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109th Infantry Scholarship
Amount: $250 Due Date:03/31/2024
Description: Military Parent/Guardian
Website: http://www.109thinfantry.org
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR APPLICATION- *See schoology attached application or school counselor office. Www.109thinfantry.org Child/children or legally adopted child/children of a spouse by a prior marriage or dependent child as defined by the United States Armed Services for active duty personnel of the United States military and those guardsmen who are present or past members of the 109th INFANTRY BATTALIONS and or the 55 BDE which draws its linage from the 109th Infantry. Must be a high school senior to apply for this scholarship. Please download application at www.109thinfantry.org. Mail application to: Mr. Ron Barkofsky 27 Circle Drive, EYNON, PA 18403. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY.
Ann Morgan Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500 Due Date:04/19/2024
Description: Nursing Major
WAHS APPLICATION: A letter of recommendation from someone in the community and include an essay on "Where do you see yourself in 10 years?"
Audrey Ramble Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $10,000 ($2,500/yr.) Due Date:04/05/2024
Description: Greene Township/Pike County Seniors
WAHS APPLICATION: Per the trust of Audrey Ramble: The trust shall be for the purpose of providing college scholarship funds for students residing in Greene Township, Pike County, Pennsylvania, as selected by the high school faculty of the Wallenpaupack Joint School District as best deserving according to their citizenship, ability and scholarship. A scoring rubric is used for the selection. Scoring rubric is posted on Schoology and can be found in the guidance office. Please pay close attention to the rubric.
Be Bold Scholarship
Amount: $TBA Due Date:10/01/2025
EMail: https://studentscholarships.org
Description: Bold Individual
Website: https://bold.org/apply/
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR APPLICATION-*See schoology attached application or school counselor office. The $10,000 "Be Bold" Scholarship is a no-essay scholarship that will be awarded to the applicant with the boldest profile. It takes less than 2 minutes to apply. To us, boldest does not mean "best", or "most accomplished". Being bold means being: (A) Earnest (B) Determined © Moving. The scholarship will be awarded to the student whose profile is most bold, according to these characteristics. Furthermore, the scholarship will be unique in that it will favor students who apply earlier-who are bold and seize the day without procrastinating.
Carol H. Toyer Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Amount: $1,500 ($750 each) Due Date:03/15/2024
Description: Nursing Major
WAHS APPLICATION- Student who plans to pursue a 4-year Nursing Degree. Please complete at least 250-word essay explaining your calling to the field of nursing and give examples of how you have positively impacted the health/wellbeing of others.
Coldwell Banker Lakeview Realtors Scholarship
Amount: $800 ($400 each) Due Date:03/25/2024
Description: Business
WAHS APPLICATION-Awarded to a student enrolled in a 2/4-yr. college and majoring in business.
Community of the Endless Mountains: R.E.S.C.U.E. Benjamin B. Stone Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $TBA Due Date:03/15/2024
EMail: www.community-foundation.org/scholarships
Description: General
Website: http://[email protected]
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: Student may complete on-line with this address: www.community-foundation.org/scholarships. Established by the staunch environmental organization "Return Susquehanna Country Under Ecology" to recognize Benjamin's courageous and life-long efforts that both halted threatening pollution to our region and established the Susquehanna County Recycling Center. Provides two post-secondary scholarships to high school graduates who, write a winning essay addressing his or her past environmental interests and accomplishments, describing future plans to protect the environment. The delegated selection committee is responsible for selecting the recipient in consultation with The Community Foundation.
Crossing Boundaries Scholarship
Amount: $TBA Due Date:03/07/2024
Description: Senior in Theatre/Music/Choir Plus be an Athlete
WAHS APPLICATION: Senior must be actively involved in Theatre, Music, Choir and be an Athlete. Please include an essay on "How athletics and music impacted your life and how these experiences in these programs will impact you professionally?" Essay should be 250-1000 words.
