WASBO Foundation Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials

Introduction and Mission
WASBO’s mission includes advocating for funding that delivers excellent educational opportunities for every child in Wisconsin. While most WASBO members serve 4K–12 public school districts, the organization recognizes the importance of learning at every stage of life. The WASBO Foundation supports that vision by providing multiple scholarships to help students pursuing undergraduate and graduate studies. The Foundation expresses its gratitude to sponsors, members, and donors whose contributions make these educational awards possible.

2026 Scholarship — Key Dates
- Application deadline: February 3, 2026
- Scholarship recipients will be notified in April 2026 and announced at WASBO’s Spring Conference and in the June 2026 issue of WASBO Focus.

Funding and Acknowledgment
Matching funds for the 2026 scholarships are supplied through donations, WASBO Service Affiliate sponsorships, the WASBO Foundation Scholarship Golf and Bike fundraisers, and other Foundation revenue-generating activities. The Board of Trustees thanks everyone who supports this scholarship program.

2026 WASBO Matching Scholarships (amounts and sponsors)
- $4,000 student scholarship — EMC Insurance Companies
- $4,000 Joel Konze Memorial / Facilities Management Conference student scholarship — Stalker Sports Floors & Findorff
- $3,000 student scholarship — BMO Bank N.A.
- $3,000 student scholarship — Nexus Solutions
- $1,000 student scholarship — National Insurance Services and Miron Construction

Scholarships Recognizing WASBO Members
Selections for these awards are made by the WASBO member being honored:
- $3,000 WASBO President’s Scholarship — sponsored by UnitedHealthcare
- $1,500 Wallace E. Zastrow Award Scholarship — sponsored by Community Insurance Corporation
- $1,500 School Business Official of the Year Scholarship — sponsored by M3 Insurance

Eligibility
- Awards are intended for graduating high school seniors in the spring of the selection year.
- Recipients may pursue any field of study at any accredited public or private college or university.
- The primary aim is to provide financial assistance to deserving students.

Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following materials (do not staple documents):
1. Completed application form.
2. One-page personal letter addressed to the Board of Directors or Selection Committee describing your goals and career objectives.
3. High school scholastic record (transcript).
4. One-page résumé summarizing co-curricular involvement, community service, and employment.
5. Two letters of recommendation: one from a community member and one from school district staff.
6. A one-page, typed response to the essay question on the scholarship application. This response must follow an interview with your school district’s superintendent, business manager, or bookkeeper.
7. A recent photograph (original or reprint on photo paper, or an electronic photo emailed to kristin.hauser@wasbo.com). Photos will not be returned; physical photos must have the applicant’s name printed on the back.

Thank You to Our Sponsors
WASBO and the Foundation extend appreciation to the many sponsors whose support allows scholarships to be awarded to outstanding high school seniors and students pursuing careers in school business management.