DavenportSchool District

Welcome!

Please check in with this web page now and again for important announcements and opportunities, including scholarships, testing information, and the occasional event. Feel free to contact me throughout the year with any questions, concerns, or opportunities you may know of that you'd like me to share with our students.

Go Gorillas!

Alison Hawley
Counselor
Davenport Middle and High School
[email protected]
(509) 725-4021

Announcements:

Course Descriptions: Click this link to find more information about courses offered at DHS.

Seniors - The FAFSA will open on December 1 for the 2025-26 school year. If you are considering a two year, four year, career or technical college next fall, YOU should complete the FAFSA!  Not sure where to start?  Contact Ms. Hawley for FAFSA help, or schedule an appointment with your parent/guardian for one on one assistance with completing your application. Create your FSA ID here https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch before starting your application here https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid

Juniors and Seniors - Need to take a college entrance exam? Visit www.sat.org to register for the SAT, or www.actstudent.org for the ACT. Not sure which one to take? Stop by my office and we'll weigh out your options. Most schools will accept either one, but to be sure, check with the college of your preference. Both test monthly throughout the year. Juniors, I recommend waiting until the March administration or later for your first exam. Seniors, to test or retest for a better score, you'll want to have your final attempt in by the November administration for college applications and January administration for scholarships.  Keep in mind that we offer the School Day SAT annually in October and March for seniors and juniors respectively. Good luck, and don't forget the study materials available online and in our library!

Free Official SAT Practice: Visit SATpractice.org for fantastic SAT prep including practice questions, full length practice tests, diagnostic quizzes, tutorials and more! These cleverly designed tools will help you focus your practice to do your best on the test. Khan Academy is partnering with College Board to provide you with the best materials possible, and best of all, they are free!

SCHOLARSHIPS

Start your scholarship search online! There are several search engines that can help you match your abilities, talents, and interests with thousands of dollars in scholarships.Beware of any company that wants you to pay for a scholarship search; there are plenty of free services out there. Here are a few links I recommend:

https://gearup.wa.gov/resources/scholarships Here, you'll find a continuously updated database of scholarships for Washington State and beyond provided by our state GEAR UP staff.  This is a great place to start - check back frequently!

www.thewashboard.org Here, you can create a profile that will match you with scholarships you qualify for. This is a great way to hear about opportunities that might otherwise pass you by. (By the Washington Scholarship Coalition)

www.studentscholarships.org Like The Washboard, you create a profile and this service helps match you with scholarships. See below for other national search engines.

www.fastweb.com

Keep in mind that individual colleges offer many scholarships based on financial need, academic merit, areas of study, student activities and more. Make sure to contact the college of your choice for more information. 

FFA Student Scholarships: Numerous scholarships to deserving FFA members nationwide. Eligibility and award amounts vary by scholarship. One application, 1,800 scholarships. Visit www.ffa.org/scholarships for more information and an application. Deadline: Varies

College Board Big Future Scholarships:  Get your name in the running for several scholarship opportunities by completing your steps toward college admission!  Each step earns a shot at $500 scholarships, and completing every step earns a chance for $40,000!  These opportunities are for both juniors and seniors - learn more at https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/bigfuture-scholarships  Deadline: Varies

