Applications are now being taken for the annual Paula Jones Williams Scholarship. The award is given yearly to a Jonesboro-Hodge High School graduating senior in memory of Paula Jones Williams to provide assistance in furthering their education in an accredited 2 or 4-year University/College, or a Vocational-Technical College.

Williams was a beloved educator in Jonesboro-Hodge schools for 34 years. She always exhibited a kind and compassionate demeanor that made her students feel welcomed and loved and her gentle, caring heart helped to establish a lifelong bond with the students she taught.

The deadline for the application will be April 30th. Applicants will be contacted for in-person interviews after review. Donations for future recipients can be made to the Paula Jones Williams Scholarship Fund at Jonesboro State Bank.

To apply click here to fill out the online application form on the Jonesboro-Hodge High School Facebook page.

Additional requirement include providing two Letters of Recommendation from teachers or other Jonesboro-Hodge High School staff members, and 1 Letter of Recommendation from a person of choice that is not a family member. Also, include a copy of your high school transcript. Please email these documents to clayw318@yahoo.com

or send by mail to:
Paula Jones Williams Memorial Scholarship
321 Dave Duck Road
Jonesboro, LA 71251