The Otis Lee Babers Sr. Academic Scholarship

Investing in academic achievers and positive community students since 2011

About the Scholarship

Babers Temple Church of God In Christ is proud to offer the Otis Lee Babers Sr. Academic Scholarship to outstanding students in our community. Established in 2011, this scholarship recognizes and supports academic achievers and students who make a positive impact in the community.

This May marks 15 years of the scholarship program. Over the past 14 years, Babers Temple has awarded a total of $12,000 to deserving students committed to excellence in their education and community.

2025 Scholarship Recipients

In 2025, Babers Temple awarded five scholarships totaling $1,600. Congratulations to our recipients, presented by Pastor Keven Ward and First Lady Tamara Ward:

Mr. Peyton Dugger

$500 Scholarship

Ms. Layni Whorton

$500 Scholarship

Mr. Zeke Campbell

$200 Scholarship

Mr. Canaan Motley

$200 Scholarship

Judah Motley

$200 Scholarship

2026 Scholarships

This year, Babers Temple COGIC plans to award four scholarships totaling $1,400:

  • Two $500 scholarships
  • Two $400 scholarships

How to Apply

Scholarship applications are available through the Hollis Public Schools district office. Interested students should contact the school counselor listed below to request an application.

Scholarship Application Contact

Ms. Lisa Daniel

District Counselor / Special Education Director

Hollis Public Schools

415 North Main Street

Hollis, OK 73550

Phone: (580) 706-6400

Fax: (580) 706-6017

Email: ldaniel@hollis.k12.ok.us