Walleyes for Chetek

Owen Knutson Memorial Scholarship

Owen Knutson was a student in the CW school system for all of his 17years. He embraced fun, responsibility, compassion, humor and a genuinelove of life. His enjoyment came from the outdoors and the activitiesthat took place there. Hunting, fishing, and any activity that had himoutside such as helping to cut wood or mowing lawn were the things thatbrought smiles to his face with his friends and family. He enjoyed flyingas it gave him the freedom to view the outdoors from the vantage point ofthe birds and like few other ground bound could. Everyone was his friendand he thrived on that. His passion lives on through his numerous friendsand the people who have changed their lives in his memory and because theyonce knew him. This Scholarship embraces all of those qualities and ismeant to help preserve and promote them in his name and memory.

This$1000 scholarship is open to all graduating seniors of Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High School. Preference will be given to someone going into an outdoor related field. All are encouraged to apply.

Name:

Mailing Address:

Parents Name:

Post Secondary Plans:

List any activities that you have participated in, including awards or honors.

Activity / Yrs Involved / Honors/Awards

Please attach an answer to the following questions. Do not exceed 300 words per response.

  1. How do you plan to use your post-secondary education to make a positive contribution to the community you chose to live in?
  1. How have you demonstrated community involvement over the course of your high school career?

Essay: Write a short essay on what you have learned from your experiences in the outdoors and how that will help you be successful in life?(This may be done on a separate sheet if preferred)

Must be returned to the guidance office by April 20, 2018.