Marilyn Miller Harris Memorial Scholarship

MARILYN MILLER HARRIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Named in honor of Marilyn Miller Harris, this scholarship is awarded to an outstanding graduating senior of Ponca City High School.

Marilyn was born in Ponca City in 1933, to George W. Miller and Margaret Craddock Miller. She attended Ponca City High School from 1947 to 1951. She performed well academically and was active in numerous clubs and organizations. She went on to the University of Oklahoma where she graduated in 1955 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Audiology.

Several years later, after starting a family, Marilyn completed her teaching certificate and started a teaching career which spanned 26 years. She taught first grade in Norman, Oklahoma; first grade in New Haven, Indiana; and third grade in Bentonville, Arkansas. Teaching was her passion.

In her memory, the family of Marilyn Miller Harris would like to recognize scholarship recipients for their outstanding work in high school in hope that it will help them in their pursuit of a similarly rewarding career.

Eligibility

Graduating senior of Ponca City High School

Must have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and ACT composite score of 21 (or equivalent SAT score)

Must attend an accredited college/university, community college or career/technology center

Must demonstrate leadership, character and participation in school and community activities

Priority given to applicants with an interest in pursuing a degree in the field of education

Award

Amount - varies but at least $1,500 per year

Scholarship is renewable for three additional years at the discretion of the Communities Foundation of Oklahoma Grants Committee provided that the receipient:
          - maintains full-time enrollment (12 hours per semester)
          - maintains a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
          - submits required reports and transcripts
          - exhibits satisfactory personal attributes of character, leadership and participation in school activities

Scholarship may fund tuition and related fees, room and board, books and required materials, and living expenses.

Complete the online application to apply.