Disabled Veteran's Scholarship
Amount: $500 Due Date:04/29/2024
Description: Disabled Parent/Grandparent Vet
Website: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/
USE 3X5 index card and DD-214 Form- Student must me a relative of Disabled Vet Parent/Grandparent. Criteria- (1)Complete 3 X 5 index card (blank cards in guidance if needed) with necessary information (name, address, name of parent/grandparent disabled & branch of service, high school.) name, name of college/trade school). (2)Student must further education in a 2/4-year college or trade school. (3)Student must have a parent or grandparent who is a disabled veteran honorably discharged from any branch of service. (4)Student must submit copy of form DD 214 for the veteran parent or grandparent.
Dwight Haupt Memorial Award
Amount: $300 Due Date:03/15/2024
Description: Vo-Tech
WAHS APPLICATION- Student must pursue a career in skilled trade in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, mechanics, etc.
Student must attend a 2/4 year college vo-tech/trade school/college.
Fueling Futures: The Class of 96' Scholarship for Power Mechanics Scholarship
Amount: Up to $3,000 TBA Due Date:04/03/2024
Description: Automotive Technology Excellence
Eligibility Criteria for Scholarship Applicants - 1. Passion for Automotive Technology: Demonstrated interest in automotive technology through prior courses, projects, or extra-curricular activities. 2. Academic Excellence: A consistent academic track record. For applicants with previous struggles in academics, a demonstrable improvement trajectory or strong recommendation highlighting their dedication will be considered. 3. Financial Need: Priority will be given to students who demonstrate a genuine financial need and might not be able to pursue this course without monetary assistance. 4. Commitment to Safety: Given the course's emphasis on safety protocols and practices, students should understand and commit to maintaining safety standards. 5. Team Player: As the course emphasizes teamwork, candidates must demonstrate the ability to work well in teams, be it through past group projects, sports, or other team activities. 6. Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate effectively, as the course involves customer relations, technical writing, and understanding complex technical documentation. 7. Problem Solving Ability: An innate knack for design/problem-solving as it's a significant component of the course.
Grey Towers Legacy Scholarship
Amount: $3,000 (3) Due Date:02/02/2024
EMail: http://GT-Scholarship-Applicaiton.pdf%20(greytowers.org)]GT-Scholarship-Applicaiton.pdf (greytowers.org)
Description: Natural Resources, Science, Economics, Ecology, Education, & Social Sciences
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR PAPER APPLICATION: *See schoology attached application or school counselor office. Eligible Applicants: The scholarship is open to graduating public high school seniors with a 2.5 GPA pursuing a career in natural resources, science, economics, ecology, social science, and/or education at an accredited 2-year or 4-year university, community college, or technical school. The selected student’s continuing education enrollment can be full-time or part-time. To apply, the student must currently reside and attend a public highschool in one of the following counties: - Pike County, Pennsylvania - Monroe County, Pennsylvania - Wayne County, Pennsylvania - Western Sussex County, New Jersey–Extending as far east as Newton, New Jersey - Western Orange County, New York – Extending as far east as Middletown, New York. The scholarship will also be open to graduating students currently attending a Forest Service operated Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center. Amount: Three $3,000 scholarships will be awarded on a local, regional, and/or national level. One will be awarded to a student at Delaware Valley High School in Pennsylvania, and two will be awarded to students currently attending the twenty-three public high schools within the identified county limits and/or the twenty-four Forest Service operatedJob Corps Civilian Conservation Centers nationally. Required Documents: Applicants must submit a completed application and one letter of support from an instructor. The final 36 applicants will be asked to submit a copy of their transcripts. Optional Documents: Applicants may submit up to two additional letters of support from instructors and mentors. Timeline: The application will open November 3, 2023, and close on February 2, 2024. Interviews will take place in late March 2024, and recipients will be notified April 1, 2024. Scholarships will be disbursed to institutions on May 1, 2024.
Heisman High School Award
Amount: Certificate Due Date:10/18/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: Athletic
Website: https://heismanscholarship.com/
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/2023HeismanHighSchoolScholarship DUE October 17, 2023 3:00 pm/PT 6:00 pm ET: The Heisman High School Scholarship program will recognize a winner from each high school in the nation that has student participation in the Program by way of application. The top male and female applicants from each state will be awarded $1,000. Among the top male and female applicants from each state, the twelve (12) most outstanding will be identified as national finalists and win at least $2,000. Of the national finalists, a male and a female winner will be selected as the winner of the $10,000 National Heisman High School Scholarship. Community-minded scholar-athletes can learn more and apply at https://heismanscholarship.com.
