Student Scholarships
OPS Students,
Are you an upcoming graduate interested in learning more about Omaha Public Schools Foundation scholarship opportunities?
Omaha Public Schools Foundation administers scholarships for Omaha Public Schools graduating seniors. You can preview the scholarship requirements here and apply online.
The Omaha Public Schools Foundation strives to raise new scholarship dollars each year to provide optimal funding for Omaha Public Schools graduating seniors the opportunity to pursue post-secondary education, while growing established endowments. #OPSFpossible
Please contact your high school counselor and/or scholarship committee for information on all scholarships offered through the district. The 2024 Applications Portal is now closed. Awards will be presented in May.
OPSF Scholarship Preview
The Lisa Spivey Legacy Scholarship
Summary: This scholarship is in remembrance of Lisa Yvonne Spivey. She was an advocate for student success and poured into every human she touched. She always saw the potential in people, even when they didn't recognize it within themselves. This scholarship is...
Marian Martinez Memorial Scholarship
Purpose: To provide a scholarship for one Latino Omaha Public Schools graduating senior for a student who demonstrates a strong work ethic, passion for volunteering in their community and helping others, and commitment to post-secondary education. Amount: $ 2500.00...
Martha Stofko Scholarship (Benson West)
Mrs. Martha Stofko is a former teacher and principal with nearly 30 years of experience in the Omaha Public Schools. She was principal of Benson West Elementary School from 1999-2007. Purpose: To provide financial assistance to a former 6th grade graduate of Benson...
Mick Messbarger Memorial Scholarship (Central)
The purpose of this memorial is to provide a scholarship for an OPS graduating senior from Central High School who has participated in the Central Legion Baseball Program.
Millie Lemon “Ms. Tucker” Scholarship
Purpose: To provide a scholarship for a deserving graduating Bryan High School senior in honor of Mrs. Lemon/Ms. Tucker. Amount: $1000.00 payable to an accredited 2 or 4-year post-secondary institution. Recipients: One graduating senior from Bryan High School....