THE B. W. HARRIS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION-USA, INC. SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
OVERVIEW
The B W Harris Alumni Association-USA (BWHAA) has been generous in giving back to her Alma Mater in Liberia through various initiatives. Prominent amongst them is the awarding of scholarships to deserving students every year. Since the inception of the association in the United States of America in 1992, the association has undertaken many fundraising programs through the numerous local state chapters, and the funds generated have been used to provide support in various forms at the B. W. Harris Episcopal High School (BWHES) in Monrovia, Liberia.
As part of its commitment to our Alma Mater, the USA Chapters of the B.W. Harris Alumni Association developed an academic scholarship program to help students already enrolled at B W Harris Episcopal School pursue an education which is broad in scope, excellent in quality, and inclusive of the disciplines. The scholarship program was named “The Edward G.W. King Scholarship Program” in honor of the late principal of B. W. Harris High School, Rev. Edward G.W. King, Sr. Many students believed that “Father King,” as he was affectionately called by his many students, instilled togetherness and instituted a strong Spartan spirit amongst students during his tenure as principal.
The scholarship offered is based on merit. Students who demonstrate leadership skills and academic achievement are eligible. The scholarship is directed to those students who have demonstrated overall scholastic excellence.
Awards are made annually to students who currently have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students must also demonstrate dedication and participation in extracurricular activities that benefit other students and the school, as well as demonstrate good moral conduct. Currently, the Association has awarded 22 scholarships to eligible students in grades 6 through 12 for the academic year 2022/2023. The Scholarship program hopes to significantly increase the number of scholarships in the future.