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Basic Information

Deadline:
January 31, 2026

Description

Joel “Jody” Kessler, born in Auburn, was a 1977 graduate of DeKalb High School, where he excelled in tennis and baseball and was a member of the state finalist baseball team. He loved music and was a huge NASCAR fan. Jody was a metal fabricator, and his family said he could fix anything. Jody helped countless people over the years, and the impact he made on those around him lives on. His family started this scholarship in 2022 to recognize and honor that impact. This scholarship is intended for students who are pursuing a vocational or technical degree and is administered by the Community Foundation of DeKalb County. The application is open December 1st through January 31st.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
DeKalb County
High Schools:
Homeschool, Garrett High School, DeKalb High School, Eastside Jr./Sr. High School, Hamilton Jr./Sr. High School, Lakewood Park Christian School
Fields of Study:
Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians, CONSTRUCTION TRADES, Mason/Masonry, Mason/Masonry, Carpenters, Electrical and Power Transmission Installers, Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection, Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services, MECHANIC AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR), PRECISION PRODUCTION, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, Sheet Metal Technology/Sheetworking, Tool and Die Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIALS MOVING, Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew, Construction Management
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