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Contributions can be made by visiting the link below or scanning the QR Code.
To donate to the Brook Cecilia Cheuvront Memorial Scholarship, please click the link below:
Avery County Schools Education Foundation
Link to Local Scholarships: 2024-2025 Scholarship Guide
Upcoming Scholarship Deadlines and Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the Avery County School's Education Foundation is to enrich the lives of children enrolled in Avery County schools by providing financial access to educational experiences and scholarship opportunities which will enable qualified graduates to further their education.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to open doors for students in Avery County Schools by maximizing community investment through the Avery County Education Foundation
Core Beliefs and Values
Beliefs
Communities are stronger when we invest in our children.
The potential and personal growth for every student is essential.
Financial resources should not be an obstacle to students seeking further educational experiences.
Values
Integrity – we value honesty, respect, personal responsibility and strength of character in all that we do as an educational foundation.
Community Partnerships -
We believe that Avery County is stronger when we work together, therefore, we believe it is essential to collaborate in all that we do.
We believe the greater the investment in students then the stronger our communities become.
Leadership - we strive to be a leader in the community by providing a catalyst for educational, community and business partnerships.
Stewardship
We will serve as responsible stewards of all funds entrusted with the foundation. We are transparent in our accounting practices and make responsible decisions to achieve our mission.
Chair: Susan Johnson
Treasurer: Phillip Barrier
Secretary: Lan Holtsclaw
Members:
Justin Ray
Richard Hunnicutt
Garland Hunnicutt
Natalie Earnhardt
Edwina Sluder
Missy Lyons
Ex Officio:
Erika Eller
Jennifer O'Briant
Dan Brigman
If you have any questions please email Erika Eller at erikaeller@averyschools.net
Scholarship Coordinator
Erika Eller
(828) 733-0151 Ext: 3562