Center for Quality Communities Scholarship: Supporting high school seniors who are active in leadership in their city government, community, or school and plan to pursue post-secondary education.  The fund is supported by people who are passionate about cultivating Washington's future local leaders.  Applicants must live in the city limits.  Visit https://wacities.org/cqc-home/scholarships for more information and an application.  Local deadline: January 9, 2026
Inland Power and Light Excellence Award: Fifteen $1000 scholarships will be awarded to active Inland Power members and their children who are pursuing further education at a community college, university or trade school. Visit https://www.inlandpower.com/scholarships for more information and click here for an application. Deadline: January 15, 2026 The Washington State Fair Foundation's Blue Ribbon Scholarship Program: One application for several scholarships, several open to students statewide.  Visit thefair.com/foundation/scholarships for more information and an application.  Opens December 1st.  Deadline: February 2, 2026
Washington State Opportunity Scholarship - Baccalaureate Scholarship (BaS): Provides up to a total of $22,500 in scholarship dollars and access to career-launching support services for high-demand STEM and health care majors. WSOS can cover costs beyond tuition, such as housing, transportation, food, and more. Funding can be used for any eligible STEM or health care major at any eligible public or private college or university in Washington state. Visit https://waopportunityscholarship.org/applicants/baccalaureate/ for more information and the application. Application opens January 14, 2026. Deadline: February 26, 2026 at 9 pm
Washington State School Retirees' Association: Awards eight WSSR Foundation Scholarships in the amount of $2500 each, sixteen Robert J Handy scholarships in the amount of $900 each (renewable for up to four years) and two Gene Forrester Memorial Scholarships in the amount of $2000 each.  Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and plan to pursue a career in the field of education. Visit www.wssra.org under the Scholarship tab for more information and an application.  Deadline: March 1, 2026
AgWest Scholarship: $2,500 for graduating high school seniors attending university or vocational programs in the upcoming fall term.  Must be an active AgWest customer, dependent of an active customer, or child of an employee of an active AgWest customer.  Visit https://agwestfc.com/about/community-engagement/scholarships/customer-scholarships for more information and an application.  Deadline: March 1, 2026
American Indian Endowed Scholarship: Awards ranging from $500 - $3000 for students with close social and cultural ties to an American Indian tribe or community in Washington State. Must intend to use his or her education to benefit the American Indian community in this state. Five total years of scholarship available. Visit https://wsac.wa.gov/american-indian-endowed-scholarship for more information and the application. Deadline: March 2, 2026
Innovia Foundation Scholarships:  One application for several scholarship opportunities (50+), including Wilson Farms/Mondovi Grange and Lucille Houdon Scholarships for students in our area.  Awards range between $300 and $8000.  Visit innovia.org/students for more information.  Fill out a short questionnaire to identify which scholarships you're eligible for, create a MyInnovia account and apply for multiple opportunities with one application! Deadline: March 4, 2026
Foundation for Davenport Schools Scholarship: For Davenport High School 2026 graduates, minimum GPA of 2.50. The number and amount of scholarships to be awarded is dependent on available funds. Click here for an application and more information. Deadline: March 13, 2026

Ron Barbee Science Scholarship: Applicant must be majoring in a field that will lead to a Bachelor of Science Degree. Minimum 3.0 overall GPA, with a minimum GPA of 3.5 in science coursework. Click here for more information and an application. Deadline:  March 13, 2026
Ron and Margaret Barbee Scholarship: Minimum 3.0 GPA for DHS applicants with community service and extracurricular activity experience. Click here for more information and an application. Deadline:  March 13, 2026

Davenport Memorial Scholarship: No minimum GPA for this award. Amount and number of scholarships will be determined by available funds. Click here for more information and an application. Deadline:  March 13, 2026

WIAA Smart Choices Scholarship Program: Three $5000 and 12 $1000 scholarships to graduating seniors from WIAA member high schools for excellence in athletics/activities, academics, leadership and community service throughout their high school careers. Visit https://www.wiaa.com/smartchoices/ for more information and an application. Deadline: March 15, 2026
Pacific Northwest Association for College Academic Counseling (PNACAC) Scholarship: Ten $1000 for students planning to attend a regionally accredited college or university; 3.0 GPA required. Must submit a video application no later than midnight on the deadline. Visit https://www.pnacac.org/student-scholarship for more information and an application. Deadline: March 15, 2026
CCS Foundation Scholarships: One application for over 100 scholarships. A "must do" if you are considering SFCC or SCC. Opens January 18, 2026. Visit https://ccsfoundation.org/Students for more information and the application. Deadline: March 18, 2026
McGregor Standing Tall for Agriculture Scholarship: Up to $1000 per student for graduating high school seniors who wish to pursue ag-related educational goals as they begin college. Visit https://mcgregor.com/resources/#scholarships for more information and an application. Deadline: March 20, 2026
Dale and Alice Wilson Scholarship: This application is for students who attended classes and graduated from Davenport High School ONLY. It will provide you with 4 years of scholarship monies; you have 5 years to receive the four years of scholarship once you graduate. Scholarship winners must reapply annually. A 3.0 GPA or above is required in order to be eligible to receive this scholarship. You must be a full time student. This scholarship is for undergraduate level of study, only. First time applicants Click here Reapplying? Click here instead. Deadline: March 20, 2026
Skagit Farmers Supply: For students pursuing education for careers in agriculture. This award is based on scholastic achievement, leadership in agriculture and an ability to contribute to agriculture in the future. Visit https://www.skagitfarmers.com/community/community-support/ for more information and an application. Deadline: April 1, 2026

