Donald & LaRene Ayres Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2012 by the estate of LaRene Ayres. This annual scholarship is for a graduate of Canton Area High School who is pursuing any worthwhile education or training program. This is not restricted to a formal two or four year college and the decision is based on merit and not need.

Donald and LaRene Ayres were both teachers in the Canton School District. Don taught social studies and academic math, he directed school plays and musicals for thirty years. LaRene was a Kindergarten teacher who helped shape the lives of many young girls and boys. This scholarship was established in 2012 through the estate of LaRene.

• Graduating senior from Canton Area High School.
• Accepted into an accredited university, college or technical school. This is not restricted to a formal college education.
• Essay (200-250 words double spaced) on why you have chosen this career path and reasons why you are qualified and deserve the scholarship.
• Attach a transcript of your high school grades.
• This is a merit scholarship.
• Please provide a list of school based activities (including leadership positions, clubs and athletics) as well as community volunteer activities and the number of months or year