Ida Hope Thornton Scholarship is selected from graduating seniors at Clinton High School located at Clinton, Mississippi. The scholarship grant for 2024 is $1,000 for undergraduate level studies at an accredited university or college in the state of Mississippi. Applicants are limited to those planning to major in English, journalism, agriculture or majors related to agriculture. No restrictions or limitations in the selection process shall be based on race, creed, religion, or gender of the prospective recipient.
The following items will be considered by the CHSAS Scholarship Committee in selecting the Ida Hope Thornton Scholarship recipient: academic standing, leadership, accomplishments, Arrow Spirit, civic/community involvement, two recommendations, and financial need. One recommendation shall be from a teacher at Clinton High School. The second recommendation shall be a personal reference.