SCHOLARSHIPS 2014 2015 Scholarship applications are available in the Guidance Office, located by Number in the SCHOLARSHIPS file drawer and ONLINE at the CHS Guidance website at www.chathamcentralschools.com National Young Arts Foundation awards cash awards/ college scholarships to young artists actors, artist, dancer, filmmaker, designer, musician, photographer, singer songwriter or writer age 15 to 18. Apply online at youngarts.org/apply2015. Deadline October 17, 2014. Wendy s High School Heisman Award honors high school students who excel in academics, athletics, and community involvement. To be eligible a student must have maintained at least a B grade point average and participated in one of the 27 sports officially sanctioned by the National Federation of State High School Associations, and demonstrated active involvement in his or her community. Now through October 3, 2014, class of 2015 graduating seniors can apply at www.wendyshighschoolheisman.com. (Number 1) The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards recognizes the top high school youth volunteer in each state. Information and applications available on line at http://spirit.prudential.com. Students should complete their online applications by Tuesday, November 4. Nominee(s) must be certified by their school by Tuesday, November 11. The Horatio Alger Association Scholarship provides financial assistance to students throughout the nation who have financial need and have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity. Scholarship criteria also include high school graduation in spring/summer of 2015, commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor s degree and US citizenship. Students may apply online through October 25, 2014 at www.horatioalger.org/scholarships Information in guidance. (Number 102) Park Scholar Award from Ithaca College for studying at the Roy. H. Park School of Communications. Award covers the full cost of attendance (tuition, room, and board) per year including stipends for living expenses, books and a computer purchase. Application/information/deadlines in guidance. www.ithaca.edu/parkscholars (Number 6) The Pride Center Youth Scholarships for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, queer/questioning and allied high school students who exemplify leadership, academic achievement and commitment to LGBT equality and are entering their freshmen year of college or an accredited school program in the fall of 2015. Application online www.capitalpridecenter.org. Deadline to Pride Center is Friday, May 1, 2015. (Number 32) The Boston University Trustee Scholarship Competition where Scholars are selected from high schools around the world, are typically in the top ten percent of their class and are leaders in their schools and communities. Nomination, essay and application must be submitted to the Program by December 1, 2014. Applications and nomination materials are available online www.bu.edu/admissions/trustee Information in guidance. (Number 80) Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship (Kinderhook Lodge 2530) awards scholarships to high school seniors based on Scholarship, Leadership, and Financial need. Details in guidance; Application needs to be downloaded from this address http://www.elks.org/enf/scholars/applymvs.cfm DEADLINE TO GUIDANCE IS NO LATER THAN 8:30 AM ON DECEMBER 5, 2014. APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THAT TIME! (Number 8)
The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest. Students are asked to write an original and creative essay of 1,000 words or less that demonstrates an understanding of political courage as described by John F. Kennedy in Profiles in Courage. Describe and analyze an act of political courage by a United States elected official that took place during or after 1956. Include an analysis of the obstacles, risks, and consequences associated with the act. The essay may concern an issue at the local, state, national, or international level. For criteria visit www.jfklibrary.org. Essay submission deadline: January 5, 2015. (Number 2) The Sean Patrick French Love of Running Scholarship for seniors who participated in Varsity Cross Country and/or Track & Field for at least 2 years. Must be done online at www.seansrun.com website go to the Scholarships page. Info in guidance. REVISED DEADLINE is December 15, 2014. (Number 13) The Sean Patrick French Memorial Scholarship for one female senior and one male senior who express and demonstrate compassion and sensitivity to all types of people. Must be done online at www.seansrun.com website go to the Scholarships page. Info in guidance. REVISED DEADLINE is December 15, 2014. (Number 14) The Sean Patrick French Section II XC Good Sportsmanship Scholarship is for two high school seniors who have been selected by NYSPHSAA Section II Cross Country Coaches as Good Sportsmanship Award Winners. Must be done online at www.seansrun.com website go to the Scholarships page. Info in guidance. REVISED DEADLINE is December 15, 2014. (Number 15) NFIB Young Entrepreneur Award is a scholarship for a graduating high school senior who operates his/her own small business. See Guidance or visit www.nfib.com/yea for more information and to apply online no later than December 18, 2014. (Number 79) AXA Achievement Scholarship one winner from each state, AXA Achievers share these qualities: Ambition and drive, Determination to set and reach goals, Respect for self, family and community, Ability to succeed in college. Applications available online as of October 15, 2014. Apply early as only the first 10,000 applications will be accepted. Deadline to organization is in December BUT if 10,000 applications are received before that date, the program will automatically close. Learn more and apply online at www.axa achievement.com. AXA Achievement Community Scholarship up to 375 winners nationwide for applicants who are active in community. Have you been active in your community, led a project that benefitted others, or have overcome a personal challenge? Applications available online as of October 15, 2015. Apply early since only the first 10.000 applications will be accepted. Deadline to organization is in February, 2015, BUT if 10,000 applications are received before this date, the program will automatically close. Learn more and apply online at www.axa achievement.com. The GE Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program awards roughly 20 college bound students who demonstrate exemplary leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship with $10,000 renewable scholarships. Must apply online. For more information, eligibility requirements, and an online application, visit www.reaganfoundation.org/scholarships or on Facebook at http://facebook.com/gereaganscholarships. Deadline: January 8, 2015. (Number 81)
