Investing in Our Future:
The MPNA Scholarship
The Monticello Park Neighborhood Association is proud to support the academic dreams of our local youth. Each year, we provide financial awards to standout high school seniors who demonstrate both merit and need. Whether you are a student looking to fund your education or a neighbor looking to give back, you’re in the right place.
Who is Eligible?
We offer scholarships to graduating seniors who meet at least one of the following criteria:
Location: Residents within the boundaries of the Monticello Park Neighborhood Association.
Education: Students attending Thomas Jefferson High School (regardless of home address).
Our Selection Process
We believe in a holistic approach to student success. Our awards are based on a combination of:
Written Application: Tell us about your academic journey and community involvement.
Personal Interview: A chance for our committee to meet you and hear about your goals.
How We Fund the Future
Scholarships are made possible by the heart of our community. Funding comes from our Annual Holiday Home Tour and through the incredible generosity of local businesses and neighbors.
Support the Fund
Looking to make a difference? The Monticello Park Neighborhood Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All contributions to the scholarship fund are fully tax-deductible, allowing you to support local grads while receiving a charitable tax benefit. Click the DONATE button to contribute to the Scholarship Fund.
RECENT WINNERS
2025
Sofia Rangel, BASIS San Antonio, Fordham Univertisy
Anna Catherine Sipes, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Colorado State University
2024
Jasmin Perez, Thomas Jefferson High School
Valeria Santos, Thomas Jefferson High School
Adam Rangel, scholarship extension, University of Chicago
Tristan Sipes, scholarship extension, Southwestern University
2023
Lack of applications, so no scholarships given
2022
Adam Rangel, BASIS San Antonio Shavano, University of Chicago
Tristan Sipes, Thomas Jefferson High School, Southwestern University
2021
In lieu of traditional scholarships, MPNA made a generous donation to the SAISD Foundation to facilitate distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic
2020
In lieu of traditional scholarships, MPNA made a generous donation to the SAISD Foundation to facilitate distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic
2019
Lack of applications, so no scholarships given
2018
Lack of applications, so no scholarships given
2017
Araceli Arizpe, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Middlebury College
Eden Dorsey, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Pepperdine University
Jacynda Espenshade, Thomas Jefferson High School, Middlebury College
Brayan Garcia, Thomas Jefferson High School, University of Texas at San Antonio
Guadalupe Garza, Young Women's Leadership Academy, St. Mary’s University
Lorena Leza, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Northeastern University
Lea Morin, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Amherst College
Alyssa Pacheco, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Middlebury College
Maria Sierra, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Georgetown University
Alexander Silva, Thomas Jefferson High School, University of Texas at San Antonio
2016
Adriana Avendano, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Carnegie Mellon University
Nadia Balderas, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Yale
Nizhoni Begay, Incarnate Word High School, Stanford
Briana Fabela, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Texas A&M
Meg Garcia, Young Women's Leadership Academy, University of Connecticut
Corina Lobo, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Georgetown University
Juliana Lopez, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Osvaldo Reyna, Thomas Jefferson High School, San Antonio College
Madison Rodriguez, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Southern Methodist University
Andrea Sierra, Young Women's Leadership Academy, University of Texas Dallas
Klarissa Valdez, Thomas Jefferson High School, University of Texas at Austin
2015
Madison Halvorson, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Arizona State University
Destiny Ramos, Thomas Jefferson High School, University of Texas at Austin
Alexis Valdez, Young Women's Leadership Academy, University of Texas at San Antonio
Illanna Villagran, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Georgetown University
2014
Allison Kimball, Thomas Jefferson High School, Syracuse University
Alexander Rodriguez, Thomas Jefferson High School, Texas A&M University
2012
Sarai Martinez
2011
Irene Sauceda
2015 Scholarship Winners Ilanna Villagran, Destiny Ramos, and Madison Halvorson