High School
Jon Weiss High School Scientific Achievers Program
Established by The DermElevate Scholarship Initiative in Honor of Dr. John Weiss, MD, FAAD
About Dr. Jon Weiss
The Jon Weiss High School Scientific Achievers Program was established in honor of Dr. Jonathan S. Weiss, MD, FAAD—an esteemed clinical dermatologist, educator, and research leader—whose lifelong dedication to advancing dermatologic science and mentoring the next generation has left an indelible mark on the field. This scholarship program supports high school students with a passion for science and medicine by providing early exposure to academic and professional experiences in dermatology and healthcare.
Dr. Weiss serves as an adjunct assistant clinical professor of Dermatology at the Emory University School of Medicine and is President and Co-managing Partner at Georgia Dermatology Partners, with multiple practices across metropolitan Atlanta. He also directs clinical pharmacology research at the Gwinnett Clinical Research Center, where he has served as an investigator in over 230 dermatologic studies. Over the course of his career, Dr. Weiss has authored or co-authored more than 100 publications, served on editorial boards, and held leadership roles in major professional organizations including the American Academy of Dermatology and the Dermatology Foundation.
A graduate and former chief resident of the University of Michigan Department of Dermatology, Dr. Weiss is widely recognized for his contributions to clinical innovation, research integrity, and mentorship. He is the recipient of numerous honors, including the American Academy of Dermatology Presidential Citation and the Castle Connolly Top Doctor designation.
Through this scholarship, Dr. Weiss’s legacy continues by nurturing the scientific curiosity and potential of students who may one day follow in his footsteps as the future leaders in dermatology, medicine, and scientific discovery.
This program is proudly supported by The DermElevate Scholarship Initiative, which is committed to expanding access to education and empowering students from all backgrounds to elevate their academic and professional journeys.
High School Specific Questions/Edits:
Add Parent/Caregiver signature/approval for application
Edit to current high school contact information/address, enrollment status, current GPA, anticipated HS graduation date; remove college inquiries
Remove college transcript, edit HS to “Current Academic Transcript”; ACT/SAT score if taken, professional headshot (or one clearly upper chest and above, front facing to camera with full face in shot)
Edit question to also include “what do you hope to do after high school?”
Edit financial need to “ACT, SAT, summer programs, etc.”
Add authorization/signature to use story and headshot for future website materials to promote our student alumni and showcase how grant funders contribute to their education
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Scholarship Specific Questions:
What has influenced your interest in medicine or dermatology? What are you hoping to achieve in your career in the scope of science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM)?
Post-Scholarship Use Questions:
What scholarly or academic studies did you use this grant towards?
How did this grant allow you to pursue your interest in medicine or dermatology? What did you learn or what skills did you gain?
Please write a brief thank-you note describing what you did with the grant, what you learned/skills gained, and anything else you want our donators to know!