The Chaffee High School Alumni Association presented three scholarships this year because of the generous donations from our alumni. The 2025 recipients of a $1500 scholarship are Eli Nix, Jacob Vandeven and Reese Van Pelt.
Eli Nix is the son of Shawn and Jamie Nix. He plans to attend Oklahoma State University to double major in aerospace and mechanical engineering.
Jacob Vandeven is the son of Jeremy and Jennifer Vandeven. He plans to attend Mineral Area College to become a radiology technician.
Reese Van Pelt is the daughter of Billy and Megan Van Pelt. She plans to attend Southeast Missouri State University on a pre-med track to become a dermatologist.
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