
June Nelson Memorial Scholarship Application 2025 – Open!
The Association of Alaska School Boards proudly presents the June Nelson Memorial Scholarship, honoring a true champion of Alaskan education. This year, we’re offering up to 15 scholarships of $1,500 each for the 2024-2025 school year!
Scholarships are available for high school seniors and returning college sophomores pursuing their post-secondary education goals – college, trade or vocational school.
Funded by the generous contributions of Alaska’s school board members and administrators, this scholarship supports the next generation of Alaskan leaders. Don’t miss out—apply today and invest in your future!
Essay Prompt:
Who or what in your educational or life experience has influenced your direction in life?
Application Deadline:
Friday, April 11, 2025, by 5:00 pm AKST
Returning 2024 Winners
Winners from last year’s competition are eligible to apply for a second-year scholarship. Please note: This application is separate from the main application.
Essay Prompt for Returning 2024 Winners:
What advice would you give to graduating seniors about the transition from high school to college/business/trade school? What hurdles have you had to overcome, and why has the experience been worth it?

If you have any difficulties or questions about the application, please call (907) 463-1660 or email us at aasb@aasb.org.

Who Was June Nelson?
AASB is pleased to honor the late June Nelson, a long-time school board member from Kotzebue. June contributed much to the cause of education through her long career as a school board member. She had many accomplishments during her service as an education activist. She served on the Northwest Arctic Borough School Board and was appointed by two different governors to serve on the State Board of Education. June gave unselfishly of herself. She served on numerous local and statewide committees in a demonstration of commitment to her community.
We remember June for her ability to make us laugh when we were in the midst of an intense debate. She could fiercely disagree with you on an issue and yet set it aside to maintain a friendly, respectful relationship. She challenged us to be the best we could be. She filled our lives with laughter and fun times. Most importantly, we will remember June for her outstanding service on behalf of Alaska’s children.
How You Can Support the Scholarship
All AASB Annual Conference attendees receive a ticket to the fundraiser as a part of their conference registration. Each November, on Friday evening of the AASB Annual Conference, the June Nelson Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser is held. At this event, items donated by school boards and school board members from across Alaska are presented by students to an eager crowd of auction participants. If you would like to donate an item to this auction, please email aasb@aasb.org or call 907-463-1660.
Make a PayPal or Credit Card donation to the June Nelson Memorial Scholarship