Tennyson Creek Solar Creates Scholarship for Uniontown High School Seniors

The Tennyson Creek Solar project by Doral Renewables is continuing its ongoing investment in Bourbon County by partnering with Uniontown USD 235 to establish a new annual scholarship program supporting local students.

Tennyson Creek Solar will fund this scholarship annually for four Uniontown High School seniors who participate in the school’s SunPowered Challenge program. The scholarship will help students pursue post-secondary education while recognizing their commitment to science-related fields, teamwork, and hands-on learning.

The SunPowered Challenge gives students the opportunity to design, build, and compete in solar-powered engineering projects, helping prepare them for future careers in STEM and skilled trades. Uniontown High School students interested in participating are encouraged to sign up for the SunPowered Challenge for the opportunity to compete and be considered for this annual scholarship; this year’s competition will be taking place in Spring 2027, with dates to be announced.

“This partnership is about investing in students and creating opportunities that will benefit them long after graduation,” said Cliff Williams, Vice President of Development at Doral Renewables. “We’re honored to support Uniontown students as they develop valuable skills through the SunPowered Challenge and pursue their educational goals.”

Vance Eden, Superintendent of Uniontown Schools, said the scholarship provides meaningful support for students as they take the next step in their education.

“This scholarship rewards students for their hard work and participation in an innovative, hands-on program while helping remove financial barriers to higher education,” Eden said. “We appreciate Doral Renewables’ commitment to investing in our students and our district.”

The scholarship application will be available at https://www.uniontown235.org/page/scholarship-information closer to the SunPowered Challenge.

 

This is the first official scholarship program Doral has established with the district. However, Doral has supported the district and Bourbon County through various donations and community investments in the past few years, according to a press release from  Williams.
As part of its broader community investment, Tennyson Creek Solar has contribution agreements with Uniontown USD 235, Fort Scott USD 234, Fort Scott Community College, and CORE. At the beginning of construction and continuing through 2039, Doral will contribute $1.44 million to each of the school districts and Fort Scott Community College. Tennyson Creek Solar will also contribute $480,000 to CORE Community of Bourbon County during that same period, according to the press release.
Construction is expected to begin in mid-2027, with the project anticipated to be operational in 2029.
Doral Renewables as a company is a farmer-friendly energy company focused on responsible renewable energy development and incorporating agrivoltaic practices into its projects. The company has dozens of large-scale projects across the U.S. and is headquartered in Philadelphia.
The Tennyson Creek project also has a local office in Fort Scott, located at 109 S. Main, and is staffed by Marlon Merida.
The Tennyson Creek Solar Project, currently under development in Bourbon County, reflects Doral Renewables’ commitment to supporting local communities while advancing responsible renewable energy development.

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