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Recognition Wall - Many Sizes Still Available
How to Request an Engraving......
Your visible commitment to education is a legacy that will live on...
Please help us continue the important work of the Foundation by donating a granite brick for the Recognition Wall. Donate a brick for yourself, in honor of someone or something special to you, your business or club, or as a perfect gift for someone special.
With your help, this project will:
- Give recognition to individuals and groups in a lasting, meaningful way
- Grow the Educational Foundation so it may continue to enrich the educational opportunities for our youth
- Add visual appeal to the entrance area and give it the look and feel of a main point of entry
Brick Sizes and Donations
- 4 x 8 granite brick $68.00
- 8 x 8 granite brick $118.00
- 8 x 16 granite brick $218.00
- Graphic Images (one per brick) $30.00 additional fee
Click on the "Order Form" in the next window to download the order form.
Mail the order form along with your check payable to CCEF:
Clinton Community Educational Foundation
PO Box 395
Clinton, Illinois 61727
For questions regarding the recognition wall:
Contact: Megan Myers
Ph: 309-212-9077
Recognition Wall - Brick Campaign
Due to a fantastic response, the Foundation elected to purchase the granite to complete the entire wall.....space is still available if you are interested in purchasing a brick! Scroll down below for a link to the order form. Orders are being accepted ongoing......Become a part of history!!
2021-2022 Classroom Grant Recipients
CCEF Classroom Grants
Douglas School
Abbey Youngberg - Math_Games=Fun!
Lincoln School
Angela Ball - Wordless Picture Books for Literacy Project
Clinton Elementary School
Bethany Coffman - StoryWalk
Laury Hubrich & Kari Klein - Can You Hear Me?
Christina Soberalski - Dusti Bowling Author Visit
Clinton Junior High School
Kayla Riedle - Technology Classroom Headphones
Karen Maharas - Math Classroom Kit
Haley Bevans - Earth Science: Making A Volcano Project
Kristi Payne - RtI: Increasing Opportunities to Close the Gap
Diana King - Living Skills Field Trips
Savannah Riegler - CNC Laser Module
Clinton High School
Fred Knap & Mark Tarbox - Wielding Shop Improvements
Special Projects
Douglas School - Ashley Nash - Read Across Clinton Lincoln School - Ginger Morgan - Outdoor Communication Board
CES - Kristin Wilson - Mighty Maroon Mileage Club Year 5
Dual Credit - Richland Community College
Vincent Green Memorial - Dual Credit Classes
We are pleased to announce that the Clinton Community Educational Foundation (CCEF) will continue to provide funding for dual credit classes for the 2024-2025 academic year thanks to the Vincent Green Memorial.
CCEF established a unique cooperative arrangement with Richland Community College in 2015. This arrangement provides eligible Clinton High School seniors the opportunity to obtain college credit for coursework completed as part of their high school curriculum – and at a significant savings to the student. For the 2024-2025 academic year, dual credit classes covered under this arrangement will include: English 101, English 102, Psychology 110, and Sociology 110 and will only cost the student $50.00 per class. Additionally, Environmental Biology and Chemistry 100 courses are taught by CHS staff so those courses are FREE to students minus just a lab fee each semester.
o Taking all four of the dual credit classes at Richland Community College would regularly cost $1,692.00.
o Students earn 12 college credit hours – almost an entire semester’s worth of classes! (Note - The free courses are four credit hour courses. If students took ALL of the courses we offer, they could earn 20 credits for the year.)
o Significant savings! Students save $1,492.00 by taking advantage of these dual credit classes while in high school.
The Clinton Community Educational Foundation wishes you all the best as you plan for your final year.
Where are these classes held?
In the past, we were very fortunate to have Richland Community College's Clinton Education Center located just to the Southwest of CHS. Currently, classes are being held at CHS.
How do I enroll?
In the Spring of the CHS student's Junior Year, guidance will work with all of the Junior Class to enroll for their Senior Class schedule. At this time the guidance office will need to know if you intend to take any of the Dual Credit Classes offered by CCEF through Richland Community College.
