Caelen Peterson Memorial Scholarship
Caelen Peterson Memorial Scholarship
The Caelen Peterson Memorial Scholarship offers $5000 to high school seniors in the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn (ADM) school district, Iowa, who plan to study mental health fields. The scholarship honors Caelen Peterson's memory and aims to support students committed to saving lives through careers in psychology, psychiatry, or social work.
Apr 26, 2026
16 days left
$5000
Award amount
1
Scholarship applicants
2
Requirements
Who can apply
- Must be a high school senior
- Must reside in the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn (ADM) school district, Iowa
- Must plan to study in a mental health-related field
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
_published
Study levels
high_school_senior
Number of awards
1
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Ensure you are a resident of the ADM school district
- Plan to pursue a degree in psychology, psychiatry, or social work
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Payout method details
- Specific application steps
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (1 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
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- Prepare an essay addressing the provided prompts about your intended school, field of study, and career plans.
- Discuss misconceptions about mental health and how you would address them.
- Reflect on the importance of mental health education and advocacy.
Key requirements (3)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- Essay prompt: Please provide a response to the following questions: What is your Intended school, field of study, and start date? What will you plan to do once you receive your degree? (What career path) Please indicate whether you have a.) not yet applied to school, b.)….
- Education Level: High school senior Field of Study: Mental health School District: Adel-DeSoto-Minburn (ADM) State: Iowa.
- Caelen Peterson was a beloved young man, son, and best friend who took his own life due to bullying and harassment.….
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
Applying
Apply by April 26, 2026, with an essay discussing your educational plans and views on mental health.
Award & payment
Amount: $5000
Number of awards: 1
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
We are on a mission to save our children’s mental health. This tragedy should have never happened; however, by creating a scholarship for those going into psychology, psychiatry, and social work these young adults will go on to save lives. Caelen’s memory and legacy will continue to live on.
Overview
This scholarship honors Caelen Peterson by supporting ADM school district seniors committed to mental health careers. It offers $5000 to aid their education.
Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 9, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.