Hemlock Farms Conservancy Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 Due Date:03/24/2024
EMail: https://www.hfconservancy.org/funding--scholarships.html
Description: Conservation
Website: https://www.hfconservancy.org/funding--scholarships.html
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://www.hfconservancy.org/funding--scholarships.html The HFC Scholarship is a $1,000 award to an eligible high school senior who resides in Pike County, Pennsylvania. Prospective applicants must: 1. Have excellent character 2. Have engaged in community service, extra-curricular and/or work experience related to conservation and/or environmental issues 3. Have plans for post-secondary education following graduation 4. Plan to use their talents and abilities to pursue a career in an environmental field, such as (but not limited to) ecology, botany, fisheries, forestry, geology, geography, natural resource management, agriculture, entomology, watershed protection, conservation, wildlife management while good academics are expected, emphasis will be placed heavily on students' experience with environmental, agricultural, or conservation activities, projects, or work. Applicants should expect that if they are a recipient of this scholarship, their name and likeness may be used in Conservancy promotions. The deadline for the 2024 applications is March 24, 2024.
Horatio Alger Scholarship ~ Nationwide
Amount: $TBA Due Date:03/15/2024
EMail: APPLICATION.HORATIOALGER.ORG
Description: High School Juniors-General
Website: https://horatioalger.org/
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION-https://scholars.horatioalger.org/horatio-alger-scholarship-applications/ Application open on December 1, 2023 with Due date March 15, 2024. Eligibility Criteria- Must be a high school junior in the United States; be progressing normally toward graduation in spring/summer of 2022 with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation-Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution)-Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required)-Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities-Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity-Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0; and be a United States citizen.
Jay Russell Rose Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 Due Date:03/15/2024
Description: General
WAHS APPLICATION-Must prove to be accepted to a 2/4 yr school/college. Complete essay of 500-1000 words "How Living in Pike/Wayne County has shaped your life?" The essay should include what outdoor activities you enjoy and how it has influenced your life.
Milford Masonic Lodge #344 F. & A.M. Grant
Amount: $500 (2) Due Date:04/26/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: General
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR APPLICATION: *See schoology for attached application or school counselor office. If needed email the Milford Masonic Lodge No. 344F & A.M. Grant for them to email you their application at [email protected] $500 award will be presented to two students who exhibit strong moral character and ethical behavior, positive community involvement, and plan to pursue further education at a professional, vocational, or trade school, college, or university.
Newfoundland Rotary Scholarship Awards
Amount: $3,000 ($1,000 each) Due Date:04/01/2024
Description: Must reside in either Greene or Dreher Townships
WAHS APPLICATION: Senior must be resident of Greene township/Dreher township. Senior should show good moral character, school citizenship. Consideration will be made for financial need & potential rather than class rank/SAT scores. However student will show academic achievement, service to school & community provide their transcript, plus a schedule C or 1040 tax form from guardian and three teacher references with an acceptance letter from a 2/4-year college.
Northeast Design Scholarship
Amount: $400 Due Date:04/26/2024
Description: Architecture/Engineering
WAHS APPLICATION: Student shall seek to further their education toward a career in architecture/engineering field. Student must continue their education in a 2 to 4 year school.
Design/Drafting or CADD/Drafting students are welcome to apply.
NTHA Community Forests Scholarship
Amount: $1,500 Due Date:04/30/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: Community/Urban Forestry, Arboriculture
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR APPLICATON: *See Schoology attached application or school counselor office. Pike/Wayne County Seniors or senior student members of NTHA going into Community/Urban Forestry, Arboriculture or related field of study. Senior must provide an acceptance letter to a technical school, college, or university and provide three references, including one from outside of school.
