The Andy Abroms Memorial Scholarship Fund was established at Indian Springs School in 1997 through a generous gift from Hal and Judy Abroms in memory of their son, Andy Abroms '77. These scholarships support student participation in summer-study programs. Scholarship recipients have been able to engage in meaningful, enlightening and intellectually challenging experiences that might otherwise have been unavailable to them.

The programs should be sponsored by colleges, universities, and other reputable institutions that foster educational growth in math, science and engineering camps, political and law programs, dance and theater companies, foreign exchange and other language programs, museum programs, and student research and internships. Independently planned programs and service-learning programs are also a possibility. Applicants are strongly advised to personally research and seek a program that is tailored to their particular interests and possible career paths. Scholarships are not awarded for outdoor leadership programs or more vacation-based travel.

Students currently in grades 9-11 are eligible to apply. Past Abroms Scholars are eligible to apply again. Preference will be given to upperclassmen as well as students who can demonstrate financial need.

The merits of the program, the student’s academic and citizenship records, and the financial impact on the student are considered by the committee in making awards. Generally, individual grants range from $300 to $2,000 depending on the program budget, the applicant pool, the financial need of the student, and other factors.

Abroms Scholarship recipients will be expected to present reports of their summer study experiences to Mr. and Mrs. Abroms at a luncheon in the fall. They will also present to the entire school community, and provide photographs and an overview of their experience as requested.

 

For more information about the scholarship or possible programs and opportunities, please contact Ms. Tetzlaff at ctetzlaff@indiansprings.org.