Rucker PTO  Scholarship Criteria 

 

Rucker PTO Student Scholarships will be available each year for Rucker Students in need. The budget amount will vary based on availability and funds per year. Rucker Elementary PTO Board Members shall ensure that Rucker Administration and staff are informed of the PTO Student Scholarship criteria. 

 

For students attending Rucker Elementary, eligibility for a PTO Field Trip Scholarship is limited to students who meet at least one of the following criteria:

 

• The student’s family meets federal income guidelines for the National School Lunch Program.

• The student is homeless.

• The student is the child of an active-duty member of the armed forces.

• The student is the child of a parent who was killed or injured while serving on active duty.

• The student is currently or was previously in foster care.

• The student is the child of a peace officer, a firefighter, or an emergency medical first responder eligible for the Star of Texas Award.

 

If a student qualifies for a PTO PTO-sponsored scholarship, the Rucker Administration will reach out to the Rucker PTO as the need arises throughout the year.  Funds will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis as needs arise in grade levels. Rucker Administration awards the scholarship based on the criteria, and all recipients remain confidential from the board.