The Thayer Group Scholarship
For Graduating Seniors of Castle View High School
As strong advocates of small business and entrepreneurship, we are honored to support a deserving college-bound CVHS graduate with a $2,500 scholarship in partnership with our preferred lender Vlad Bogomolov at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. The scholarship may be used at any post-secondary program of the recipient's choice, including a four-year university, community college, technical/vocational school, or trade school.
Award Amount
$2,500 Scholarship
Who It Is For
Graduating CVHS Seniors
Eligible Programs
University, College, Trade, Vocational
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Attended Castle View High School for their complete Junior and Senior years
- Worked at a local business during high school for a minimum of 90 consecutive days
- Intend to attend post-secondary education in the year immediately following graduation
- Graduate with a cumulative weighted GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Have an acceptable attendance record
How to Apply
Please review the steps below before submitting your application.
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Review the qualification requirements to ensure eligibility.
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Complete the two required essay prompts (250 to 500 words each).
Letter of Introduction
Include your accomplishments to date, family background, the schools you are applying to, the degree you are seeking, and your financial need (if any). Please also provide a brief summary of how you plan to use the scholarship funding if selected.Essay
Why do you feel small businesses are an important part of a community? Feel free to include personal experience and real-world examples. -
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Complete the application form using the button below.
⏰ Deadline: April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM Submit your application before the deadline using the button below.
Application hosted via Tally.
Past Scholarship Recipients
2025 Scholarship Winner - Haaris Sajid
Haaris will be attending the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder where he will be studying Accounting and Management Information Systems.
2024 Scholarship Winner - Tessa Boehm
Tessa will be attending Marquette University where she will be studying physical therapy and playing on the D1 lacrosse team.
2023 Scholarship Winner - Ariana Ewald
2022 Scholarship Winner - Zaccharia Waggoner
2021 Scholarship Winner - Isaac Bohrer
2020 Scholarship Winner - Jack Mulenhaupt
