Kevin Kilstofte Memorial Scholarship Fund

Background:

This scholarship was established in loving memory of Kevin, by the Board of Education and staff of the Freedom Area School District where he served as the District Administrator. Mr. Kilstofte had a resounding passion and big love for educating and inspiring children to meet their full potential. Kevin’s passion and dedication went beyond the classroom as he served as a coach and mentor to many. After moving to Green Bay in 2001, he worked for the Denmark School District as High School Assistant Principal and Principal, and when called upon, he worked as Principal of the Middle School. In 2012, Mr. Kilstofte joined the staff of the Freedom Area School District as the District Administrator. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who also loved sports and cooking. Mr. Kilstofte lived a life of integrity and always knew how to add a touch of humor to any situation. He is dearly missed, his legacy will be carried on through our memories, his impact on thousands of students, and this scholarship award.

Eligibility: (taken into consideration to determine recipients)

• Graduating seniors from Freedom High School • Planning to attend a 2- or 4-year college, university or technical school as a full-time student • Minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA • Preference will be given to a student pursuing a career in the trades (such as Automotive, Manufacturing, Electrical, Information Technology or Construction) • Financial need will be considered

Award Amount:

One $500 non-renewable scholarship award for tuition expenses.

Selection:

Recipients are recommended each spring by the Freedom High School Scholarship Selection Committee.

Collecting the Award & Payment Procedure:

Recipients must fill out and submit Scholarship Acceptance Form and Scholarship Verification Form through the Scholarship Portal (https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cffvrscholar). Recipients are required to provide supporting documents as instructed in the Scholarship Verification Form, such as class registration/list with credits listed, proof of major, grade transcript, etc. After approval of online Scholarship Verification Form, the scholarship check will be paid directly to the school the recipient will be attending. The Community Foundation communicates with students via email; it is the student’s responsibility to keep their Scholarship Portal account updated with their current email address.

Loss of Eligibility:

Failure to register as a full-time student at an accredited college, university or technical school for the first semester of the freshman year of college.

Further Information:

• Freedom High School Guidance Department • Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region o Website www.cffoxvalley.org/scholarships/ o Email scholarships@cffoxvalley.org o Phone 920.702.7629