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The STARS Scholarship Program

Providing A Foundation For Your Future!

The STARS Scholarship provides up to $2000 per year to non-traditional students who are parents wanting to go back to school for an Associate's Degree, license or certification.

***Starting June 2010, the STARS Scholarship will be offered to parents wanting to pursue a Bachelor's Degree.

This scholarship provides money to cover expenses not covered by financial aid or other programs. It may be granted for up to three years as long as the student remains full-time and is working on a degree, license or certification.

The STARS Scholarship may be used at Iowa Western Community College, Kaplan University, EQ School of Hair Design, Metropolitan Community College, ITT Tech, and other schools offering a minimum of a one year program.

STARS Recognition Ceremony

2010-2011 Scholars

at Holiday Inn Ameristar May 20, 2010

STARS Program Director

Marsha Grandick is the Director for the STARS Scholarship Program. She comes to the Community Education Foundation (CEF) after teaching in the Council Bluffs Community School District for 31 years. Prior to taking the position at CEF, she worked as the Special Projects Coordinator at UNO's College of Education. She also worked for three years as a CADRE Associate for UNO's College of Education and Council Bluffs Community School District. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Iowa State University and a Master of Education Degree from Lesley University.