Category Archives: Financial aid

Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation honors SCC students | dailyrepublic.com

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The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation joined students, families and faculty at Solano Community College’s Fall Scholarship Awards ceremony to celebrate local scholars supported through the tribe’s Momhi Scholarship program.

For the 2025–26 school year, 55 Solano College students received Momhi Scholarships totaling $51,000. Since 2024, the tribe has awarded 79 scholarships to students from Vallejo through its partnership with the college, continuing its long-term investment in expanding educational opportunities across the region.

Source: Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation honors SCC students | News | dailyrepublic.com

Essay contest open to 10-12 graders for scholarships | dailyrepublic.com

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The deadline for high schools in 10th to 12th grades to submit an essay for the 14th annual Solano County Constitution Essay Contest is closing fast.

“Celebrating the 238th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution, this contest challenges students to explore the theme: “Why is the ‘Separation of Powers’ as important today as it was when the founders wrote the U.S. Constitution?”

Source: Essay contest open to 10-12 graders for scholarships | News | dailyrepublic.com

Travis Credit Union Awards $40K in Scholarships – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Sarah Rodriguez

Every summer Travis Credit Union selects 20 local college-bound high school graduates to award the Community Impact Scholarship. This year, of those 20, eight were selected from Solano County schools.

“We are honored to support these outstanding students as they embark on their next chapter,” said Kevin Miller, president and CEO of Travis Credit Union. “Their hard work, resilience, and passion for giving back to their communities truly embody the spirit of Travis Credit Union’s Community Impact Scholarship.”

Source: Travis Credit Union Awards $40K in Scholarships to recent high school – The Vacaville Reporter

Cody Barr Awarded $27,000 Multi-Year Scholarship | Independent Voice

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Cody Barr, Dixon High School Class of 2025 graduate, is the Ernie and Mary Weyand Dixon Rotary Foundation Scholarship recipient for $27,000.Barr will attend Utah State University in the fall.

Barr will continue to receive this scholarship throughout all his higher education as long as he maintains a 3.0 GPA and majors in an agricultural-related field.

The Dixon Rotary Club is honored to be selected by Ernie and Mary Weyand to choose a student each year to receive their scholarship. The club wants to help Dixon students who want to pursue a higher education in an agricultural or agriculture-related field, so they set up a scholarship fund. Each year, a qualified student will receive a minimum of $25,000 as long as they meet the following criteria.

Source: Cody Barr Awarded $27,000 Multi-Year Scholarship | Independent Voice

Local high school students get scholarships from Travis Credit Union | dailyrepublic.com

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Travis Credit Union has shared the recipients of its 2025 Community Impact Scholarship during a virtual award ceremony.

Each graduating high school senior received a $2,000 scholarship to support their college education, in recognition of their academic achievements and dedication to community service.

The TCU Community Impact Scholarship program has awarded more than $637,000 to more than 400 students since it was established 21 years ago.

Source: Local high school students get scholarships from Travis Credit Union | News | dailyrepublic.com

Kairos lands $300K grant from U.S. DOE to launch new high school – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Richard Bammer

Some of the latest news regarding the U.S. Department of Education, from proposed employee layoffs to program cutbacks, has been worrisome for many.

But the Kairos Public Schools leader recently received some exceedingly welcome news from the federal agency: a $300,000 grant to help with the costs of opening the Vacaville independent charter school’s new high school.

The money, from the DOE’s 2025 Charter Schools Program for the Replication and Expansion of High-Quality Charter Schools, will be “a significant step in supporting Kairos as it launched Kairos Luminary Academy High School this year, adding an innovative and personalized learning educational model in Solano County,” Jared Austin, the school’s superintendent/CEO, said in a press statement Monday.

Source: Kairos lands $300K grant from U.S. DOE to launch new high school – The Vacaville Reporter

Soroptimist donating $30,000 to girls high school sports | dailyrepublic.com

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Armijo, Rodriguez and Fairfield high schools received good news this week from Soroptimist International of Central Solano County. The high schools will share $30,000 for girls’ sports programs and equipment.

At the club’s annual signature fundraising event, the “Roaring 20s,” on Feb. 22, auctioneer Vince Morrow led bidders in donating to this year’s Fund-A-Need.

