McGown Foundation Providing $2,500 College Scholarships for Klein ISD Graduating Seniors

Superintendent Dr. Jenny McGown and her husband, Brian McGown, are excited to offer a scholarship fund for the second year in a row to Klein ISD high school seniors that encourages students to pursue their dreams of a college education.

"Brian and I couldn’t be more thrilled to support our amazing students as they step into the next chapter of their education," Dr. McGown said. "It’s such an incredible honor to see our young people pursuing their purpose, making the world brighter for everyone, and filling our Klein community with pride."

Five scholarships in the amount of $2,500 will be awarded to Klein ISD high school seniors who have achieved excellence in Klein ISD’s Triple A—Academics, the Arts, and Athletics. Special consideration will be given to students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and service to the Klein, Texas community and plan to attend Texas A&M University.

"Growing up in this area, I've always appreciated how our community has grown and maintained its small-town feel and close-knit sense of family," Brian McGown shared. "The kids here in Klein never cease to amaze me, and having the opportunity to invest in this generation—our future leaders—is a blessing for our family."

During last year’s Class of 2024 graduation day, Brian and Dr. Jenny McGown surprised the inaugural group of  Superintendent Scholars scholarship recipients with big checks and great pride. These students exemplified excellence in Klein ISD and went on to pursue their purpose at the post-secondary level with the scholarships they received.

Social Post from Dr. McGown’s Superintendent Scholarship post for the Class of 2024:

“Still smiling from graduation yesterday! So many special moments with our grads. I especially loved getting to surprise exemplary seniors from all 5 @KleinISD high schools with our FIRST-EVER McGown Family Foundation Superintendent Scholarships!

Congratulations to all our scholarship recipients who represent @KleinISD in all the best ways, from excellence in academics, arts, and athletics to a genuine heart for serving others. Each scholar chosen has a special story that culminates with them being INCREDIBLE young people. #Promise2Purpose #KleinFamily"

APPLICATION LINKS CAN BE FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

About Brian and Dr. Jenny McGown

As a lifelong educator in Klein ISD, Dr. McGown has earned numerous leadership accolades, including being recognized as the 2022 Region 4 Superintendent of the Year and State Finalist for Texas Superintendent of the Year (2022). Throughout her career among other recognitions, she was named Teacher of the Year (2004), Houston Business Journal’s Top 40 under 40 Professional across all sectors (2017), the Houston BizWoman Headliner in Education (2018), American Association of University Women (AAUW) Outstanding Woman in Education (2019), Sam Houston State University Distinguished Educator of the Year (2020), a Distinguished Administrator by the Texas Music Educators Association (2021), and a NorthStar award recipient from the North Houston Association (2023). She is nationally recognized as a National School Public Relations Association's Top Superintendent to Watch, 1 of only 20 selected across the United States. She was also recognized as the Houston Business Journal’s Most Admired CEO (2023), and most recently, received the Empowered Superintendent Award from the Texas Education Technology Leaders (2024).

Brian is a partner at Harrigan Development and has spent the last fifteen years in the world of financial management. He serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Breakaway Ministries at Texas A&M University, the largest college Bible study in the Nation. Locally, Brian also serves on the Board of Directors for Bridging for Tomorrow, a community development nonprofit serving local Title 1 schools, and Journey Home Houston, a nonprofit organization serving young women who have aged out of the foster care system.

Brian and Jenny McGown are both proud Klein ISD parents and graduates of Texas A&M University.

HOW TO APPLY

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DEADLINE

Applications must be received by February 17, 2025