The Lutz Family Scholarship was established to benefit students graduating from the Butler R-5 school system and electing to continue their education. The Lutz family grew up in Butler, where both daughters graduated, the wife taught English for many years, and the father was on the school board for nine years. The Lutz family’s wish is to give back or pay it forward to the Butler School District in return for all the opportunity provided to them.
Eligibility
- Must be a graduating senior from Butler High School, Butler, MO.;
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5;
- Must be pursuing a certificate or degree at any accredited technical or vocational school, junior college, college, or university.
Award Amount
Up to $5,000 per academic year.Renewable:May be renewed for three additional years of funding. A renewal application must be submitted with proof of continuing college enrollment and a minimum college cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Renewable
Up to $5,000 per academic year.Renewable:May be renewed for three additional years of funding. A renewal application must be submitted with proof of continuing college enrollment and a minimum college cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Deadline
The General Application for the 2026-2027 cycle will be available December 1, 2025 and due February 16, 2026 (including any requirements listed below).
Requirements
- Transcripts showing grades from Fall Semester 2025. Any applications submitted with transcripts omitting Fall Semester 2025 will not be considered.
- Essay explaining why you are the best candidate to receive this award (500 words maximum);
- Essay sharing your short- and long-term goals (500 words maximum).
- Essay sharing what the Butler School District has meant to you and how has it influenced you (500 words maximum).
- Submit a letter of recommendation from someone in the community (NOT someone associated with the Butler School System).
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