Davenport Lions Club Scholarship Program: $1000 each to one Davenport High School graduating senior boy and one senior girl. The scholarship is given for any course, in any institution of higher learning which instructs students in scholastic, technical, vocational, or business classes. ALL STUDENTS graduating from DHS are eligible regardless of GPA, class rank, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, and physical or mental handicaps. Applications should reflect abilities, educational aspirations, character, morals, appearance, citizenship, thrift and understanding of finances, and need of assistance. Click here for an application and more information. Deadline: April 3, 2026 Gorilla Booster Club Student Athletic Scholarship: This is a one year scholarship awarded to student athletes who, in the opinion of the Gorilla Booster Club and selection committee, best exemplify outstanding student athletes. Participation in sports will be verified by administration. Any violation of the athletic code will render the student athlete ineligible to apply for this scholarship. Click here for an application and more information. Deadline: April 3, 2026
BIAW Education Scholarship Program: Open to Washington State residents who can demonstrate a need for additional funding to complete programs in a construction industry-related field of study. Visit https://www.biaw.com/scholarships-and-grants for more information and an application. Deadline: April 6, 2026

Washington Opportunity Scholarship - Career and Technical Scholarship (CTS): Provides up to $1,500 per quarter, every quarter, toward eligible associate degrees, certificates, or apprenticeships at eligible community or technical colleges. WSOS can cover costs beyond tuition, such as housing, transportation, food and more. Visit https://waopportunityscholarship.org/applicants/career-technical/ for more information and the application. The Fall application cycle opens March 18. Deadline: April 15, 2026 at 9 pm
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Auxiliary Horton-Strength-Gail Post 3386 Scholarship: A total of four $1000 scholarships to eligible students who are a son, daughter, grandchild, step child, or step grandchild of a current member in good standing of the Post or Auxiliary.  One of the four scholarships is solely for the Davenport and surrounding area. Click here for more information and and application.  Deadline: April 15, 2026
Bessie and Godfrey Thompson Scholarship: For worthy students who reside in Lincoln County and have graduated and received a diploma from a high school in Lincoln County, and have been accepted at a college, technical school, or other school of higher learning. Click here for an application and more information. Deadline: April 15, 2026

Davenport Alumni Association Scholarship: Two annual scholarships to graduating seniors in the amount of $750 each.  Criteria for the scholarship include the ability to follow instructions, scholarship, leadership, and community involvement. Click here for an application and more information.  Deadline: April 17, 2026

Davenport Education Association Scholarship: The Davenport Education Association annually awards a scholarship to two Davenport High School graduating seniors. This year's scholarship is in the amount of $300 and will be announced at graduation. Applicants must plan to attend either a 2-year or 4-year college or university, graduate from DHS this current year, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher at the end of 7 semesters. Click here for more information and an application. Deadline: April 17, 2026
Martha Hall Educational Trust:  The Martha Hall Educational Trust was established by Martha Hall for the purpose of providing scholarships to residents of Lincoln County, Washington.  Students can receive a maximum of four grants.  Students must maintain reasonably good grades and be a full time student. Visit https://webportalapp.com/sp/martha_hall_scholarship for an application and more information.  Deadline: April 20, 2026
Chapter N P.E.O. Scholarship: A $500 scholarship to a 2026 high school graduating young woman from Davenport High School. The goal of this scholarship is to recognize young women who have a desire to seek growth and knowledge through education, a willingness to contribute to their community, and an aspiration for personal development. Minimum GPA 3.0 required. Click here for more information and an application. Deadline: April 22, 2026 at 5 pm