Source: Soroptimist donating $30,000 to girls high school sports | News | dailyrepublic.com

Solano retired teachers offering scholarships for state credential – The Vacaville Reporter

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Are you a college grad and working on a California teaching credential? There’s good news.

The California Retired Teachers Association, Division 24, Solano County, is offering scholarships to encourage college graduates who are Solano residents, planning to enter the teaching profession in the county but needing to complete work for a valid credential.

The C. Shirley Michel Scholarships are available for Solano residents who havebaccalaureate degrees, are currently enrolled in an accredited credential program, and who plan to teach — or are teaching — in the county.

Source: Solano retired teachers offering scholarships for state credential – The Vacaville Reporter

Probation receives $50,000 grant for music program | dailyrepublic.com

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Solano County Probation is one of five agencies to receive a $50,000 Arts Program grant for justice-involved youth.

“As part of this initiative, Solano County Probation will launch the “Today’s Future Sound” project … which will provide both in-custody and out-of-custody youth with a 12-week workshop featuring therapeutic and social interventions through music,” the staff report to the Board of Supervisors states.

“This project is part of the Solano County Probation’s Therapeutic Beat Making Arts Program, designed to serve justice-involved youth through culturally relevant and effective interventions.”

Source: Probation receives $50,000 grant for music program | News | dailyrepublic.com

Fairfield students received $10K PG&E scholarship | dailyrepublic.com

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Pamela Guzman, of Fairfield, was among the 60 students who received a PG&E Corporation Foundation 2024 Better Together STEM Scholarships.

“The scholarships are awarded to students pursuing degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math disciplines. STEM education fosters ingenuity, creativity, and experimentation, leading to new ideas, innovations, and technological advancements that can have global impact,” the foundation said in a statement.

Guzman was awarded $10,000.

Source: Fairfield students received $10K PG&E scholarship | News | dailyrepublic.com

Hispanic Chamber offering $1,000 scholarships | dailyrepublic.com

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The Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is offering three 2024 Future Leaders scholarships.

“This scholarship is designed to support and empower high school seniors and college freshmen from Solano County as they pursue higher education and work toward becoming the leaders of tomorrow,” the chamber announced.

An essay (500-700 words) or a short video is required and must include personal background, future goals and aspirations, involvement in school and the community and how this scholarship will help in achieving academic and career objectives.

Source: Hispanic Chamber offering $1,000 scholarships | News | dailyrepublic.com

SPI Launches Wildfire Relief for Schools – Year 2024 (CA Dept of Education)

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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond is calling for donations today to support students, families, and educators in light of a rash of wildfires taking place throughout the State of California. Tax deductible donations for schools and disaster victims can be made on the SupplyBank.org Disaster Relief Fund web page External link opens in new window or tab.

Superintendent Thurmond is currently in the Inland Empire, a region affected by some of the most devastating fires, providing on-the-ground support for emergency response in San Bernardino County and coordinating a statewide call for donations.

“Our school communities are hurting due to the wildfires that are, once again, ravaging our state,” Thurmond said. “Californians are resilient and generous and always have each other’s backs in times of crisis. Let’s continue to come together for our communities in need so they can get back on their feet.”

Source: SPI Launches Wildfire Relief for Schools – Year 2024 (CA Dept of Education)

Financial workshop for college-bound students planned | dailyrepublic.com

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The Fairfield Cordelia Library will host a financial planning workshop on Sept. 19.

The library is partnering with Bay College Planning for the one-hour, free workshop for parents and guardians of high school-aged students who plan to attend a college or university after graduation.

Topics to be addressed include financial aid application process; colleges that offer merit aid; developing a college funding plan; how to maximize scholarships; and CT and SAT exam preparation.

Source: Financial workshop for college-bound students planned | News | dailyrepublic.com

Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation establishes $400K scholarship to support Solano County students – The Vacaville Reporter

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By Thomas Gase

The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation on Friday announced the launch of the Momhi Scholarship Fund, created to provide financial support to students from the City of Vallejo pursuing higher education.

Momhi — which means “share” in the Patwin language — will contribute a total of $400,000 in scholarship funds to Touro University California, Cal State University Maritime Academy and Solano Community College.