PB & J Scholarship ~ Nationwide
Amount: $1,000 Due Date:05/31/2024
EMail: pbjscholarship.org
Description: Personal Challenges
Website: https://scholarsapp.com/scholarship/pbj-scholarship
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR APPLICATION: *See schoology attached application or school counselor office. Complete their application, send transcript, 1 - 2 letters of recommendations. To learn about this scholarship listen to this interview- http://bit.ly/PBJInterview
Perry/Westgate Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 (over 2 yrs) Due Date:04/05/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: Agriculture/Conservation /Environment/Wayne County Resident
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR APPLICATION AND MAIL COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: WAYNE CONSERVATION DISTRICT ATTN: JAMIE KNECHT WAYNE COUNTY PARK STREET COMPLEX 648 PARK STREET HONESDALE, PA 18431 *See schoology attached application or school counselor office. Senior must be Wayne County resident and must enter two to four-year college in agriculture, conservation or environmental curriculum mail completed application with transcript, counselor signature & recommendation letters (none from teacher or family) and essay on future goals (1 page, double spaced) Award is for $1,000 OVER 2 YEARS ($500 awarded 1st year)& ($500 awarded 2nd year after conservation receives college freshman year copy of transcript).
Pike County Public Library Scholarship
Amount: $750 Due Date:04/26/2024
Description: Education
WAHS APPLICATION: Student must be furthering their school and majoring in Education or similar field of study.
Pike-Wayne Trout Unlimited Scholarship
Amount: $500 Due Date:04/04/2024
Description: Environmental
WAHS APPLICATION: Student must major in aquatic biology/fishery management/or some type of environmental studies and plan to continue education at a 2/4-yr college, show a financial need.
PPL Powerful Tech & Trade Scholarship
Amount: $TBA Due Date:03/01/2024
EMail: pplelectric.com/recycle
Description: TRADES
Website: https://www.pplweb.com/communities/brighter-future-scholarships/#:~:text=The%20PPL%20Foundation%20will%20award,and%20tech%20and%20trade%20roles.
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://www.pplweb.com/communities/ppl-foundation/brighter-futures-scholarships/ Applicants to the Powerful Tech and Trade Scholarship must meet all the following criteria: Reside within Pike or Wayne. -Be a high school senior, graduate, current undergraduate or non-traditional student.-Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year college or vocational,technical/trade school for the entire upcoming academic year within the PPL Power Scholars Network* of schools.-Plan to purse a certificate, diploma, or degree in: Engineering, Industrial, Computer Science, Natural Resources Technologies, Electrical, Electronics, Project Management, HVAC, Building Construction, or another trade.-Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent.-
PPL Powering a Brighter Future Scholarship
Amount: $TBA Due Date:03/01/2024
Description: Engineering/Information Technology
Website: https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/powerscholars/
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: PPL Foundation has established a scholarship program, which aims to advance diversity, equity and inclusion and attract more women and minorities to careers in engineering and information technology.This program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarship, tuition assistance and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. Awards are granted without regard to creed, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.Be a high school senior, graduate, current undergraduate or non-traditional student. Student must be a Resident of Pike or Wayne-Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited four-year college/university for the entire upcoming academic year.-Plan to purse a degree in Engineering, Information Technology or related majors. -Have a minimum grade point average of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent.
Road to Safety Scholarship Contest ~ Statewide
Amount: $Varies Due Date:04/05/2024
EMail: email: [email protected] Website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKX3J34_8RL5wTlhBLqWiCelpc-ssXhCyYE2qjc7LxuJVNbA/closedform?pli=1
Description: General
Website: http://facebook.com/MetzgerWickersham
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKX3J34_8RL5wTlhBLqWiCelpc-ssXhCyYE2qjc7LxuJVNbA/closedform?pli=1 Each day, over 200 people are injured and 4 people are killed in traffic accidents in Pennsylvania. At Metzger Wickersham law firm, we have represented thousands of people injured in auto accidents, and we know how a serious or fatal car crash can devastate a victim’s family, friends and the surrounding community.
Many motor vehicle crashes are caused by risky behaviors like driving under the influence of alcohol or texting while driving. These types of accidents are especially heartbreaking, because they are fully preventable.
Metzger Wickersham’s scholarship program encourages students to take a stand against dangerous driving. The Road to Safety Scholarship Contest provides Pennsylvania high school seniors with the opportunity to submit a creative project about the dangers of drunk driving or distracted driving for the chance to win college scholarship money. The ultimate goal of the contest is to help spread the message to drive with safety in mind all the time!
