The Pickett Scholarship is awarded to an eighth-grader who most demonstrates the embodiment of Ware Academy academically, athletically, socially and characteristically, as  well as displaying community orientation. 

The recipient must have been enrolled in the sixth or seventh grade, and he or she must have earned a minimum grade point average of 3.7 and  exhibited conduct conducive to the environment of Ware Academy. The  student must be an active member of at least one athletic team and  demonstrate loyalty to school organizations and activities with involvement in at least two extra curricular activities. 

The selected student must be an enthusiastic member of the Ware  community and demonstrate school spirit. He or she will serve as a role  model for his or her fellow students. As a respected member of the student  body, the recipient will uphold the expected standards of conduct.  Teacher recommendation is mandatory for nomination.

The Pickett Scholarship winner receives free tuition for his eighth-grade year.

Fleet is the son of Robert and Dawn Fleet.