PINEVILLE, La. – Nov. 18, 2021 – Today, Cleco announced applications are being accepted for its Power of a Promise Scholarship which includes full tuition, books, a stipend for incidentals and a paid internship at the company’s Brame Energy Center near Boyce, La.

The Power of a Promise Scholarship, which was established last year, is part of Cleco’s $1.0 million corporate contribution to Central Louisiana Technical Community College (CLTCC) to help fund training, curriculum development and scholarships.

The scholarship is designed to support economically disadvantaged, female and minority high school juniors and seniors who have excelled academically and who plan to attend CLTCC in Alexandria and pursue a diploma in industrial manufacturing technology. 

“This annual scholarship is an opportunity for under-represented populations in our communities to become a part of the energy industry, and it supports our commitment to create an inclusive work environment and build a diverse workforce,” said Normanique Preston, chief human resources and diversity officer.

The goal is to award at least one scholarship for the upcoming academic year.  Glenmora High School senior, JuanCarlos Perales, received the 2021 Power of a Promise Scholarship.

Students can apply at cltcc.edu and hand deliver, mail or email their application to CLTCC’s Alexandria Campus.  Cleco is unable to accept applications. 

CLTCC will accept applications through Jan. 31, 2022, and the scholarship recipient(s) will be announced by April 1, 2022. 

Where to submit a Cleco Power of Promise Scholarship application:
In-Person or By Mail:
CLTCC Alexandria Campus, Attn: Cleco Power of a Promise Scholarship, 516 Murray Street, Alexandria, La.  71301

By Email:
[email protected]

Eligibility requirements for a Cleco Power of Promise Scholarship:

• Resident within a 50-mile radius of the CLTCC Alexandria Campus.
• Admitted to CLTCC’s Alexandria Campus (admission application must be on file with CLTCC, and you must be admitted prior to receiving funds).
• Interested in pursuing a Career & Technical Education in the Industrial Manufacturing Technology Program.
• Female and minority students (i.e., African American/Black, Hispanic American, Asian American or Native American) whose total household income is at or below the poverty level for the State of Louisiana.
• Eligible to work in United States (an active work visa is acceptable).
• Classified as a high school junior or senior in the State of Louisiana during the scholarship application year.
• On track to earn a high school diploma with a minimum 2.7 GPA and provide transcript and/or proof of diploma.
• Have a combination of attributes:High academic performance, financial need, personal accomplishments, ACT WorkKeys, extracurricular activities, awards and recognition, community service, work history, desire to seek a Career & Technical Education from CLTCC and acceptance into the Industrial Manufacturing Technology Program.

To learn more about the Power of a Promise Scholarship, contact Shannon Senviel, Cleco recruiter, at (318) 484-7670.