Michael Polchow Lifelong Learning Legacy Scholarship

This scholarship was established by Heather Anderson, Early Childhood Education Instructor and the proud daughter of Michael Polchow. Throughout his life Michael was committed to the value of education. It is most fitting that his support of lifelong learning be the lasting legacy he passes on to deserving students at Scott Community College.

Preference will be given to students who meet the following criteria:

  • Are enrolled in Early Childhood Education
  • Have successfully completed Curriculum I and II
  • Have a minimum 3.5 GPA
  • Are working in the Early Childhood Education industry
  • Provide one reference from their employer

Scholarship Use
This scholarship is awarded for the Fall 2025 semester.
Scholarship awards will be applied to your tuition, books, and fees first. For more information on how to use your remaining scholarship dollars, please reach out to the SCC Foundation. Any rollover dollars must be used by the end of the Spring 2026 semester. SCC Foundation scholarships are non-transferable.

Donor
Heather Anderson
Award
$750
Deadline
Supplemental Questions
  1. Have you successfully completed Curriculum I and II in the Early Childhood Education program?
  2. Are you currently working in the Early Childhood Education industry?
  3. Preference for this scholarship award will be given to students who provide one reference from their employer in the Early Childhood Education Industry. If you did not have them as a reference on the general application or other scholarships you can add them here:
    • Name and Email:
      (if you already requested a reference from your employer, please select their name in the dropdown below)