Alice & Charles Taylor Scholar‑Athlete LEAD Scholarship
Everything your team needs to inform students, promote info sessions, and support on‑time, complete applications. Criteria & requirements remain consistent statewide.
Choose Your Role
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- Post morning announcement (EN/ES) + add timeline to bulletin.
- Email seniors & parents the checklist + session link.
- Request posters/print kits if needed.
Top Files
Counselor One-Pager PDF
Morning Announcements (EN/ES) DOC
Student Checklist PDF
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- Give 5-minute talk.
- Share QR flyer in team chat.
- Send captains challenge.
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- Invite coaches to briefing.
- Add PA reads to game scripts.
- Post posters near gyms.
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- Approve posters/announcements.
- Share toolkit campus-wide.
- Schedule 10-min staff slide.
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- Cascade toolkit to schools.
- Add portal link to district site.
- Place 10-min admin agenda item.
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- Join a Student & Parent info session (30–45 min).
- Download the Student Checklist and review eligibility.
- Talk to your school counselor about timelines & materials.
Top Files
Student Flyer PDF
Student Checklist PDF
Parent Info Night Invite (EN/ES) DOC
Download CenterTimeline
Awareness & Info Sessions
Applications Open (Submittable)
Review & Notifications
Recognition & Stories
Info Sessions
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2025–26 Academic Year Timeline
Dates reflect the 2025–26 academic year. Check this page regularly for updates.
| Start | End | Item | Notes / Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2025 | Jan 30, 2026 | Scholarship Communication & Ourtreach | Scholarship portal accessible for counselors, coaches, athletic directors, principals, superintendents. |
| Jan 19, 2026 | Feb 27, 2026 | Information Sessions | Virtual info sessions with foundation team open to all (see Info Sessions). |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Apr 10, 2026 | Scholarship Applications Open | Applications available on Submittable |
| Apr 13, 2026 | May 1, 2026 | Applications Reviewed by Scholarship Committee | Multi-Round Process |
| May 4, 2026 | May 8, 2026 | Announcements & Notifications | Scholarship Recipients Announced (Schools and recipients notified) |
This table lists start and end dates for each milestone, with notes.
Scholarship Application Requirements
LEAD Pillars
- Leadership
- Educational Excellence
- Athletic Achievement
- Distinguished Community Service
Eligibility Standards
- On track to graduate from an accredited high school this academic year.
- Minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA.
- Participation in two (2) or more sports during high school (we encourage students not to specialize in a single sport).
- Active community service in the local community.
- Plans to enroll full-time in a bachelor’s program at an accredited post-secondary institution or a post-secondary vocational/trade program in the upcoming fall.
- Financial need will be considered.
Mountain Home High School remains eligible every year. The statewide rollout adds regions in phases as listed above.
Application (via Submittable)
- Online Scholarship Application Form — Complete the application.
- Virtual Video Interview — Start your interview.
- Statements of Recommendation (2) — Share the recommendation form with at least one (1) coach and one (1) teacher.
Recommendations must be submitted directly by the recommender(s). We recommend students invite recommenders early.
Program Notes
Each year, the Alice & Charles Taylor Scholar-Athlete LEAD Scholarship honors outstanding student-athletes who embody the values of integrity, perseverance, leadership, and service that Alice and Charles Taylor instilled in their family and community.
The program will continue to recognize at least two (2) Mountain Home High School senior scholar-athletes annually—one female and one male—who exemplify excellence in the classroom and in athletics. Recipients share scholarships totaling $1,000+ each year. Nominations may be submitted by teachers, coaches, administrators, or the scholar-athletes themselves.
Beginning in 2026, the scholarship program expands statewide over a three-year period to reach more deserving student-athletes across Idaho:
- Region 1 (2026): District III (Southwestern Idaho) and District IV (South Central Idaho)
- Region 2 (2027): District V (Southeastern Idaho) and District VI (Eastern Idaho)
- Region 3 (2028): District I (Northern Idaho) and District II (North Central Idaho)
By 2028, the scholarship will serve student-athletes across all six Idaho districts.
Once the selection process is completed and validated, scholarship funds are issued to the appropriate school contact for disbursement in accordance with school policy.
FAQs
Do criteria change as you expand?
No. Criteria and requirements stay the same statewide.
When are applications open?
January–February (exact dates announced each fall).
How do we request a school visit?
Use the Request Support form and include 2–3 preferred windows.