For generations, the Fayetteville High School Scholarship has honored the legacy of FHS graduates by supporting the next generation of Fayetteville students. The FHS Alumni Association works year‑round to collect donations and hosts an annual reunion event to sustain this long‑standing scholarship tradition.
This year marks an exciting new chapter: The Fayette County Community Foundation has officially partnered with the FHS Alumni Association to manage and strengthen the scholarship fund for years to come.
Congratulations to the 2026 FHS Scholarship Award Recipient: Natalee Rice
Natalee Rice, a proud Fayetteville native, reflects deeply on how her hometown shaped her values and her future:
“Growing up in Fayetteville has taught me many valuable lessons in the importance of perseverance, respect, kindness and working together to improve our community. I feel that Fayetteville has given me the opportunity to develop close bonds with others in such a small town, and also learn about the beauty of where we live. As our town became a National Park, I have also learned to be welcoming to those who come to see the beauty of our state, while also respecting them and their cultures as well.”
Natalee plans to dedicate her career to caring for the people of Southern West Virginia. She will begin her academic journey at WVU Tech, then continue to the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine with the goal of becoming a rural family health physician.
Her mission is clear:
“I want to help those in our community by making them feel heard, respected, and important, while also nursing them into better health. Due to the lack of family physicians in our community, I believe my contributions may help to shorten the gap and provide citizens with the best healthcare possible.”
Support the Next Generation of Fayetteville Graduates
The FHS Alumni Scholarship Fund continues only through the generosity of alumni, families, and community members. Your contribution helps ensure that students like Natalee can pursue their dreams while giving back to the place they call home.
To donate or learn more: 🌐 Website: https://faycocf.org 📘 Facebook: Fayette County Community Foundation
