Edu briefs

Students awarded scholarships to attend Southeast

The following local students have been awarded scholarships to attend Southeast Missouri State University for the 2014-2015 academic year: Myranda Hill of Jackson, who will be a 2014 graduate of Jackson High School and is the daughter of Tim and Katy Hill, received the University Scholarship; Helena Hedge of Advance, Mo., who will be a 2014 graduate of Advance High School and is the daughter of Leah and the late Thomas Hedge, received the Regents' Scholarship; Mikayla Marler of Glenallen, Mo., who will be a 2014 graduate of Woodland High School in Marble Hill, Mo., and is the daughter of Shawn and Misty Kirkpatrick, received the University and Residence Life scholarships; and Jason Goodman of Jonesboro, Ill., who will be a 2014 graduate of Anna-Jonesboro High School and is the son of Michael and Rebecca Goodman, received the Regents' Scholarship.

Hadler named student of the month

Kaylie Hadler, a senior at Perryville High School in Perryville, Mo., was honored by the Perryville Elks Lodge 2701 as student of the month for September. Hadler, the daughter of Randy and Tina Hadler, received a $500 scholarship from the Elks. Hadler has been active in varsity volleyball, student council, chamber choir and the PBS committee, and she is president of the Perryville chapter of the National Honor Society. Last year, Hadler earned a spot on the all-district volleyball team and also was a member of the all-district choir, and she has earned several class awards that include algebra, biology, consumer education and world history. After graduation, Hadler plans to pursue an elementary education degree.

Agriculture scholarship applications available

The Missouri State Fair Youth in Agriculture scholarship application is now available online at mostatefair.com/youth-in-agriculture. Applications should be submitted to the Missouri State Fair and must be postmarked by Feb. 1. The scholarship is for Missouri high school seniors who will graduate in 2014 and are active members of 4-H or FFA. Eligible scholarship applicants must plan to enroll in an accredited Missouri college or university and pursue a degree in agriculture. Applicants must also have participated at least once as a 4-H or FFA exhibitor at the Missouri State Fair, however applicants cannot have sold livestock in a past Missouri State Fair Sale of Champions auction. For more information, contact the Missouri State Fair at 1-800-422-3247 or email mostatefair@mda.mo.gov.