Ron Spangler Memorial Scholarship

Ron Spangler Memorial Scholarship Fund

“Mr. Spangler,” also known as “Coach Spangler,” was a Bradley County Schools teacher throughout his entire career as an educator. His journey began at Trewhitt Junior High School, followed by Charleston High School, where he served as a math teacher and coach for basketball, baseball, and football. Mr. Spangler was then promoted to assistant principal and principal of his beloved Ocoee Middle School for the final twenty years of his career.

Mr. Spangler leaves behind a tremendous legacy for his Ocoee Middle School family as he was not only the principal, but he was also a mentor, father figure, and friend to all. Words cannot come close to describing his impact on the faculty, staff, and students. Honest and kind, humble and wise… He was a man of character, but one never heard him boast. He possessed a servant’s heart by selflessly putting others first, and many of his actions to aid those in need were done without recognition or others even knowing. A man of Mr. Spangler’s caliber cannot and will not be forgotten. To ensure that the Spangler legacy lives on, we created this scholarship in his memory—may it impact others and represent all the good that was poured from our once-in-a-lifetime leader.

If you would like to make a contribution, mail your check to the Community Foundation at P.O. Box 4474 Cleveland, TN 37320 or simply click the donate button below:

Scholarship Application!

To apply for the Scholarship, please fill in the form.

Which Scholarship are you applying for? *

Student First and Last Name *

Student Email *

Street Address *

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Student Phone Number *

Date of Birth *

Gender *

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Parent/Guardian Name *

Relationship with Applicant *

Parent/Guardian Phone Number *

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Secondary Contact Name *

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Currently Attending Highschool *

Graduation Date *

Current Cumulative GPA *

List of name(s) of regionally, non-proprietary, technical, community, or four-year colleges and universities to which you have applied or been accepted. Include the degree you are pursuing.

College Plans *

Are there any extenuating circumstances that the Selection Committee should be aware of when reviewing your application, such as an illness or loss of a job, which affects your family's financial situation? If so, please describe below.

Extenuating Circumstances *

Attach a typed essay up to two pages long, which includes: (1) a brief biographical sketch, (2) a description of an experience in your life that has deeply influenced you, and (3) a description of your goals for the future and how you plan to achieve those goals. The student's full name must be on each page of the essay.

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List and describe the community service activities you have participated in or led.

Community Services *

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Attach one letter of recommendation below from a teacher, counselor, or principal who knows your academic ability, work ethic, and/or character well. The letter must be typed and on the school's letterhead.

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Attach an official high school transcript, which shows your cumulative grade point average (GPA) to date, your current class rank (if applicable), and ACT/SAT score. *

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Upload your documentation that you have applied for FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). This application is available online at www.fafsa.gov. If you are not able to complete the FAFSA due to a lack of a Social Security number, attach a written notice of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) from the US Citizenship and Immigration Service. On the FAFSA, Tennessee residents should list at least one Tennessee college or university in order to be considered for state aid (i.e., TN Student Assistance Award and/or TN Education Lottery Scholarship Program). If awarded this scholarship, you are not required to attend a Tennessee college or university.

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We affirm that the information provided on this application is accurate to the best of our knowledge. We understand that misrepresentations may constitute fraud and may result in the loss of eligibility for this scholarship or other legal consequences.

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