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Meet the JAXSON Scholars

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 27 Michiana children through funding academic scholarships and services at Growing Kids Learning Center,  Marian High School, Montessori Academy at Edison Lakes, Purdue University, Saint Joseph Grade School, Saint Jude Catholic School, The Stanley Clark School, and Westside Preschool. 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 Freshman
Dream Job: Veterinarian
Marilynn's Story

Marilynn

rihanna

11th Grade
Dream Job: Social Worker
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Freddy

8th Grade
Dream Job: MLB Player
Freddy

kiara

8th Grade
Dream Job: Physical Therapist
Kiara

aline

7th Grade
Dream Job: Doctor/Surgeon
Aline

Savino

6th Grade
Dream Job: Restaurant Owner
Savino

layla

5th Grade
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Dream Job: Veterinarian​
Savannah

santiago

5th Grade
Dream Job: Soccer Player
Santiago

Savannah

5th Grade
Dream Job: Veterinarian & Teacher
Layla

alani

4th Grade
Dream Job: Pilot or Doctor
Branton

branton

4th Grade
Dream Job: MLB Superstar
Finleigh

Finleigh

4th Grade
​Dream Job: Doctor
Alani

autumn

3rd Grade
Dream Job: Zookeeper
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Autumn

melani

2nd Grade
​Dream Job: Doctor & Teacher
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ember

1st Grade
Dream Job: Scientist
Ember

emilia

1st Grade
Dream Job: Teacher
Ember

lorelei (sunny)

1st Grade
Dream Job: Anything Medical, Rescue, or Science Related
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Brooklyn

Kindergarten
Dream Job: Gymnast
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Emma

Kindergarten
Dream Job: Ballerina
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josue

Kindergarten
Dream Job: Policeman
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MIA

Pre-K
Dream Job: Veterinarian
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augustus

Preschool
Dream Job: Paleontologist
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edgardo

Preschool
Dream Job: Boss Baby
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Eliza

Preschool
Dream Job: Teacher
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lucas

Preschool
Dream Job: Firefighter
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Mathew

Preschool
Dream Job: The Hulk
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santiago

Preschool
Dream Job: Ironman
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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
 © 2025 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
    • JWAS in the News
    • Yearbook
  • How to Apply
  • Ways to Give
    • Why Support Us?
    • Donate
    • Become a Volunteer
    • Join Our Email List
    • Planned Giving