2026 Forest Newby Memorial Space Camp Scholarship is now open for enrollment.

Now in its 9th year, the Forest Newby Memorial Space Camp Scholarship is open for enrollment. This annual contest will send one child from Searcy County School District, Bruno-Pyatt or the St. Joe School (home school or public), grades 7th through 11th, to NASA Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama during the summer of 2026. This prize package, valued at $2,300, includes a week-long stay at Space Camp, a $900 travel stipend, and more! Applying is free and easy. Click here to Apply.

 

This is an amazing opportunity for one lucky boy or girl from Searcy County, Arkansas--one that the Newby family is excited and honored to offer. Previous winners of this scholarship are: Silas Chamberlain, Emily Wesley, Camden Lindsey, Makayla Gifford, Kiran Daly, Bryce Thomas, Grant Horton and Josiah Morriss. 

 

All applications must be received by February 1st, 2026. The winner will be announced by March 1st, 2026.