Sheriff announces availability of John Dennis Scholarship applications

Saline County Sheriff Wally George has announced the availability of the John Dennis Scholarship.

The scholarship will be awarded by the Missouri Sheriff's Association.

The $1,000 scholarship will be presented to 16 college-bound, Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a criminal justice career and will be attending a Missouri college or university.

Applicants must be in good standing with their school, have a good reference from their school counselor, demonstrate financial need, have a 2.0 GPA or higher, and be active in extra-curricular activities.

Also required is a paragraph attached to the application detailing goals 10 years after high school graduation.

Students interested in applying for the scholarship may contact Sheriff Wally George, or the Missouri Sheriff's Association and Training Academy, 6605 Business 50 West, Jefferson City, MO 65109. Phone: 573-635-5925, ext. 10, or send an e-mail to Karen@mosheriffs.com to obtain an application.

Applications must be submitted by Jan. 31, 2010.