Serving Our Students

The Lake Travis Education Foundation is committed to the students of the Lake Travis Independent School District. One of the ways that we support our students is by providing named scholarships that allow us to help them in their post-secondary journeys.

Applications Are now open

Two letters of recommendation and transcripts are required when submitting your application. All applications are due Monday, March 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

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LTEF Administered Scholarships

Lake Travis Education Foundation Scholarships

The Lake Travis Education Foundation (LTEF) awards scholarships each year to students who embody, in spirit and deeds, the exemplary culture of the Lake Travis School District. This year, LTEF will reserve one of these for a student planning to attend a vocational or technical school.

To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “Lake Travis Education Foundation Scholarship Fund” from the dropdown menu .

Thank you for your support.

Christopher Peeler Memorial Scholarship

Open to students planning to study abroad during their first semester.

Colin Holst "Best Day Ever" Scholarship
Colin Holst "Best Day Ever!" Scholarship: Awarded to a student who has balanced their school commitments along with their passion for making a positive impact on their classmates and/or community.

Gerald "Jerry" Campbell Memorial Scholarship
1. Continuous Learning: Provide an example of hardship endured and overcome. 2. Positive Impression on Others: Provide an example of 'How I stepped in to aid someone in a challenging moment.' 3. High Education Lessons: Tell us how you maintained balanced, or learned to prioritize education and learning. No required GPA. Accepted to any University, Trade School, Community College in the states Texas, Florida, or Ohio.

Gerald "Jerry" Campbell Memorial Scholarship
Bernalee Hawkins was a teacher for over 30 years, and her greatest joy was helping others continue their education. In fact, she enjoyed Lake Travis Education Foundation involvement in her retirement.

This scholarship continues her legacy of ongoing learning by giving preference to members of the Lake Travis High School men’s soccer team who intend to continue their education after graduation, whether at a college or university, or at a trade or vocational school.

Preference will be given to current well-rounded 2 year members of the LTHS Men’s Soccer team who have achieved strong academic results and exhibited leadership qualities while also devoting significant time and effort to their sport.

To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “Hawkins Foundation Men’s Soccer Scholarship” from the dropdown menu.

Thank you for your support.
Hawkins Foundation Men’s Soccer Scholarship

Hawkins Foundation Model United Nations Scholarship
Bernalee Hawkins was a teacher for over 30 years, and her greatest joy was helping others continue their education. In fact, she enjoyed Lake Travis Education Foundation involvement in her retirement.

This scholarship continues her legacy of ongoing learning by giving preference to members of the Lake Travis High School Model United Nations club who intend to continue their education after graduation, whether at a college or university, or at a trade or vocational school.

Preference will be given to current well-rounded 2 year members of the LTHS Model United Nations who have achieved strong academic results and exhibited leadership qualities while also devoting significant time and effort to Model United Nation activities.

To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “Hawkins Foundation Model United Nations Scholarship” from the dropdown menu.

Thank you for your support.

Hawkins Foundation Scout Scholarship
Bernalee Hawkins was a teacher for over 30 years, and her greatest joy was helping others continue their education. In fact, she enjoyed Lake Travis Education Foundation involvement in her retirement.

This scholarship continues her legacy of ongoing learning by giving preference Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts who have achieved the highest ranks in Scouting, and who intend to continue their education after graduation, whether at a college or university, or at a trade or vocational school.

Preference will be given to current well-rounded Boy Scout Eagle Scout recipients and/or Girl Scout Gold Award recipients who have achieved strong academic results and exhibited leadership qualities while also devoting significant time and effort to Scouting.

To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “Hawkins Foundation Scout Scholarship” from the dropdown menu.

Thank you for your support.

Dawlett Family Scholarship

This scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing a degree in Business.

This scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans to study abroad their first semester of college.

Dana Lappin Memorial Scholarship
Dana Lappin Memorial Scholarship: Student that has resided in Apache Shores for at least two years and is currently a resident of Apache Shores. This scholarship is open to students who will attend a trade school, technical school, community college or a 4-year university.

