JOHN & DONNA WALLACE SALTZMAN
SCHOLARSHIP
Batesville Community Theatre Scholarships
Since 2001, Batesville Community Theatre has proudly supported local students through the John & Donna Saltzman Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship was established to honor John and Donna Wallace Saltzman, lifelong advocates for the arts who dedicated more than twenty years to mentoring students and adults in the Batesville community. Their devotion to theatre and the arts left a lasting legacy, and this scholarship continues their mission of enriching lives through creativity and education.
Each year, the John & Donna Saltzman Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance to deserving students pursuing higher education in the arts and humanities. Scholarships are awarded to outstanding students from Batesville High School Charter, Southside Charter High School, and Cedar Ridge High School, recognizing both artistic achievement and strong citizenship.
Since its creation, Batesville Community Theatre has awarded more than $10,000 in scholarships, encouraging young people in Independence County to continue their education and passion for the arts. These awards are presented annually at each school’s spring awards ceremony, helping ensure the next generation of performers, artists, and community leaders thrive.
SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
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![A young woman receiving an award from an older woman on stage. The young woman is smiling and holding a certificate, while the older woman is also smiling, wearing a striped shirt, and holding the certificate with one hand. The background is dark.]()
SOPHIE BRIDGES, BHSC 2025
PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBER, TOMMIE MCDONALD.
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![Two women standing in front of a backdrop with blue and gold balloons. One woman is holding a certificate for the Saltzman Award. Both women are smiling.]()
KADY BURGESS, SCHS 2025
PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBER, ANGIE WEAVER.
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![Two men standing side by side, one holding a framed award, with four other people clapping in the background.]()
QUINCY BEARD, SCHS 2023
PRESENTED BY BOARD MEMBER, COLYN BOWMAN.
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![Smiling young woman with curly hair wearing a white T-shirt outdoors in front of trees and blue sky.]()
JUDITH BOSSI, BHSC 2022
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![A smiling young woman with wavy, light brown hair, wearing a dark blue sweater, leaning on a white railing indoors with a brick wall and large windows in the background.]()
SARAH BARBER, SCHS 2022
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![A young woman and a young man in graduation caps and gowns at a nighttime outdoor graduation ceremony, smiling for the photo with other graduates and attendees in the background.]()
BRANDON GRANT, BHSC 2021
WITH BATESVILLE HIGH CHOIR DIRECTOR, ALICIA DAVIDSON.
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![A young woman with long wavy hair, wearing a sleeveless beige dress and earrings, smiling outdoors in bright sunlight.]()
AINSLEY WALKER, BHSC 2020
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![Young woman with long brown hair smiling outdoors, wearing a black and white striped shirt and gray jacket, with tall grass in the background.]()
KENLY LONG, BHSC 2020
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![Young man in graduation gown and bow tie, smiling, wearing glasses.]()
JONATHAN CLARK, BHSC 2019
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![A young woman with shoulder-length brown hair, glasses, a pearl necklace, and an off-the-shoulder black top, posing against a cloudy studio background.]()
KORI DENISON, SCHS 2019
2025: Sophie Bridgers (BHSC) | Kady Burgess (SCHS)
2023: Quincy Beard (SCHS)
2022: Sarah Barber (SCHS) | Judith Bossi (BHSC)
2021: Victoria Sparks (SCHS) | Brandon Grant (BHSC)
2020: Ainsley Walker (BHSC) | Kenly Long (BHSC)
2019: Jonathan Clark (BHSC) | Kori Denison (SCHS)
2018: Kayllen Cox (BHSC) | Grayden Fields (SCHS)
2017: Anna Williams (BHSC) | Caitlin Weaver (SCHS)
2016 : Macy Davis (BHSC) | Jayden Branscum (SCHS)
2015: Davis Campbell (BHSC) | Rhiannon Plumber (SCHS)
2014: Clarissa Harris (BHSC) | David Norris (SCHS)
2013: Sarah Rudd (BHSC) | Alicia Weaver - (SCHS)
2011: Crist Blackwell (BHSC)
2010: Molly Magouyrk (BHSC)
MAKE AN IMPACT
Join us in supporting the John & Donna Wallace Saltzman Scholarship.
Every contribution helps aspiring students continue their studies in the arts and humanities.
Teachers, your nomination matters! If you know a graduating senior with a passion for learning and creativity, nominate them today— your support can help them take the next step in their journey.