To honor the memory of Gene “G” Gilbertson, we are pleased to introduce the Gene Gilbertson Memorial Scholarship. Gene moved to Seaside in 1965 to teach physical education and coach basketball and track. After earning a library degree from Portland State University, he served as librarian at Central School, Cannon Beach Elementary School, Broadway Middle School and Seaside High School. In 1973, he was hired as head track coach at Seaside High School, retiring in 2007. Numerous students and athletes were impacted by his encouragement, inspiration and his ability to see the potential in all. He relished in the countless individuals and athletes personal accomplishments, especially personal bests both large and small. Even with his many state championships and honors, his favorite stories always involved individual perseverance. The accomplishments over the years were a testament to his ability to motivate people to achieve success they may have believed beyond their capabilities.
- Graduating Senior from Seaside High School
- Student who shows tenacity and perseverance
- Pursuing studies in Teaching/Education preferred but not mandatory
- This scholarship is renewable for 3 more years (4 years total). Note that the renewable amount is different from the initial scholarship amount. To be eligible for renewal you must maintain a GPA of 2.0 and write a letter sharing how school is going and what you are looking forward to the next year. In order to request the payment for the second year and beyond you follow the same instructions each year as found on the Requesting Scholarships Funds page and text or email the info to Barb Knop: e) bknop@pacifier.com ph) 503.440.1298