Linda Holt Education Scholarship

The Linda Holt Education Scholarship will be awarded to a Lake Travis graduating Senior that plans to further their education in Elementary Education.

Primrose Education Scholarship
Student who intends to pursue a degree in Education or Early Childhood Development. Primrose Alumni a plus but not a requirement.

Skylar Linn Memorial Scholarship
Open to students who participated in LTHS Technical Theater.

Thank you for your support.

Lake Travis Elementary PTO
Scholarship

Lakeway Elementary PTO
Scholarship
This scholarship goes to a student with the following qualities:
Exhibits a strong scholastic performance.

Volunteers in the Lake Travis Community.

Exhibits strong leadership skills.

Embodies the Mustang Spirit.

Attended Lakeway Elementary for 3+ years.
To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “Lakeway Elementary PTO Scholarship".

Dan Hoffmann Memorial Scholarship
Student who was involved in the LT Swim or Dive Team.

Rachel Spelman Memorial Scholarship
Rachel Spelman Memorial Scholarship Fund will continue to honor her legacy by selecting a Lake Travis ISD student that plans to attend Texas A&M University that exemplify Rachel’s outstanding leadership qualities, love for Texas A&M University, dedicated service to community and inspiring commitment to family and friends.

To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “Rachel Spelman Memorial Scholarship” from the dropdown menu.

Thank you for your support.

Hugh L. Wolff Career and Technical Education Scholarship
Hugh L. Wolff passed away in June 2020 at age 83. He began his career as a mechanic and Shell gas station operator. He went on to get advanced degrees and retired as an advertising executive and entrepreneur. He was very generous with his time and resources helping young people who could not otherwise get a break. He also initiated Holiday events, which have since become traditions, in Palm Desert CA benefiting Marines and their families serving at 29 Palms base.

Hugh L. Wolff Career and Technical Education Scholarship preference will be given to a student who:
Plans to attend a career/technical trade school or community college to pursue associate degree in a Career & Technical Education field

Minimum of 3 CTE courses in the same career cluster

Displays leadership in at least one CTE Program

Hard working

Academics are important but not paramount

Exhibits character & integrity

Helpful to others
To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “Hugh L. Wolff Career and Technical Education Scholarship” from the dropdown menu.

Thank you for your support.

Kaden Michael Forke
Open to students in the LT Wrestling Program.

LTEF Alumni Scholarship
LTEF is proud to be partnering with Lake Travis ISD in the LT Alumni & Friends Program, which is facilitating the LTEF Alumni Scholarship. The LTEF Alumni Scholarship goes to a student who exhibits strong academic performance, community service and leadership, and embodies the Lake Travis spirit both at Lake Travis High School and within the greater community.

To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “LTEF Alumni Scholarship” from the dropdown menu.

Thank you for your support.

LTEF Women’s Leadership Scholarship
LTEF was excited to host the LTEF Butterfly Brunch again this past year, with a reimagined focus on empowering the next generation of young female leaders, and a portion of the funds raised at the event funded this scholarship. LTEF awards the LTEF Women's LeadershipScholarship to a female student who has exhibited strong leadership skills, participating in clubs and/or extracurricular activities, and volunteering in the community.

To donate to this scholarship, please use the Donate button above, select your amount and complete your details, and continue to the "additional information" where you may select “LTEF Women’s Leadership Scholarship” from the dropdown menu.

Thank you for your support.

Lake Travis Cavalier Band Scholarship
The scholarship goes to a student who:
Is a Lake Travis High School Senior who has been an active full-time member of the LTHS Cavalier Band (or Color Guard), during all four years of high school.
This student has a strong work ethic and exhibitshigh academic performance, placing in the top 25% of their high school class. This student has also served in band leadership for at least one year (possibly their Senior year).
This student exhibits a heart of service, may have a part time job, and balances their schoolwork with band, service to others, and other responsibilities.
The student expects to further their education by attending a college, university, or vocational/technical school after graduation from high school.

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