Oakwood Schools Foundation - Oakwood High School, Class of 1950, David R. Collins Scholarship

Dayton Foundation

This scholarship was established in 2001 by Charles and Ann Simms in memory of David R. Collins, class of 1950, whose life was spent furthering and developing skills learned at Oakwood, especially in the fields of English, creative writing, and speech and drama performance. The scholarship assists Oakwood High School graduating seniors who demonstrate outstanding achievement in creative writing or speech and drama to further their studies at an accredited four-year college or university.

Students should be able to demonstrate outstanding achievement in creative writing or speech, exhibit leadership qualities, and good citizenship. Students should also demonstrate financial need.