The Shawnee Economic Development Council Career Ready Scholarship provides financial assistance in the amount of $1000 to graduating Shawnee high school seniors seeking a career in construction or construction trades such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or other related professions. A successful applicant must identify either trade school where they will continue their education or acceptance of direct employment by a licensed Kansas City metro area contractor (preference given to SEDC members).  Financial award must be used to cover costs related to tuition, books, fees, tools and/or equipment related to the construction industry.  Awardees utilizing scholarship funds to prepare for careers in construction will be paired with a SEDC Scholar mentor who will assist with selection of tools and supplies required to be work ready on first day of employment.