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The Mary J. Hammetter Scholarship: 

The Lukas Elementary PTA is honored to present the Mary J. Hammetter Scholarship to a former Lukas student who demonstrates all qualities of a Skywalker, qualities Mary herself radiated. Mary, a former parent and paraprofessional, dedicated her time and energy to Lukas Elementary. She was known for her kind spirit and her ability to persevere during the toughest of times and challenges. 

To Be A Skywalker

At Lukas Elementary, we believe in resilience, a growth mindset, and perseverance when faced with challenges. This is reflected in the way students demonstrate the FORCE at Lukas.
  • Fantastic Thinking - Thinking creatively and finding ways to solve problems
  • Own It - taking responsibility for your actions
  • Respect - being kind to one another, and having respect for yourself
  • Collaborate - understanding and respecting others’ thinking, sharing ideas,  working together
  • Engage - participating and being actively involved

Qualifications: 

  • Scholarship is open to students attending community college, 2-year or 4-year universities or colleges, or trade or vocational school in the upcoming fall. Funds will be send directly to the applicant's school of choice.
  • Award is a one-time payment of $1,000.00 
  • Non-Academic: this scholarship is not based on G.P.A. or extracurricular activity. Applicants do not need to submit grades.
  • Applicants must have attended Lukas at some point in the past
  • Applicants must be graduating from a Jefferson County High School.
  • The applicant selected must be willing to speak at Lukas's 5th Grade Graduation Ceremony held in May.
  • Applications must be submitted by: Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Essay Prompt:

Describe a time that you were faced with a challenge or obstacle. How did you persevere through the challenge? What did you learn? How will this serve you in your future?

essay requirements & Scoring

Applicants should answer the prompt in 750 words or less. 
Essays will be scored accordingly: 
  • Essay is on topic
  • Clear description of challenge/obstacle
  • Clear and concise explanation of how they persevered to overcome stated challenge/obstacle
  • Addresses how the experience will serve them in the future
  • Appropriate grammar and conventions
  • Writing is well organized.

Download the application

Completed essays and applications can be sent to the school or dropped off at the front office on or before 4/12/23. Please address Attn: PTA