CCEF Scholarships that are Available to CUSD15 Graduates
Scholarships
The CCEF Board oversees the selection and disbursement of nine scholarships. These scholarships are available to Clinton High School seniors that meet criteria as outlined in the scholarship application. (creation of another scholarship is in-progress)
- Constellation/Clinton Power Station Scholarship - $2,500 Award
- James Adcock Teacher Scholarship - $500 Award
- Gerald Ryan Scholarship - $250/500
- Vincent Green Scholarship - Dual Credit Classes
- Vincent Beggs Scholarship - $2500 & $5,000 Awards
- Chenoweth Farms Memorial Scholarship - $2500 Awards
- Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship - $1,000 Award
- AAK Mechanical Scholarship - $1500 Awards
- Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships - $1000 each
The Scholarship applications will be available in November. Applications may be downloaded at that time from the Scholarship Menu sections by clicking on the specific scholarship. The High School Guidance Office will also have them available for download off the school website by selecting CHS Student Services and then clicking on the Scholarship link.
About Our Scholarships
Vincent Beggs Scholarships
Constellation - Clinton Power Station Scholarship
Constellation - Clinton Power Station Scholarship
On behalf of the late Mr. Beggs, the Foundation would like to award four students, each with a $1,250 scholarship to continue their education next year. Additionally, this scholarship is renewable each year by the student, for up to the next three years-- making the total value of this scholarship $5,000.
The Beggs Scholarship Application
will be Available for Download in November 2024.
Application deadline is Wednesday – April 2, 2025
Beggs Memorial Scholarship: for students planning to enroll full-time at an accredited college or university to pursue an undergraduate degree.
Award Amount: $5000 (annual payment of $1250 up to four years)
Beggs Technical/Vocational Scholarship: for students planning to enroll full-time at an accredited vocational or technical institution of post-secondary education including programs at Community/Junior Colleges.
Award Amount: $2500 (one-time payment)
Constellation - Clinton Power Station Scholarship
Constellation - Clinton Power Station Scholarship
Constellation - Clinton Power Station Scholarship
The Constellation - Clinton Power Station Scholarship is Available to students graduating from CUSD15 in Clinton, Illinois.
Constellation has partnered with CUSD#15 to launch the Constellation Clinton Clean Energy STEM Scholarship Program, which provides students scholarship assistance, opportunities for internships and early career readiness support to help prepare them for rewarding careers within the energy industry. The scholarship recipient will also have an opportunity to participate in an internship at Constellation's Clinton Power Station.
$2,500 scholarship for one (1) high school student in underserved or under-represented communities in Illinois for student enrolling in a STEM program (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) at an accredited college or university.
$500 for vocational programming supporting STEM activities that provide skills to prepare students for work in the nuclear industry.
Applications will be Available for Download in November 2024
Applications are due Wednesday – April 2, 2025
Applications will also be available on the High School Student Services website under Scholarships.
James Adcock Teacher Scholarship
Constellation - Clinton Power Station Scholarship
Gerald Ryan Agriculture Scholarship
The James Adcock Teacher Scholarship will be awarded to a graduate of Clinton High School
who has been accepted or is currently enrolled
full-time in an undergraduate teacher-education program at an accredited college or university.
The amount of the scholarship award will be $500.
The scholarship recipient will be the person who is deemed most qualified by the scholarship committee. Selection will be made on the basis of information provided on the application forms, an official transcript, an essay, and recommendations.
Applicants (including past recipients) may reapply for the scholarship for subsequent years.
Submit the completed application packet to the Clinton Community Educational Foundation, care of the Clinton High School Guidance Department, or mail directly to the CCEF, P.O. Box 395, Clinton, IL 61727. Deadline is Wednesday – April 2, 2025.
Gerald Ryan Agriculture Scholarship
Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship
Gerald Ryan Agriculture Scholarship
The Gerald “Jerry” Ryan Agriculture Scholarship is offered by the Jerry Ryan family in his memory.. Jerry was a DeWitt County farmer for many years. This scholarship will be awarded to a graduate of Clinton Community High School who has been accepted or is currently enrolled full-time in an undergraduate agricultural related program (individuals not pursuing an agricultural degree but who have been active in 4H and FFA or at least FFA in high school are also eligible) at an accredited junior college, college or university. The amount of the scholarship will be $500, one or two scholarships may be awarded.
