Historical figures in the banner are (L-R):  Rev. Jesse Knight, Frank Higel, Bertha Honoré Palmer, Dr. Fred Albee, John Nolen


Historical figures in the banner above are (L-R): 

Rev. Jesse Knight, Frank Higel, Bertha Honoré Palmer, Dr. Fred Albee, John Nolen

Scholarships

In harmony with its emphasis on education and community outreach, VAHS annually awards a scholarship to a deserving graduating senior at Venice High School:  The William Jervey Scholarship was established 2014.

VAHS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS FOR 2022


Left to Right:

William L. Harless

Dr. William Jervey Scholarship


Katharine Visner

Sue Chapman Scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA


A recipient must be a college-bound Venice High School senior who demonstrates financial need and has an interest in historical studies, as evidenced by the following or other related achievements:

  • A GPA in history courses of at least 3.25
  • Participation in regional or national History Day competitions
  • History-related extracurricular activities such as History Club or volunteer work at a historic site or similar experiences that reflect the student's area of historical interest.

Contact the Rotary Futures Program at Venice High School for specific application details.                                                                                           (941-480-3178 or www.rotaryfutures.org).

VAHS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and has registered with the State of Florida to solicit contributions.  A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES AT WWW.800HELPFLA.COM OR BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN (800-435-7352) OR OUTSIDE (850-410-3800) FLORIDA.  REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.” Ch 32089

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