The McCallum Family Scholarship: Dave McCallum's family pioneered in the Davenport area. Dave was an attorney in Davenport and an alumnus of Davenport High School, having graduated in 1906. The family of Dave McCallum has established a scholarship fund for graduating seniors from Davenport High School in memory of Dave McCallum. This year's scholarship recipient will receive $2,000 and may continue to receive a scholarship for an additional 3 years if remaining and progressing satisfactorily in a four-year school.  Click here for an application and more information. Deadline: Apr 24, 2026

The Walt & 'Sugar' Kik Scholarship: Walt and Sugar Kik were dedicated to making a difference for the youth of the community and devoted countless time and energy to local programs. Their legacy and commitment to providing a better life for others continues with a scholarship in their name. Click here for more information and an application.  Deadline: April 24, 2026
Ritzville Warehouse Foundation Scholarship: Open to any senior boy or girl graduating from a high school in the Ritzville Warehouse Co. trade area whose parents are active members of Ritzville Warehouse Co. and meet the eligibility qualifications. Click here for more information and an application. Deadline: April 30, 2026.
Jodi Piper Memorial Scholarship: It was Jodi's wish to see students become more invested in their community.  This $500 scholarship reflects her wish and is not based on need nor grades, but rather on community service.  Selection will be made based on community service and the required essay.  Open to 2018 DHS grads who must be furthering education at an accredited trade or technical school, community college, state or private college or university.  Click herefor an application and more information.  Deadline: May 1, 2026

Donna McDowell Scholarship: In honor of Donna McDowell, a $2000 scholarship open to female DHS seniors with a minimum seventh semester 3.5 GPA.  Applicants must be pursuing a 2-4+ year college level business-related degree and/or be able to demonstrate an interest in business through community service, activities and/or work experience. Click here for an application and more information.  Deadline: May 1, 2026

Jake Booth Memorial Scholarship: This $1500 scholarship is funded by donations in memory of Jake Booth, a 2002 DHS graduate.  Applicants must be seeking a formal post-high school education below the baccalaureate degree.  This may include but is not limited to technical schools, trade union apprenticeship programs, or community college career and technical field programs. Click here for more information and an application.  Reapply for a second year: Click here.  Deadline: May 8, 2026

Mary Van Pevenage Memorial Scholarship:  In remembrance of Mary Van Pevenage and her family, a $1000 award for a DHS graduating senior.  Applicants must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA and proof of acceptance to a 4-year university or 2-year college.  Trade schools culminating in a job-ready position may be considered. Click here for an application and more information.  Deadline: May 8, 2026

Sandy Reider Scholarship: A 29 year Davenport School District employee, Sandy taught us all how to stay strong and possess hope and happiness.  She was selfless, humble, kind and patient.  This $500 scholarship in her name is for a deserving senior who will continue "growing and blooming" in their post-secondary studies.  A minimum 2.5 GPA is required for applicants pursuing an education at a 4-year, 2-year, or CTE (Trade) school. Click here for an application and more information.  Deadline: May 18, 2026
HighLine Grain Growers Scholarship:  Two $500 scholarships to qualifying seniors who are enrolling in a 2- or 4- year accredited college, university or trade school.  In recognition of the importance of the family farm, this award is intended for applicants who are either working for or have family members working with our regional industry.  Must have a 2.5 GPA with the intent to enroll in the fall of 2025.  Click here for more information and an application.  Submit to the high school office by 3 pm on the deadline.  Deadline: May 15, 2026
Careers That Work! Scholarship Program: $1000 for students enrolling in programs offered by member schools of the Northwest Career Colleges Federation. Examples include Aveda Institute, Divers Institute of Technology, Evergreen Beauty College, Paul Mitchell the School, and Perry Technical Institute. Visit www.nwcareercolleges.org for more information. Contact Ms. Hawley directly if you are interested in this scholarship opportunity. Deadline: June 1, 2026