Verona Councilman Offers Volunteerism Scholarship

One Verona student will have the opportunity to earn a scholarship toward college, thanks to a local Councilman.

Fritz Scherz is offering the 4th annual "Fred Scherz, Sr. Memorial Scholarship for Volunteer Community Service."

The $250 award is self-funded by the Councilman, and will be awarded to a graduating student from Verona who has lived in the town since December and is engaged in community service. The student can attend a public or private high school, or be home schooled, as long as they graduate by June 30.

Scherz says he believes "if students get started in volunteering at a younger age, they'll continue to do so once they're out of school."

The scholarship was first offered in 2010.

To apply and for complete rules, click here. The deadline is set for May 1, 2013.