Local Donation of $500,000 to Create BOOST Scholarship
$500,000 marks the generous contribution local resident Dale Klan donated to establish the scholarship, “Broadening Options and Opportunities for Students Today” or BOOST for short.
“The trust fund I established was designed especially for students who are interested in college degrees in a STEM curriculum, or vocational/trade school. As a society, we tend to overemphasize the need for a college degree, while overlooking the value of careers that might not require that type of education. Mechanics, electricians, truck drivers, carpenters, and many other essential careers fall outside of the traditional college framework, and I feel those opportunities deserve greater emphasis,” states Klan.
Klan is no stranger to the Keystone community, graduating from Keystone High School in 1991. Following his graduation, he entered the Navy and concluded his military career in 1993, before returning to our community. He spent five years volunteering at KHS as both a strength and conditioning coach as well as a freshman basketball coach. During his time with our baseball program, Klan donated funds for a new batting cage and strength training equipment. In addition to supporting our baseball program, Klan just concluded his fifth season as the junior varsity golf coach and coaching assistant for the varsity golf team. Of his experience in these programs, Klan states, “My time with both programs has been incredibly rewarding, and I continue to assist graduates with resumes, recommendations, job interview preparation, and financial planning.” The Keystone students and community are very grateful for your generosity Mr. Klan; you are leaving a legacy. Thank you!