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Jaxson Scholars

Our Jaxson Scholars currently range in age from 2.5 to 19. We love watching them grow and develop each year and are so proud of how they positively impact their families, schools, and communities. Our Jaxson Scholar recipients are encouraged to tour at least three private schools in St. Joe County, IN, and apply to the best school for their families. The foundation currently assists the educational goals of 30 Michiana children through funding academic scholarships and services at Marian High School, Montessori Academy at Edison Lakes, Purdue University, Saint Joseph Grade School, Saint Joseph High School, The Stanley Clark School, St. Anthony de Padua Catholic School, Meadows Edge Elementary School, and  Holy Cross Catholic School. The Jaxson Scholar Application opens each year in mid-September. Learn more about the application process.

JWAS students and their families enrich our community spirit and collective ethos. Their diverse perspectives and experiences contribute to a richer, more inclusive school culture where everyone feels valued and respected. I’m profoundly grateful and honored to work alongside so many outstanding Jaxson Scholars and families who are clearly on a path to impact the world significantly.
Dr. Ben Ottenweller, Head of School, The Stanley Clark School

code of conduct

During our Teen Leadership Retreat, our oldest Jaxson Scholars were tasked with creating a Code of Conduct for the current and future Jaxson Scholars to abide by while keeping our four values of character, education, leadership, and faith in mind. What we thought would take them an hour or two to formulate took them merely twenty minutes! We were amazed by their quick ability to work as a team and agree upon what they would like to commit to. We are so proud of the forces of good they are! 

Jolie

marilynn

College Sophomore
Dream Job: Zoologist or Veterinarian
Marilynn's Story
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rihanna

12th Grade
Dream Job: Owning my own business
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Freddy

9th Grade
Dream Job: Major League Baseball Player
Freddy

kiara

9th Grade
Dream Job: Interior Designer
Kiara

aline

8th Grade
Dream Job: Psychologist or Surgeon
Aline

Savino

7th Grade
Dream Job: Chef
Savino

layla

6th Grade
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Dream Job: Professional Softball Player​
Savannah

santiago

6th Grade
Dream Job: Construction Worker or Soccer Player
Santiago

Savannah

6th Grade
Dream Job: Veterinarian or Teacher
Layla

alani

5th Grade
Dream Job: Cosmetologist
Branton

branton

5th Grade
Dream Job: Major League Baseball Player
Finleigh

Finleigh

5th Grade
​Dream Job: Neurosurgeon
Alani

autumn

4th Grade
Dream Job: Author
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Autumn

melani

3rd Grade
​Dream Job: Teacher 
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ember

2nd Grade
Dream Job: Doctor or Dance Teacher
Ember

emilia

2nd Grade
Dream Job: Artist
Ember

lorelei (sunny)

2nd Grade
Dream Job: Paramedic
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Brooklyn

1st Grade
Dream Job: Teacher
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Emma

1st Grade
Dream Job: Movie Actor
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josue

1st Grade
Dream Job: Toy Maker
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MIA

Kindergarten
Dream Job: Teacher
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santiago

Kindergarten
Dream Job: Astronaut
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augustus

Preschool
Dream Job: Comedian
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Edgardo

Preschool
Dream Job: Batman
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eliza

Preschool
Dream Job: Teacher
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Elliana

Preschool
Dream Job: Mother
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Legacy

Preschool
Dream Job: Veterinarian
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Lucas

Preschool
Dream Job: Firefighter
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mathew

Preschool
Dream Job: Police Officer
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Yahir

Preschool
Dream Job: Musician or Sports Player
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JWAS Foundation
​Attn:  Jeanie Shuck
3900 Edison Lakes Pkwy
​Suite #201
​
Mishawaka, IN 46545

​(574) 220-7030

[email protected]


FOR A CHILD LOST, A GIFT IS GIVEN.
​Established 2004
JWAS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization.
​EIN# 30-6072980
 © 2026 JWAS Foundation ​
  • Home
  • Jaxson's Story
  • The JWAS Family
    • The JWAS Family
    • Meet Our Jaxson Scholars
    • Meet Our Team
    • Meet Our Board
    • Leadership Programming
  • News and Events
    • Wine Dinner
    • Evening Under the Stars
    • JWAS in the News
    • Yearbook
  • How to Apply
  • Ways to Give
    • Donate
    • Join Jaxson's Circle
    • Leave a Legacy
    • Donor Advised Fund Giving
    • Become a Volunteer
    • Join Our Mailing List