First place winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship, second place winners will receive $750 and third place winners will receive $500. Metzger Wickersham’s Road to Safety Scholarship Contest is open to graduating, college-bound high school seniors in Pennsylvania. High school seniors may enter the contest by submitting a creative project that sends a memorable message about the dangers of drunk driving or distracted driving.
The Joseph A. and Mary J. Helpern Scholarship
Amount: $3,000 ($1,000 each) Due Date:02/23/2024
Description: Health Career/Science/The Arts
WAHS APPLICATION: This scholarship is for seniors furthering their education in Health Career, Science, or The Arts. The candidate must demonstrate a financial need as well as academic achievement. The application should include an essay (not to exceed one page) explaining the students' career interests as well as something about their life experience that contributed to their decision. They will also need to submit a letter of acceptance from an accredited college or trade school related to the individual career of study.
The Lackawaxen River Conservancy Scholarship
Amount: $500 Due Date:04/12/2024
Description: Environmental Conservation
Website: http://www.lackawaxenriver.org/
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: http://www.lackawaxenriver.org/ or mail to the address provided on their application. *Don't forget to complete their essay discussing environmental issues. DUE TO DONOR NO LATER THAN APRIL 12th. Recommendation from science teacher and counselor report will be your responsibility to email them to complete. Your college major should lead to a career in environmental conservation.
The Lariat Future Innovators Foundation Scholarship
Amount: $TBA Due Date:06/15/2024
EMail: https://lariatfoundation.org/scholarships/
Description: STEM Studies COLLEGE STUDENTS ONLY
OUTSIDE AWARD FOR STUDENT IN COLLEGE: Please see details regarding scholarship opportunities be visiting: LariatFoundation.org Our Lariat STEM Scholarship is directed towards students between 18-24, from lower-income families in rural areas, who are pursuing a degree in math or science. Example Eligible Degree Programs - Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering - Biosciences & Pre-med - Chemical Engineering - Chemistry - Materials Science and Engineering - Mathematics - Nuclear Engineering - Oceanography - Physics. Details of Scholarship: Students awarded the scholarship, and who continue to meet eligibility requirements, will receive funding annually as follows: $6,000 as a Freshmen /$6,000 as a Sophomore / $8,000 as a Junior/$10,000 as a Senior
The Shannon Robertson Lorenzo Award
Amount: $1,000 Due Date:03/29/2024
Description: Culinary Arts Program
WAHS APPLICATION: Student must demonstrate excellence in the Culinary Arts Program and plans on continuing professional preparation at the graduate level.
Tyler Paul Whitman Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $TBA Due Date:02/23/2024
Description: General
WAHS APPLICATION: Plus minimum of 250-word essay on "Suicide prevention and awareness including statistics on depression, suicide in college students & what help is available "Why is this subject important to you? What are the signs? What help is available? Include a statement on your financial need, attach transcript with B average grades or above and acceptance letter with intentions to attend a 2-4 yr. college or technical school.
USW District 10 Hugh Carcella Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 over 4 years Due Date:03/15/2024
Description: Be a son, daughter or legal ward of United Steelworkers District 10(Eastern) Union Member
Website: http://www.usw.org
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR APPLICATION FROM PARTICIPATING LOCAL UNION: Eligibility: An applicant must be the son, daughter or active legal ward of a member of the United Steelworkers, District 10 (Eastern). Can be disabled, retiree or decreased but in good standing with the Local Union participating in the Scholarship Program. To apply you must contact www.usw.org
WAHS Field Hockey Award
Amount: $500 Due Date:03/29/2024
Description: Field Hockey Player
WAHS APPLICATION: Senior who played at least one year and made a difference to their team. Please submit an brief essay on:"What has being on the team has meant to you?
WAHS Swim Team Scholarship
Amount: $400 ($200 each) Due Date:03/11/2024
Description: Swim Team Scholarship
WAHS APPLICATION: Add additional 200-word ESSAY on "How did swimming affect your life?" Applicant must be attending 2/4-year college or trade school. 1 Female and 1 Male Senior swimmer will be chosen. Preference given to students who swam 4 years but not less than 2 years.
