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Brendan Flores Clark High Scholarship 2027 - $500

Deadline Mid-February 2027 (confirm in PEF Scholarships Plus) 144 days left · Hosted by Public Education Foundation (PEF) · Published

The Brendan Flores Alumni Leadership Circle Scholarship 2027 honors a Clark High School graduate and backs one Academy of Finance (AOF) senior each cycle with $500 toward a business, economics, or finance degree. The Public Education Foundation of Clark County runs the award through its Scholarships Plus portal on Kaleidoscope, the same system that distributes millions in local college aid each year. You must finish the AOF program, hold at least a 3.0 GPA, and show admission to an accredited college or university. Plan on a mid-February deadline; CareerOneStop lists February 12 while other PEF partner listings cite February 18, so verify the live date inside your matched scholarship card before you submit.

One annual award
$500
Accredited college
Business / finance
PEF portal deadline
Mid-Feb
Senior in program
Clark HS AOF
How to apply Am I eligible? Official website

What is the Brendan Flores Alumni Leadership Circle Scholarship?

Las Vegas students in the Clark High Academy of Finance learn banking, investing, and entrepreneurship long before they pick a college major. The Brendan Flores Alumni Leadership Circle Scholarship turns that pipeline into cash: $500 for one senior who commits to business, economics, or finance at an accredited school. The Public Education Foundation administers the award through Scholarships Plus, the Kaleidoscope portal that also powers hundreds of other Clark County donor funds.

Brendan Flores represents the alumni circle that keeps Clark graduates connected to the program. You are not competing against every senior in Nevada, only against classmates who finished AOF with a 3.0 GPA and secured college admission. That narrow pool makes strong essays and recommender letters matter more than volume.

PEF redesigned its application around a general CCSD profile plus individual scholarship cards. Finish the general section first, then search for Brendan Flores or scroll your matched list. Watch the deadline inside the card because partner directories disagree on whether the date falls on February 12 or February 18.

If you also qualify for broader finance awards, compare this guide with the NIAF Scholarship (which includes a Clark County, Nevada fund for graduate students) and corporate STEM awards like the CIMON Inc Scholarship based in Henderson. AOF seniors often stack local PEF wins with national merit aid, so treat the $500 as one tile in a larger funding plan.

Who can apply

Eligibility

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    Clark High School AOF senior
    You must be a graduating senior at Clark High School in Las Vegas who is enrolled in the Academy of Finance pathway during your final year.
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    Completed Academy of Finance program
    CareerOneStop and PEF partner listings require successful completion of AOF coursework, not just enrollment in a single finance elective.
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    Business, economics, or finance major
    Plan to pursue a degree in business, economics, or finance at an accredited two- or four-year college or university.
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    3.0 GPA minimum
    Maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on the scale your transcript uses. PEF may ask for an official or school-certified transcript through the portal.
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    College admission confirmed
    Provide a copy of your letter of admission to the college or university you will attend. PEF uses it to confirm your major pathway aligns with the scholarship purpose.
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    PEF Scholarships Plus general application
    Complete the Clark County School District general application in Kaleidoscope so the system can match you to this fund and any other PEF awards you qualify for.
What you get

Benefits

  • Scholarship amount $500 (one recipient)
  • Eligible expenses Applied per PEF disbursement rules
  • Renewal Not renewable
  • Room and board Not a separate line item
  • Internship placement Not included
What to prepare

Document checklist

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    PEF Kaleidoscope general application
    Register at thepef.org/scholarships/, select Clark High School, and finish every section of the Scholarships Plus general application before opening individual scholarship forms.
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    Individual scholarship application
    After matching, click Begin on the Brendan Flores Alumni Leadership Circle Scholarship and complete its supplemental questions.
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    Personal essay
    Write to the prompt inside the scholarship card. Tie your AOF projects, internships, or DECA-style experiences to your finance or business goals.
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    Official or certified transcript
    Upload a transcript showing your 3.0 GPA and AOF coursework. Follow PEF upload instructions for file type and size.
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    Resume or activities summary
    PEF tutorial videos recommend a one-page resume listing jobs, clubs, and leadership roles that support your business major plans.
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    Letter of recommendation
    Ask a teacher, counselor, administrator, coach, or advisor who knows your AOF work to submit through Kaleidoscope or per the card instructions.
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    College admission letter
    Upload proof of acceptance to the accredited institution where you will study business, economics, or finance.
Step by step

How to apply

Meet with your AOF coordinator early senior year so your transcript reflects completed program requirements and a 3.0 or better.
Apply to colleges with strong business schools, then save your admission letter as a PDF for Kaleidoscope.
Start at thepef.org/scholarships/ and use a laptop or desktop. PEF warns that mobile screens make uploads harder.
Answer eligibility questions accurately so Kaleidoscope surfaces the Brendan Flores fund along with other Clark High scholarships.
Read the scholarship description twice, then draft your essay and resume before you paste answers into timed fields.
Give your teacher or counselor at least two weeks and share the PEF recommendation tutorial link if they are new to Kaleidoscope.
CareerOneStop lists February 12; some finance scholarship directories list February 18. The date inside your active scholarship card controls.
When

Deadline and timeline

Application deadline
Mid-February 2027 (confirm in PEF Scholarships Plus)
144 days left
Aug - Sep 2026
Senior year begins; confirm AOF status and target colleges for business or finance.
Oct - Nov 2026
Submit college applications and draft your PEF essay around AOF internships or projects.
Dec 2026
Receive admission letters and open the PEF general application when CCSD enables it.
Jan 2027
Upload transcript, resume, recommendation, and admission proof to Kaleidoscope.
Mid-Feb 2027
Individual PEF scholarship deadline (verify in portal).
Spring 2027
PEF notifies winners and posts awards at senior recognition events.
Questions

FAQ

What is the Brendan Flores Alumni Leadership Circle Scholarship?

It is a $500 Public Education Foundation award for one Clark High School Academy of Finance senior who will study business, economics, or finance at an accredited college. The alumni leadership circle sponsors the fund to keep AOF graduates moving into finance careers.

Who can apply for the Brendan Flores scholarship?

Only Clark High AOF seniors with a 3.0 GPA who completed the Academy of Finance program and gained admission to an accredited college or university in a qualifying major.

How much is the Brendan Flores Alumni Leadership Circle award?

CareerOneStop and PEF partner listings describe a single $500 scholarship awarded once per year to one student.

When is the Brendan Flores scholarship deadline?

Expect a mid-February deadline each cycle. CareerOneStop lists February 12 while some directories list February 18. Always confirm the date shown on your Kaleidoscope scholarship card.

Where do I apply for the Brendan Flores scholarship?

Apply through the Public Education Foundation Scholarships Plus portal linked from thepef.org/scholarships/. You must complete the general Clark County application before the individual scholarship form unlocks.

Do I need a letter of admission to apply?

Yes. PEF asks for a copy of your college or university admission letter so reviewers know you are heading into a business, economics, or finance program.

Is the Brendan Flores scholarship the same as the Clark High AOF scholarship?

They are separate PEF funds with similar majors but different donors and award sizes. The Clark High Academy of Finance Scholarship is typically $1,000. You may qualify for both if Kaleidoscope matches you to each card.

What GPA do I need for the Brendan Flores scholarship?

You need at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA, plus proof that you finished the Academy of Finance coursework at Clark High School.

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