The Senachwine Township is accepting applications for the Rhonda Downey Scholarship which will presented to a Henry-Senachwine High School senior.
Applicants should reside in Senachwine Township and must be graduating at the end of the current school year.
Applicants must provide a transcript from Henry-Senachwine High School, a resume of participation in activities during their high school career, a brief letter of recommendation from an advisor, teacher, or employer and a short essay outlining the applicants post-secondary education plans and their involvement in the community.
The Rhonda Downey Scholarship is a one-time award presented annually in honor of Rhonda Downey, who served as Senachwine Township Clerk for 21 years and served the community in many ways through FFA, Vacation Bible School, 4-H and several municipal committees and boards.
Applications should be sent to Rhonda Downey Scholarship, c/o Senachwine Township, PO Box 7, Putnam, IL 61560.
Applications are due by Wednesday, April 20 with a presentation at Henry-Senachwine High School to be held at a to be determined date.