mission statement
We believe that everyone should be able to pursue their dreams.
The Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School firmly believes that the future of our democratic way of life lies in an educated youth.
The Foundation believes that all students should be able to pursue their formal education beyond high school. To this end the foundation dedicates itself to supplying students of the high school with the opportunity to continue their education at college or professional/trade school level.
The Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for such scholarships from the private, civic, and corporate sectors; interviewing students; and granting scholarships to students from the school attendance areas of Buena Park, Cypress and La Palma.
The Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, economic or cultural background.
a few words about us
The John F. Kennedy Scholarship Foundation is made up of community members who have a desire to help graduating seniors of Kennedy High School recognize their dreams through continuing education. From 1995 the Foundation has awarded many scholarships and helped many students realize their dreams.
Our board of directors
The Board of Directors for the JFK Scholarship Foundation come from diverse backgrounds and successful careers.
They have all had children whose lives have been positively impacted by the education they received at John F. Kennedy High School and are committed to helping the newer generation of seniors succeede in this ever changing business climate.
Brian O'Neal
Board Member Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School, Board Member Anaheim Union High School District, Board Member North Orange County Regional Occupational Program, Board Member La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, Anaheim Sister City Commission Member, Boy Scout Leader Troop 650, Neighborhood Watch Block Captain, Recipient of the Cypress College Americana Citizen of the Year, Daffodil Days (American Cancer Society) Volunteer, Former Chamber of Commerce Member, Former Board Member Youth 20/20 & Committee Member, Former OCTA Citizen Advisory Committee Member, Former Anaheim Union High School District Facilities Committee Member Representing the City of La Palma, Former Member Red Ribbon Week Committee for City of La Palma, Former La Palma City Councilmember, Retired Manufacturing & Production Management
Donna McDougall
Board Member Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kenney High School, Honorary Service Award Recipient for Vessels School, PTA President for Vessels School, Straight Talk Advisory Board, Facilities Utilizations Study Committee, President, Greater Anaheim Special Education, Local Plan Area (GASELPA), 2 terms 1989/90 and 1992/93; Clerk, 2 terms; Representative, 1987-2004; SELPA Award 2005, Continuing Service Award, El Dorado Oeste PTA Council, Cypress High School Booster Club, School Site Council for Vessels School, Girl and Boy Scout Leader, Advisory Board, Dairy Council of California, Cypress High School PTSA Vice President, Masters in Governance, CSBA, Member, Nominating Committee for School District Organization , School District Organization Boards Association, 1994-95, Delegate, CSBA Delegate Assembly, 18 years, Curriculum Institute, 1995, Golden Bell Validator, 1992, 1995, 1997, 1998, and 1999, Member, Board of Directors, Orange County School Boards Association, 1990-2010, Elementary School Representative, 1990-92, PAGE Chairperson 1995-1999, President-Elect, 1993-94. Retired First Grade Teacher, Savanna School District, Anaheim, California; Retired Member, Board of Trustees, Cypress School District, 26 years.
Dianna Rodriguez
Board Member Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School, Walker Junior High PTSA President, President Helping Other People Everyday (H.O.P.E.), Research & Development, Accenture, American Cancer Society Volunteer (Relay for Life; Daffodil Days), Girl Scout Volunteer Troop 5203, Former Relay for Life Online Chair, Former PTA Steve Luther Elementary School, Former Orange County Pet Partners
Richard Lutz
Board Member Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School, Traffic and Safety Committee Member City of La Palma, Kiwanis Member, La Palma Days Parade Committee Member, La Palma 5k/10k Walk/Run 4th July Event Volunteer, Recipient of the Cypress College Americana Citizen of the Year, Daffodil Days (American Cancer Society) Volunteer, Former Director of ARCO Plaza Credit Union, Former Trustee Anaheim Union High School District, Retired Analyst - ARCO
Ulla Herman
Board Member Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School, Relay for Life Committee Chair, Daffodil Days (American Cancer Society) Volunteer, ACS Anaheim Gala board member, Recipient of the Cypress College Americana Citizen of the Year, Walker PTSA Honorary Service Award in 1985, Cypress College Americana Committee Chair for La Palma, Retired from Boeing/MDC/DAC
Gregory Goodyear
Board Member Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School, Kiwanis Treasurer and Member, Former Neighborhood Watch Treasurer, Former John F. Kennedy High School PTA Treasurer, Partner CPA Firm
Past Board Members
Lauree Aragona – 1998 – 2004
Ken Blake – 1995 – 2011
Jay Goldberg – 1995 – 2011
Betty Yeargain – 2000 – 2007
Contact Us
Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School
P.O. Box 1371
Cypress, CA 90630
or by email at info@jfkscholarshipfoundation.org
The Scholarship Foundation of John F. Kennedy High School is a 501 (c) (3) corporation founded in 1995 to help graduating Kennedy High School seniors continue their education at an institution of higher learning, be it a vocational school, a 2 year college or a 4 year college or university.