John and Joyce Feazell Scholarship

This annual scholarship for the children and grandchildren of Lowndes County School system employees was established through a donation by the Feazell family in memory of long-time educator John Feazell and his wife Joyce. This was the inspiration for the Feazell Giving Tree in the lobby of the school board office to encourage and recognize other financial contributions made to improve education in Lowndes County.

Carlton Jones (CJ) Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is given by the wife and family of Carlton Jones and his employer, Valdosta Electric. It honors the memory of Mr. Jones and his kind, generous, and supportive spirit. The $2000 scholarship is awarded to a student pursuing a career in a technical field.

Burton and Collins Scholarship

The funds were given to the school system from the Burton and Collins Estates to benefit students planning to pursue post-secondary education in Lowndes County.  Multiple $500 scholarships are awarded annually.

Steve and Linda Smith Scholarship

This scholarship was established in 2012 upon the reitrement of Dr. Steve Smith, who served as superintendent of Lowndes County Schools for 10 years.  The $1,000 annual scholarship award is funded by Dr. Smith and his wife as a way to give back to Lowndes County Schools.

Milhous Family Scholarship

After being named the 2011 Distinguished Alumnus, Johnny Milhous and his family decided that supporting a student devoted to self improvement and community service was an opportunity they could not turn down.  The $500 scholarship encourages the principles and dedication to educational goals, leadership, and community service.

Harley Langdale, Jr Foundation Scholarship

The Harley Langdale, Jr scholarships are four $500 awards given to Lowndes High students planning to attend Valdosta State University, ABAC, or  Wiregrass Georgia Technical College.  The scholarships are given to encourage and promote post-secondary education.

Mary Anderson Scholarship

This scholarship is given in memory of a longtime school system employee.  The $500 scholarship is awarded to a Lowndes High student planning to attend the University of Georgia.

Brett Reddick Memorial Scholarship

Given by the father and sister of Brett Reddick, the Brett Reddick Memorial Scholarship honors the memory of Brett and his dedication to education.   Brett Reddick died of a heart attack at the age of 47, but his memory lives on with this annual scholarship awarded to a student pursuing their educational dreams at Valdosta State University.

Joy Matthews Memorial Scholarship

The Joy Matthews Memorial Scholarship is an annual $500 award given to a Lowndes High School senior who is the child of active military personnel.  This is given by the family of Joy Matthews who was a supportive military wife and mother.

Billy Swick Martin Memorial Scholarship

Billy S. Martin is considered the man who built the Georgia Bridgemen into not only an award-winning band but he planted the seeds that have made it the largest high school marching band in Georgia.  The band had about 45 members when he became LHS band director. By 1999, when he retired after 32 years, the band averaged about 350 students each year.  This scholarship is awarded annually by the Georgia Bridgemen Boosters at their banquet.

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