This scholarship was created in honor of K. Ray Bailey, former President of A-B Tech. It is awarded to students enrolled in any curriculum program. President Bailey retired in 2007 after serving 41 years of devoted service at the College. He holds the record as A-B Tech's longest-serving employee. He started work as the Director of Adult Basic Education in 1966 and held numerous positions before becoming President in 1990.
The scholarship application process for Foundation scholarships begins January – April.