“The Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation has deep roots in this region, which encompasses our ancestral homeland. We share a mission and vision with these educational institutions to uplift our community,” said Anthony Roberts, Chairman of the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation Tribal Council. “The Momhi Scholarship Fund, established earlier this year represents an invaluable opportunity for us to partner with Touro University California, Cal State University Maritime Academy and Solano Community College to help outstanding local students, who may not have the financial means to achieve their dreams.”

Source: Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation establishes $400K scholarship to support Solano County students – The Vacaville Reporter

Scholarship to honor beloved Vallejo teacher who died last year – Vallejo Sun

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By John Glidden

Nancy Orpilla was meant to be a teacher. Described as being patient, calm, and never having a bad word to say about any of her students, Orpilla’s death of cancer last year left a hole in the Vallejo school district that will likely never fully heal.

A beloved 1st grade teacher at Federal Terrace Elementary School, Orpilla died of lung cancer in April 2023. Her family, former colleagues and students are on a mission to support the next generation of teachers with a scholarship fund in her memory.

“Nancy loved being a teacher in Vallejo. She loved her students, she loved her colleagues,” said Orpilla’s husband, Mel Orpilla, who helped spearhead the memorial scholarship to honor his late wife.

Source: Scholarship to honor beloved Vallejo teacher who died last year

Student Leadership Council applications being accepted | dailyrepublic.com

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High school students living in the 4th Congressional District – which includes Vacaville, Dixon, Rio Vista and the surrounding areas – can apply to be part of their Student Leadership Council.

“Learning about the importance of government, responsible public service and leadership is vital to the education of our students,” U.S. Rep. Mike Thompson, D-St. Helena, said in a statement. He represents the district, which also includes all of Yolo, Napa and Lake counties, and parts of Sonoma County.

“The Student Leadership Council is an incredible opportunity for students from our region to gain these skills and work with other outstanding student leaders in a collaborative setting to learn about government. I encourage all high school students in our area to apply now.”

Source: Student Leadership Council applications being accepted | News | dailyrepublic.com

Vacaville Rotary Club awarding scholarships for high school seniors – The Vacaville Reporter

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The Vacaville Rotary Club is in search of deserving students seeking scholarships to use toward college education-related costs.

The Vacaville Rotary is looking for the next generation of leaders who want to honor those high-achieving students who go beyond their regular class work and have demonstrated a passion for service above self. 20 scholarships will be awarded in the amounts of $500 to $4,000 each totaling 28k.

High School Seniors in the Vacaville Unified and Travis Unified School Districts can pick up an application in their school counseling office or online at www.vacavillerotary.org.

Source: Vacaville Rotary Club awarding scholarships for high school seniors – The Vacaville Reporter

Dixon May Fair offering $25,000 in new ag scholarships – Daily Republic

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Friends of the Dixon May Fair has increased its scholarships to $25,000 for 2023.

The nonprofit reorganized its agricultural-related college scholarship program, and renamed it the Donnie and Tootie Huffman Scholarship Program in honor of its founding president and treasurer.

“This year we will award nine scholarships to Solano County students majoring in agriculture in either a four-year California university or a two-year California community college,” scholarship chairwoman Carrie Hamel said in a statement.

Source: Dixon May Fair offering $25,000 in new ag scholarships

Travis Credit Union offers college scholarships to high school seniors – Daily Republic

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College-bound high school graduates can apply for the Travis Credit Union 2023 Community Impact Scholarships.

Twenty scholarships totaling $40,000 will be awarded.

“We understand that paying for higher education can be a challenge for many families. Now more than ever we want to extend a hand to help support our local students and their families,” Travis Credit Union President and Chief Executive Officer Kevin Miller said in a statement. “We look forward to honoring and supporting our worthy young members as they pursue their college dreams.”

Source: Travis Credit Union offers college scholarships to high school seniors

Schools are going green with money from the federal government : NPR

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“In most school districts, the second-largest yearly expense after salaries is the energy bill.”

That’s a quote from Vice President Kamala Harris, speaking earlier this month at an elementary school in Washington, D.C.

She was announcing a new, multibillion-dollar federal push to renovate public schools in ways that are healthier both for children and the planet – and often, that save money too.

Source: Schools are going green with money from the federal government : NPR