept this scholarship to help her do great things that she thought she couldnever achieve.
SCAEOP Student Scholarship Application
The scholarship committee will review all applications and select recipients based on academic performance, leadership qualities, community involvement, and the content of the personal essay. Finalists may be required to participate in an interview. The application deadline is December 1st.
Why Become a Member?
The South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals (SCAEOP) is dedicated to promoting the advancement of educational office professionals. By joining SCAEOP, you will have access to:
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Professional Development
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Networking Opportunities
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Recognition and Awards
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Scholarships and Grants
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Resource Sharing