Beth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship
In memory of our 1998 National Non-Pro Champion, the National Shag Dance Championship Board of Directors established the Beth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship to assist in the education of worthy college students who have competed or whose parents have competed in the Nationals. Only major divisional competitors ( Junior, Pros and Non pros et,) are eligible for the scholarships. Collegiate “Shagging with the Stars” or any other of the non-major divisions are not eligible.
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Accounting and legal fees are paid by the N.S.D.C. Our fundraising goal is to acquire adequate principle, allowing the interest accrued to fund each annual scholarship. Contributions are welcome from shag clubs, businesses, families and individuals. The foundation is classified as a 501 (c) (3) for tax deductions.
The scholarship committee includes Beth’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Worth Mitchell; one member appointed by the family; and three appointeed by the NSDC Board plus the NSDC Chairman as a non-voting selection member.
Recipients of this scholarship have been awarded a total of $77,000.00 since 1999.
We encourage you to contribute today to this lasting memorial for a true shag angel. Please become a part of this worthy endeavor.
Mail checks payable to:
Beth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship
5111 North Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Past recipients of the “Beth Mitchell Memorial Scholarship”:
2013 – Zach Burroughs, plus an incremental award to Cody Edwards & Justin Poston
2012 – Kalin Ellis (Lander University), Kristen Floyd (Coastal Carolina)
2011 – Krystal Bravo (ECU), Cody Edwards (Clemson), & Will Dallas (UNC)
2010 – Brady Ellis – a Sophomore at Coastal Carolina University
2009 – Justin Poston – a Sophomore at William and Mary
2008 – Geoff Burdick – MBA at Pfeiffer University
2007 – Stoneville Elementary School
2006 – Matthew Floyd – US Military Academy at West Point
2005 – Christina Woodruff – UNC Pembroke
2004 – Leslie Melton – UNC Wilmington
2003 – Jamae Campbell – University of SC Medical College
2002 – Jason Poston – Virginia Tech
2001 – Nikki Kontoulas – UNC Wilmington
2000 – LeeAnn Best Norris – University of SC School of Pharmacy
1999 – Mandy Holt – Horry Georgetown Technical College