Selection will be based on information provided on the application forms, an official transcript, an essay, and recommendations. Applicants (including past recipients) may reapply for the scholarship for subsequent years.
Submit the completed application packet to the Clinton Community Educational Foundation, care of the Clinton High School Guidance Department, or mail directly to the CCEF, P.O. Box 395, Clinton, IL 61727. Deadline is Wednesday – April 2, 2025
Chenoweth Family Memorial Scholarship
Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship
Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship
The Chenoweth Family Memorial Scholarship is to be awarded in an agriculture/home economics/hospitality area to honor the Chenoweth family's grandparents who were long-time farmers in DeWitt County, or in a music-related field (performance/education/music therapy) to honor the Chenoweth family's mother, a 1956 Wapella High School graduate.
This scholarship will be awarded to a graduate of Clinton high School who has been accepted or is currently enrolled full-time at an accredited university/community/technical college pursuing a four-year undergraduate or two-year degree.
Selection will be based on information provided on the application forms, an official transcript, an essay, and recommendations. Applicants may reapply for the scholarship for one subsequent year.
Submit the completed application packet to the Clinton Community Educational Foundation, care of the Clinton High School Guidance Department, or mail directly to the CCEF, P.O. Box 395, Clinton, IL 61727. Deadline is Wednesday – April 2, 2025
Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship
Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship
Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship
The Sgt. Rebecca “Becki” Farris Memorial Scholarship, named in memory of a former Clinton High School Alumni, recognizes the importance of Women in Law Enforcement Careers.
This scholarship is annual and is awarded $1,000 to one successful applicant.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:
• A young woman looking to start or continue education into a Law Enforcement career
- Other criteria per App
Selection will be based on information provided on the application forms, an official transcript, an essay, and recommendations. Applicants may reapply for the scholarship for one subsequent year.
Submit the completed application packet to the Clinton Community Educational Foundation, care of the Clinton High School Guidance Department, or mail directly to the CCEF, P.O. Box 395, Clinton, IL 61727.
Applications will be Available for Download in November 2024
Applications will also be available on the High School Student Services website under Scholarships.
Deadline is Wednesday – April 2, 2025
AAK Mechanical Scholarship
The Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships
Vincent Green Memorial Scholarship
AAK Mechanical Scholarship is to be awarded to students planning to enroll full-time at an accredited vocational or technical institution of post-secondary education.
This scholarship is for those students who wish to pursue a career by means of a vocational or technical institution. An example of a trade could be welding, pipefitting, cosmetology, HVAC, massage therapy, electrician, plumbing, construction management, and many more.
Selection will be based on information provided on the application forms, an official transcript, an essay, and recommendations. Applicants may reapply for the scholarship.
Applications will be Available for Download in November 2024
Submit the completed application packet to the Clinton Community Educational Foundation, care of the Clinton High School Guidance Department, or mail directly to the CCEF, P.O. Box 395, Clinton, IL 61727.
Deadline is Wednesday – April 2, 2025
Vincent Green Memorial Scholarship
The Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships
Vincent Green Memorial Scholarship
Vincent Green Memorial Scholarship
For more information go to
Dual Credit Classes Section
The Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships
The Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships
The Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships
The Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships, named in memory of a former Clinton High School and Parkland College Alumni, and State Farm employee, recognize the importance of business degrees in today’s society.
One application is open to current high school seniors that plan to pursue a business-related program at a junior college or 4-year college or university. The amount of the scholarship will be $1,000.
The other scholarship is open to current high school seniors that plan to pursue a degree by attending Parkland College upon graduation. The amount of the scholarship will be $1,000.
Applications will be Available for Download in November 2024
Submit the completed application packet to the Clinton Community Educational Foundation, care of the Clinton High School Guidance Department, or mail directly to the CCEF, P.O. Box 395, Clinton, IL 61727.
Deadline is Wednesday – April 2, 2025
See Scholarship menu to download Forms
See Scholarship menu to download Forms
The Deanna Spencer Memorial Scholarships
Mission Statement & Charter Members
Mission and Goals
Mission and Goals
Mission and Goals
The Clinton Community Educational Foundation’s mission is to acquire and distribute resources to Clinton Community Public Schools District 15 to enhance, enrich, or supplement learning opportunities for its students, staff, and community.
