Thank you so much for taking the time to apply for this scholarship.
This foundation was created several years ago and has awarded over $300,000 for scholarships to graduating seniors from Oliver W. Holmes High School. The foundation is named after William “Bill” Ludwikowski, an alumnus, who was a member of the class of 1977. Although Bill’s graduation ceremony took place in a hospital room, and he succumbed to his cancer shortly after receiving his diploma, he has always been considered one of our finest classmates and graduates.
Bill was diagnosed with cancer in the spring of our junior year. He fought a long and hard battle for a little over a year. Through our senior year he continued to be an honor student, athlete, and a contributing member to several school and civic organizations. It was his drive, and never ending determination that has led us to honor him in this way. It is that determination that we seek to reward with a scholarship to help with the expense of higher education. This scholarship is not solely based on academics nor need, but an accumulated score of both areas as well as other factors. Please take the time to read the application carefully, fill it out completely and return it prior to March 31st, 2024 to the following address.
William Ludwikowski Scholarship Foundation
Attn: Jeff Kuwamura
2002 Buckner Pass
San Antonio, Texas
78253
Or email:
paulkuwamura@yahoo.com
Please make sure that the following items are attached to the application.
- A letter of recommendation from a faculty member
- A completed application
- Your essay
Deadline: March 31st, 2024
Name:_________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________
City:_______________________ State:___________ Zip Code:____
Parents Name:__________________________________________
Phone Number:_________________________________________
Is either parent a graduate of O.W. Holmes: y___ n____
School related organizations:_________________________________
_________________________________________________________
Off campus organizations and volunteer program involvement:_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
College or University you are planning to attend:__________________________
In 300 words or more please tell us what are your current educational goals, also describe a story or an aspect of your life, that reflects many of your values, strengths, interests, community volunteerism, and life experiences.
Please attach one letter of recommendation from a faculty member from Oliver W. Holmes High School.
**If application is being sent via email, please make sure documents are saved as pdf files.
**Please make sure that your contact information is complete
**Return no later than March 31st, 2024.
