The iDefine Scholarship

Three Hazlehurst High School seniors will receive a $500 scholarship for courage, vision, and sharing their story through video.

Deadline to Apply: April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST

Recipients Announced: During Class Night

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What Is the iDefine Scholarship?

The iDefine Scholarship is an opportunity for graduating seniors at Hazlehurst High School to be recognized for their strength, growth, and vision for the future.

Three seniors from the Class of 2026 will each be awarded a $500 scholarship.

This scholarship was created to honor students who have overcome real life obstacles and made the decision not to let those experiences define their future. Instead, they are choosing to define who they are, where they are going, and what they want their life to become.

We want to hear your story in your own voice.

Who Can Apply

To apply for the iDefine Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements:

  • You must be a graduating senior at Hazlehurst High School (Proof of graduation will be requested )

  • You must be part of the Class of 2026

  • You must plan to pursue a path after graduation, whether that is college, trade school, entrepreneurship, military service, workforce entry, or another meaningful next step

  • You must complete the scholarship application form

  • You must submit your video (10 -minute length minimum)

There is no GPA requirement for this scholarship.

Your Video Prompt

In your video, share your story and answer the following:

Tell us about a challenge, setback, or obstacle you have overcome. Explain why that experience does not define your destiny, how you have chosen to define your future instead, and what your plans are after graduation to continue advancing yourself.

Your video should help us understand:

  • Your story

  • A challenge, setback, or obstacle you have faced

  • What you learned through that experience

  • Why that experience does not define your future

  • How you are choosing to define your destiny

  • What your life and career goals look like

  • What steps you plan to take after graduation to move forward

Video Submission Guidelines

Please follow these guidelines carefully:

  • Your video must be a minimum of 10 minutes

  • Your video must be recorded by you

  • You should be clearly seen and heard

  • You must clearly state their full name

  • You must answer the scholarship prompt in full

  • Your submission must be appropriate, respectful, and honest

  • Both the application form and the video submission must be completed for the application to be considered. Only one application per student will be accepted.

Step 1

Complete the scholarship application form here

How to Apply

Step 2

Prepare Your Video Response

Tell us about a challenge, setback, or obstacle you have overcome. Explain why that experience does not define your destiny, how you have chosen to define your future instead, and what your plans are after graduation to continue advancing yourself.

Your video should help us understand:

  • Your story

  • A challenge, setback, or obstacle you have faced

  • What you learned through that experience

  • Why that experience does not define your future

  • How you are choosing to define your destiny

  • What your life and career goals look like

  • What steps you plan to take after graduation to move forward

Step 3

Upload your video to Sendspark

Here are steps:

  1. Click the submission link

  2. Enter your full name and email address when prompted.

  3. Grant permission for camera and microphone access so your video and audio can be recorded clearly.

  4. When you are ready, click “Start Recording.”

  5. Your video should be at least 10 minutes long.
    You may use the countdown feature if you need a few seconds to prepare before recording begins.

  6. Ensure you are clearly visible and that your audio is clear throughout the recording.

  7. Once you finish, review your video. If you are satisfied, submit your recording directly through the platform.

If you experience any technical issues, try refreshing your browser or switching to a different device.

Step 4

Submit both your form and your video by April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST.

Please note: submitting only the form or only the video will result in an incomplete application. Only one application per student will be accepted.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Application Opens: April 1, 2026
Application Deadline: April 30, 2026
Recipients Announced: During Hazlehurst High School’s Class Night (TBA)

All materials must be submitted by the deadline in order to be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. There is no GPA requirement for this scholarship.

  • No. This scholarship only requires a video submission and completed application form.

  • Your video must be a minimum of 10 minutes in length.

  • You should talk about something you have overcome, why it does not define your future, how you have chosen to define your destiny, and what your plans are after graduation.

  • Yes, as long as your video is clear and you can be seen and heard.

  • Yes. Both are required in order for your application to be considered.

  • No. Only one video submission per student should be submitted unless otherwise stated.

  • Graduating seniors from Hazlehurst High School, Class of 2026. Proof of Graduation Required

  • Three scholarships will be awarded.

  • Each selected student will receive $500.

  • April 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST

  • During Hazlehurst High School’s Class Night

  • Scholarship funds will be distributed directly to the recipient depending on final verification requirements.

    Finalists will be asked to provide proof of enrollment or graduation status before awards are issued.

  • Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.

iDefine Scholarship Form