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The Nemaha County STEP Foundation is pleased to announce the 2026 recipient of the August Bergman, M.D., Scholarship. This $1,000 award is designated for students residing within the former B&B school district.
Dr. August Bergman has been a steadfast supporter of the STEP Foundation and local students for many years. His generosity has made possible multiple scholarship opportunities, including the Elizabeth Bergman Memorial Scholarship and the B&B Legacy (Challenge) Scholarship.
The 2026 scholarship recipient is Kamden Schmitz, son of Justin and Janelle Schmitz. Kamden plans to attend Kansas State University, where he will major in Agricultural Economics.
The STEP Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Bergman for his continued commitment to encouraging local students and investing in the future of our community.
2026 Scholarship Recipient Kamden Schmitz from Nemaha Central High School
2025 Scholarship Recipient Morgan Allen from Centralia High School
2025 Scholarship Recipient Ava McKinley from Nemaha Central High School
2025 Scholarship Recipient Kylah Edelman from Sabetha High School
2025 Scholarship Recipient Anthony Lueger from Nemaha Central High School
2025 Scholarship Recipient William Lueger from Nemaha Central High School
2025 Scholarship Recipient Alayna Scism from Nemaha Central High School
2024 Scholarship Recipient Kalvin Evans from Sabetha High School
2024 Scholarship Recipient Harper Smith from Sabetha High School
2024 Scholarship Recipient Katie Tangeman from Nemaha Central High School
2023 Scholarship Recipient Jillian Stueve from Nemaha Central
2023 Scholarship Recipient Sophie Schumacher from Nemaha Central
2023 Scholarship Recipient Kristi Edelman from Sabetha High School
2022 Scholarship Recipient Taryn Ganstrom from Nemaha Central
2022 Scholarship Recipient Hailey Wurtz from Nemaha Central
2022 Scholarship Recipient Matthew Whittaker from Sabetha High School
2021 Scholarship Recipient Evan Schmitz from Nemaha Central High School
2021 Scholarship Recipient Spencer Strahm from Sabetha High School
2021 Scholarship Recipient Jude Conley from Centralia High School
