Purpose:
To provide a scholarship for a graduating Benson High Magnet senior in memory of Milton Lorenz. Mr. Lorenz was a teacher at Benson for 37 years and passed away on September 16, 2014. He was a beloved math teacher for many years and at the point of his retirement was serving as the Director of Guidance for the School. He loved being a teacher at Benson High and took great pride in his profession, the students and the school.
Amount:
$1000.00 payable to an accredited 4-year college or university. Verification of enrollment should be sent to the Omaha Public Schools Foundation, 3861 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68131 for the check to be disbursed to the institution.
Eligible Recipients:
One graduating senior from Benson High School who is pursuing a degree in Math and/or Science
Selection Criteria:
- Academic achievement
- Citizenship/character
- Commitment to post-secondary education in the fields of Math and/or Science with the intention of becoming an educator.
- Financial need
Selection Process:
Benson High School will send a recommendation to the Omaha Public Schools Foundation. Should you be selected for this award, please send verification of your enrollment at the college or university of your choice and a “Thank You” note directed to the donor to Omaha Public Schools Foundation. The award will be forwarded to the college of choice upon receipt.
Administered by:
The Omaha Public Schools Foundation
Toba Cohen Dunning
3861 Farnam St.
Omaha, NE 68131
402.502.3032