Deadline For All Scholarships:
March 1, 2026
future leaders scholarship
Who can apply?
Central USD high school seniors with a 2.0 GPA or higher pursuing a higher education at an accredited trade school, college or university. Students who apply should be ready to share how they align with the Central Unified Guiding Principals and District Core Values.
Award Amount
(3) $2,000 Scholarship
Central High Heritage Scholarship
Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Silva Family, one ambitious Central High School Senior will receive the prestigious Central High Heritage Scholarship—a $5,000 investment in your agricultural dreams.
This transformative opportunity carries on our community’s rich farming heritage while supporting the next generation of agricultural innovators. The Silva Family’s gift isn’t just a scholarship—it’s a vote of confidence in your potential to shape the future of agriculture.
WHO CAN APPLY?
Graduating seniors from Central High School with a 2.0 GPA or higher.
MAJOR SPECIFIC: Agriculture related major planning to attend a 4-year University.
AWARD AMOUNT
(1) $5,000 Scholarship
Dreamer Scholarship
WHO CAN APPLY?
Applicants must be a graduating senior from a Central Unified High School, and be the first in their family to attend college.
Graduating seniors with a 2.0 GPA or higher pursuing a higher education at an accredited trade school, college or university.
AWARD AMOUNT
(2) $2,000 Scholarship
Central Unified Alumni Scholarship
WHO CAN APPLY?
Central Unified Alumni
Qualifications: You must provide proof that you graduated from a Central Unified High School at least five years prior to the date of your application. You must also submit proof of enrollment for the upcoming school year pursuing a higher education at an accredited trade school, college or university.
AWARD AMOUNT
(2) $1,000 SCHOLARSHIP
Central Unified Employees Scholarship
Are you dreaming of advancing your career at Central Unified? Here’s some exciting news: WE WANT TO INVEST IN YOU! Whether you’re already hitting the books or planning to start your academic adventure, an amazing opportunity awaits. A $1,000 scholarship could be yours, helping turn your educational dreams into reality.
Don’t let this chance slip away – your next step toward success could be supported by the Foundation For Central Schools
WHO CAN APPLY?
Applicants must be full-time or part-time employees of Central Unified with at least three years of service by January 2026. They must also be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree, Administrative Credential, or higher at an accredited college or university. Scholarships are not available to children or spouse of employee.
AWARD AMOUNT
(3) $1,000 SCHOLARSHIP
