William J. Foreman Memorial Scholarship Fund

Fairfax

The William J. Foreman Memorial Scholarship was first awarded in 2007 to honor the memory of Will Foreman, the 18-year-old beloved son of Louise and Mark Foreman who was tragically killed in an automobile accident on February 24, 2006. Will had just graduated from high school seven days before the fatal accident.

Will had a generous heart, a loving spirit and was drawn to helping those less fortunate than himself. He had faced personal adversity during his high school years but successfully overcame it to graduate and begin his college studies in computer science. This scholarship in Will's memory was founded to help other high school seniors who faced significant adversity during their high school experiences yet successfully overcame the challenges to graduate and now need financial assistance to attend college.

Amount

Up to $2,000, non-renewable

Criteria

The William J. Foreman Memorial Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors from Fairfax County Public Schools, who demonstrate academic achievement and potential; the ability to overcome significant adversity; financial need, leadership or mentoring skills and a positive attitude. Priority is given to those who experienced homelessness, have been in foster care, or lacked substantial family support during their high school careers.

Timeline

Applications Open	December 2, 2024
Applications Due	April 4, 2025

Contact

Eligible students should contact their College and Career Specialist or School Counselor from the applicable Fairfax County High School or online via the Naviance section of the Fairfax County Public Schools website. If you have questions after you have downloaded and read the complete application, contact Pamela White, FCPS Postsecondary Special Project Liaison - School Counseling and College Success, pcwhite@fsps.edu.

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