2019 B & B Legacy Scholarships Announced

The B & B Legacy Scholarships awarded three $1,000 scholarships through the Nemaha County STEP Foundation this year to graduating seniors who previously attended B & B School.

The Legacy Scholarships are a result of a challenge presented to the St. Benedict and Baileyville communities and alumni by Dr. August Bergman during the 2006 graduation ceremony. Thus began the fundraising to match Dr. Bergman's seed money of $25,000. During the fundraising, another graduate Albert Wietharn offered an additional $25,000 if the communities would match his gift.

Both challenges were met and the $100,000 was exceeded. The B & B Legacy Scholarships became a reality due to the dedication and generosity of the alumni and communities of St. Benedict and Baileyville.

This year's recipients are from Nemaha Central High School and Axtell High School.

Shayla Heiman, Nemaha Central High School, daughter of Brent and Jenny Heiman of Baileyville, plans to attend Kansas State University and major in animal science and pre-veterinary.

Megan Deters, Nemaha Central High School, daughter of John and Pamela Deters of Baileyville, plans to attend the University of Kansas and major in creative writing and journalism.

Emi Deters, Axtell High School, daughter of Matthew and Rachael Deters of Baileyville, plans to attend Northwest Missouri State University and major in elementary education.

The Nemaha County STEP Foundation is honored to be able to assist in awarding these scholarships to these students. STEP strives to assist in helping caring citizens develop ways to help others and leave a lasting legacy.