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Basic Information

Deadline:
March 1, 2026

Description

This fund was established by Janet Petro and the late Bruce Petro, in honor of Bruce's parents, Dresdon and Dortha Hammer Petro. Bruce Petro owned a Buick dealership in Warsaw for many years. Dresdon and Dortha Petro had five sons. Dortha was a teacher. This scholarship assists students who intend to pursue teaching.

 Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for this scholarship:

  • Kosciusko County resident at the time of high school graduation OR Graduate of Monroe Central Jr/Sr High School in Randolph County
  • Field of Study: Education
  • Demonstrates financial need

Preference may be given to:

  1. Graduates of Monroe Central Jr/Sr High School pursuing a career in teaching at a school in Indiana
  2. Kosciusko County residents at the time of high school graduation who are pursuing a career in teaching at a school in Indiana

This scholarship is administered by the Kosciusko County Community Foundation.

Eligibility Criteria

Residency:
Kosciusko County
High Schools:
Lakeland Christian Academy, Tippecanoe Valley High School, Warsaw Community High School, Wawasee High School, Whitko High School, Monroe Central Jr./Sr. High School
Fields of Study:
Educational Administration and Supervision, Special Education and Teaching, Student Counseling and Personnel Services, Elementary Education and Teaching, Secondary Education and Teaching, Early Childhood Education and Teaching, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management