The Armstrong Indiana Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission has announced it is accepting Bernie Smith Scholarship Applications.
This award is presented yearly to one student from Armstrong County, one student from Clarion County, and one student from Indiana County. The honorees shall be chosen from the graduating class of the high schools located in Armstrong, Clarion, and Indiana Counties.
Smith was a former Indiana County commissioner and former employee at Renda Broadcasting. County Commissioner Sherene Hess said Smith dedicated his life to showing children their potential.
Kami Anderson, an employee with the commission, said that Smith played a pivotal role in acquiring a grant geared towards preventing underage drinking.
Students applying for the Bernie Smith Memorial Scholarship should be students exemplifying the mission of the Armstrong-Indiana-Clarion Drug and Alcohol Commission by way of their involvement, leadership and accomplishments throughout their high school career. Applicants must also be attending college, trade school or other types of education.
Deadline for application is May 15th. A link to the application can be found by clicking here.