The Foundation achieves its mission through direct support for student development, staff excellence and creativity, and School/Community partnerships.
Contact Us:
CCEF
PO Box 395
Clinton, IL 61727
Email us at info@ccef15.org
Charter Members
Mission and Goals
Mission and Goals
The funds of the Clinton Community Educational Foundation are made available primarily through the generosity of community members through their donations. Donations may be designated for a specific program or may be left undesignated.
You may become a “Charter Member” of the Foundation by making a donation of $2000.00. Charter member funds build and strengthen as endowment. Only the interest income is utilized to satifly the Foundation's mission and goals.
Our Charter Members
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Thorp
Mr. & Mrs. George Williams
Mr. & Mrs. Scott Baum
Mrs. Eunice Harbach
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Stokowski
Dr. & Mrs. John Veirs
Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Thorp
Mr. & Mrs. Gene Vance
Charter Members
Mission and Goals
Charter Members
Charter Members continued
Mr. Max Stites
Mrs. Mary Mitchell Stites
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Arnold
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Davenport
Drs. Terry & Monica DeGrauwe England
Mrs. Lael Armstrong
Dr. & Mrs. Harold Weinberg
Mr. & Mrs. Ted Lowers
Mr. & Mrs. Evan Severson
Mr. & Mrs. Nick Waddock
Mr. & Mrs. Jon Willoughby
Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Holmes
Mr. & Mrs. Rod Wertz
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Wargel
Ms. Mary Calvert
Mr. & Mrs. Curt Harbach
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Archey
Mr. & Mrs. Alex Calvert
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Gullone
The John Warner Bank
DeWitt Savings Bank
Exelon Corporation
About Us
How CCEF began
The Clinton Community Educational Foundation (CCEF) began in 2006; receiving their 501(c) (3) status in May 2007. A non-profit organization, the CCEF began as a grass-roots effort to assist the school district in their ongoing efforts to keep up with the growing deficit created by the State of Illinois. It is the goal of the CCEF to provide support to meet the educational needs of the CUSD15 students. As of today, over $500,000 has been awarded in classroom grants and scholarships. The CCEF also facilitated the construction of the High School's Riddle Memorial Greenhouse and established the offsite Richland Community College Dual Credit Classes for CHS Seniors. We have been entrusted with a few endowments that allow for us to offer several amazing scholarship opportunities for CUSD15 graduates.
The Foundation is always seeking new people and ideas to assist in its endeavors. Persons interested in making a donation or joining the Foundation as a Board Member may contact the Unit Office or speak with an existing Foundation Member.
Our Board of Volunteers
CCEF Board of Directors
Officers
Megan Myers, Chairperson
2796 State Hwy 51
Clinton, IL 61727
217-358-9750 (C)
Terry Husted, Vice Chairperson
14642 Town Hall Rd
Clinton, IL 61727
217-412-0193 (C)
Stephanie Huffman, Treasurer
6646 Third St
Clinton, IL 61727
217-855-3408 (C)
Chris Shaffer, Secretary
14120 Halsey Rd
Waynesville, IL 61778
309-826-1955 (C)
Board Members
Rachel Costello
2 Kelli Ct
Clinton, IL 61727
217-935-7452 (W)
Hillary Hines-Holl
Tina Baxter
420 W. Main Street
Clinton, IL 61727
847-977-7213
Emeritus Board Members
Eileen Carter
Clinton IL 61727
Russell Long
Clinton, IL 61727
Kim Toohill
Clinton, IL 61727
Parker Toohill
Chicago, IL 60626
Liaisons from CUSD15
Administrative Liaison
Drew N. Goebel, Superintendent
217-935-8321
Board of Education Liaison
Jenny Rudat, School Board Member
309-275-5968
Building Liaisons
Paula Barton pbarton@cusd15.org
and
Amanda Moser amoser@cusd15.org
Douglas School
Gina Anderson, Lincoln School
Monica Kessinger,CES
Karen Maharas, CJHS
Nicole Benedict Barber Lowers, CHS
(past CUSD15 Liaisons)
Becky Mehrkens, CJHS
Administrative Liaison
Curt Nettles, Superintendent
In Memory of
Ruth A Lowers
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