Wayne County Community Foundation
Amount: $Varies Due Date:04/01/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: General
Website: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships Website opens on February 1st and closes on April 1st. Award is based on academics and student needs-Student must plan to attend a 2/4yr college--Student needs to provide a list of activities. Many different majors are considered in the many different fields-if student does not attend school, scholarship money must be returned.
Wayne County Community Foundation: Gayle Akers Koropchak Scholarship
Amount: $5,000 (over 4 yrs)or $2,500 (over 2 yrs) Due Date:04/01/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: General
Website: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships Website opens on February 1st and closes on April 1st. This scholarship requires an acceptance letter. It will be awarded to a motivated, hardworking, and actively involved with community/sports Senior, going to a 4-year college or trade school preferred. Essay on- "How will you use your further education and/or profession to help the community where you will live?" 300-500 words and description of your family dynamics, your activities, desire for math a plus, and class standing. MOST IMPORTANTLY *Please specify your financial need. If chosen, you will need to maintain GPA of 3.0, payment described as Option 1- 4-year degree: Award Amount $5,000 to be broken up as 1st year $500/2nd year $1,000/3rd year $1500/4th yr $2000 Option 2- 2-year degree: Award amount $2,500 to be broken as 1st yr $1,000/2nd year $1,500
Wayne County Community Foundation: Karllina Schmidt Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000 Due Date:04/01/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: Education/Counseling/Art Therapy/Construction/Management/Entrepreneurship
Website: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships Website opens on February 1st and closes on April 1st. Scholarship will be awarded annually to a graduating senior from Wallenpaupack Area High School. The senior must be accepted into an institution of higher learning such as a college, university, or trade school, intending to study in one of the following areas: Education, Counseling, Art Therapy, Construction Management, Construction, or Entrepreneurship are eligible to apply. Karllina had an amazing spirit and zest for life that was infectious. Living by the mantra "Be kind whenever possible, it is always possible". (Dalai Lama) Karllina chose a life of giving and kindness. Her random acts of kindness came naturally to her, leading her to choose a life dedicated to helping others, particularly children. Karllina would set her intention each day to spread kindness, respect, and love to her family, friends, co-workers, and the children she spent her days with at the Wallenpaupack Primary School. In the spirit of spreading love and kindness, the Karllina Schmidt Scholarship Fund strives to commemorate the amazing legacy that Karllina has bestowed upon the Wallenpaupack community and the life she shared with her amazing husband, Duane Schmidt and their two wonderful children, Paulina and Arthur. Honoring her passion to teach, ability to embrace differences, and desire to cultivate the development of respectful young people, and their uplifting impact on the community through the family run construction business and long family history in the region.
Wayne County Community Foundation: Pleasant Valley Grange Scholarship
Amount: $1500 (varies) Due Date:04/01/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: Agriculture, Forestry, Environmental Science, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Technician, Technology Program, Natural Gas Industry
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships Website opens on February 1st and closes on April 1st. Provide biographical statement-Student must reside in Wayne County & currently enrolled as a senior in high school. Applicant must state reason for applying for this scholarship. Preference will be given to applicants that are planning on a future in agriculture or related field, not limited to: Forestry, Environmental Science, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Tech, Technology Program, & Natural Gas Industry.
Wayne County Community Foundation: WAMF Health Science Award
Amount: $2,000 Due Date:04/01/2024
EMail: [email protected]
Description: Health Science Major
OUTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRES YOU TO USE THEIR ONLINE APPLICATION: https://www.waynefoundation.org/Scholarships Website opens on February 1st and closes on April 1st. Along with application, this award requires an essay on "Why are health science important?"
William C. Weber Continuing Education Award
Amount: $4,000 ($2,000 each) Due Date:03/25/2024
Description: General
WAHS APPLICATION: This scholarship is based on need first, then transcript & 2 letters of recommendation-Must live in area served by Tobyhanna-Newfoundland Lions Club (Greene-Dreher twnsp Newfoundland, Greentown or South Sterling address)-attend a 2/4 yr school or vocational school-community service-financial need-academic performance-plus additional "letters" of recommendation from teacher and one from community leader, clergy or employer-250 word Essay typed on "The Importance of Community Service"-money returned in full if student does not to attend school or attend a meeting to receive monetary in either June, July or August or it'll be forfeited.
