Republican Women Leaders of Calvert County
Joyce Lyons Terhes Memorial Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIP PURPOSE
The Joyce Lyons Terhes Memorial Scholarship recognizes the achievement of high school students who demonstrate their belief in the philosophy and initiatives of the Republican Party and their support of conservative causes.
JOYCE LYONS TERHES
Joyce Lyons Terhes was born in Calvert County and lived in Dunkirk. Joyce graduated from Calvert High School and received her bachelor’s degree from Mary Washington College of the University of Virginia. After graduation, she taught social studies, helped develop curricula, and ended up in school administration. In the 80s, Joyce volunteered for charitable and civic groups and became concerned about the rapid growth within the County. She founded the Dunkirk Area Concerned Citizens Association (DACCA) serving as its first President. Joyce is credited with changing the political landscape of Calvert County.
Joyce gave up teaching and ran for public office becoming the first Republican woman elected as a County Commissioner in Calvert. Elected twice, receiving the most votes in both elections, she served from 1986-1994. Because of Joyce’s work, she was recruited by the State Party and elected Chairman of the Maryland Republican Party serving nearly 10 years. From that post, Joyce became the Republican National Committeewoman for MD for over 10 years gaining national respect and admiration. Known as Maryland’s “Iron Lady,” she earned numerous awards. She was a founding member of the RWLC. Joyce passed in 2018.
PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed by the RWLC Scholarship Committee and a maximum of five (5) students will be selected for personal interviews. From this group of students, one (1) will be selected as the RWLC Scholarship Winner.
AWARD AMOUNT
$1,000. This is a one-time, non-renewal award.
AWARD RESTRICTION
This award may be applied to your field of study required for your trade or academic pursuit and used for books, fees, tuition, room, and board, or required learning tools.
TIMELINE
May 1 Mail the completed application with two (2) copies that include the cover page, resume, letters of recommendation, and essay to:
RWLC, Attention, Scholarship Committee
CCRCC - 424 Solomons Island Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678
May 16 Personal interviews after school. Candidates contacted about May 10.
June 5 Award Ceremony at the RWLC June 5 meeting (6:15 pm) at Bulrushes Restaurant in Prince Frederick. Parents are invited to attend with recipient.
MORE INFORMATION
Contact Mrs. Carolyn Rice, Scholarship Chair at rice.carolyn6@gmail.com or 410-610-0257.