Scholarships and Mini Grants

Are you an educator in the Clallam County School District? 

You can apply for a Mini Grant, up to $500 per grant, by submitting a simple form to Clallam County SRA. 

Are you a student attending Peninsula College? 

You may be able to obtain a scholarship towards your education at Peninsula College!

Keep reading for more information and links to the appropriate forms...

Isabelle Whitfield was a Port Angeles teacher that moved here in 1942. The subjects she taught were Spanish, English and Journalism while at Roosevelt High School and then at the “new” Port Angeles High School in 1956. While at Roosevelt High School she was directing students in the publication of the school newspaper titled, “Teddy Growls,” a bi-weekly edition.

Isabelle studied at the University of Washington, Puget Sound College and a university in New Mexico. While teaching, Isabelle was conscientious about she spent and saved funds. She was able to set up three separate estates; one which was given to Clallam County School Retiree’s Association (CCSRA) to be given out as mini-grants (for teachers) and scholarships (for students).

While in Port Angeles, Ms. Whitfield was an active member of the following organizations:

• Upsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma
• Beta Nu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma
• Klahhane Club-Outdoor Nature Club
• Clallam County School Retiree’s Association
• The Business and Professional Women’s Club

Isabelle was dedicated to providing students with experiences in both the classroom and at events that helped reinforce skills.

The Clallam County School Retirees Association manages the Isabelle Whitfield Scholarship for students attending Peninsula College.

Additionally the Washington State School Retirees Association hands out scholarships with a few stipulations. If you are planning a career in the field of education, click the button below and see if you qualify! 

It is with pleasure that we carry on Ms. Whitfield’s legacy of honoring our educators with funds to assist the learning process. 

Three districts within Clallam Country require three separate mini grant applications: Port Angeles School District, Sequim School District, and the Crescent/Quillayute Valley/Cape Flattery School District. 

Please select and download the application for your school district linked on the 2025-2026 Mini Grant Applications page, or contact your local school district’s website for this year's application for Teacher/Classroom Mini Grants. 

Please make sure the application is complete and signed. We look forward to reviewing these applications!

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