The Timothy Charron Memorial Scholarship for a senior who is the son, stepson, daughter or stepdaughter of a Chatham Fire Department Firefighter or Ladies Auxiliary member. Applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is April 1, 2015. (Number 28) The Heidi Severance Award to a senior planning to attend Hudson Valley Community College and enter the field of Human Services. Application in guidance. Deadline to guidance REVISED TO APRIL 17, 2015. (Number 30) The Martin Tuczinski Community Leadership Award is given to a graduating senior who has demonstrated leadership, an interest in government, patriotism, and community service. Applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is April 24, 2015. (Number 31) The Class of 1965 Scholarship is given to a graduating student who has demonstrated a commitment to their community. Applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is May 1, 2015. (Number 29) All of the following Berkshire Taconic Foundation Scholarship Applications must be done online: Cha Nel Scholarship is for graduating high school seniors of Chatham High School. Deadline to Foundation is April 1, 2015. Apply online at www.berkshiretaconic.org (Number 67) Emma M. Kirshhofer Scholarship Fund for high school seniors who are residents of Columbia County. Deadline to Foundation is April 1, 2015. Apply online at www.berkshiretaconic.org (Number 68) Quailwood Scholarship is for full time residents of Red Rock for most of the two years prior to this application and have been accepted at a college or professional program. Deadline to Foundation is April 1, 2015. Apply online at www.berkshiretaconic.org (Number 88) Fairbank Family Scholarship Fund will award scholarships to two or four year college bound and/or vocational training bound graduating seniors who are dependents of employees of Jiminy Peak or Centerplate employees working at Jiminy Peak. Deadline to Foundation is April 1, 2015. Apply online at www.berkshiretaconic.org (Number 89) Quality Printing Scholarship for individuals who have a parent or step parent who has been a full time employee of Quality Printing for not less than five years prior to the application. Deadline to Foundation is April 1, 2015. Apply online at www.berkshiretaconic.org (number 90) NYWEA New York Water Environment Association, Inc. Scholarship awards THREE scholarships: The $10,000 Major Environmental Career Scholarship The $5,000 Nicholas J. Bartilucci Environmental Scholarship The $2,000 Scholarship Application Package and others to students who will be enrolled in an environmentally related program in a four year college or university. Information and applications online at www.nywea.org Deadline to Association is February 10, 2015. (Number 4)
Ronald B. Czajkowski, Jr. Memorial Scholarship awarded to a graduating member of the football team who brings a crucial, intangible value to the team and his teammates. Applicants to answer question in their own words Why do you play football? Applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is May 1, 2015. (Number 112) CEN Manufacturing 2015 Scholarship is awarded to encourage students to consider careers in manufacturing. For high school seniors graduating in 2015 and accepted at an accredited two or four year college, university or trade school and planning to enroll in a major which can lead to qualifying for a position with a manufacturer. Applications in guidance or online at www.cenmfg.org Deadline to Organization is March 31, 2015. (Number 7) The Ned Carter Scholarship offered by the Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York to NYS High School Seniors graduating in June of 2015. Student MUST be related to or be a Firefighter in an affiliated member organization of the Association of Fire Districts of NYS and MUST reside in NYS. Applicant should be pursuing a post secondary career in the community service related areas of endeavor at a 2 or 4 year college. Applications in guidance or online at www.firedistnys.com or in guidance. Applications MUST be postmarked by Saturday, March 7, 2015, and mailed to AFDSNY Scholarship Committee. (Number 16) Sons of the American Revolution George & Stella Knight Essay Contest is for sophomores, juniors or seniors the contest is conducted in three phases: local, state and National. Our National, yet local Society, seeks to maintain and expand the meaning of patriotism, respect for our national symbols, the value of American citizenship, and the unifying force of e pluribus unum. Deadline for valid entry: Monday, December 22, 2014. Applications and information available in guidance or online at www.sar.org. (Number 1B) 2014 2015 Civics Poster / Essay Contest for 11th or 12th grade students. Participants may submit one poster and or one essay. Deadline to Guidance is February 2, 2015. Information and applications in guidance. (Number 113) The Giddings Foundation Scholarship can represent a generous contribution to a deserving student s college financial obligation. They are granted in recognition of a graduating senior s overall personal achievement with emphasis on leadership, community service and high academic standing. Eligibility: graduating seniors with a GPA of 85 or above. Deadline to Guidance is February 13, 2015. (Number 19) Excellence in Nursing Awards Essay Scholarship from Hudson Valley Magazine awards a $1500 scholarship to a motivated senior who plans to pursue a career in nursing. Must be a high school senior and send an essay explaining why you want to be a nurse. Information in guidance. Application deadline: Applications must be postmarked by February 13, 2015. (Number 97) Big Mind Learning Scholarship for high school juniors and seniors. Students will be evaluated purely on the merit of their personal essays in response to a writing prompt. The scholarship will honor students who speak their minds and examine their personal lives in clear, vivid writing. Application form, guidelines and criteria available on the website www.bigmindlearning.com. Submission Deadline to Big Mind Learning is April 1, 2015. (Number 35)
SEFCU SCHOLARSHIPS for a high school senior who is the primary member on a SEFCU account. Applicants will be judged on academic performance, extracurricular, community and volunteer activities, and the quality and content of a written essay. Please e mail marketing@sefcu.com for the following scholarship application packets: 1. SEFCU Smart Sense Scholarship ($1,000) is open to all college bound high school seniors who are SEFCU members. Deadline to SEFCU is January 31, 2015. (Number 18) 2. SEFCU John Ilacqua Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) is available to one high school senior who is a SEFCU member and planning to attend Siena College. The one time scholarship is given to a student with a strong academic record who has demonstrated a commitment to his/her community through volunteerism. Deadline to SEFCU is January 31, 2015. (Number 18) 3. Credit Union Association of New York (CUANY) Scholarships ($500 and $1,000) will be awarded to high school seniors. (Number 18) B nai B rith Capital Area Holocaust Essay Contest is free and open to high school and middle school students in the 12 county Capital area of NY. Information in guidance or visit www.bbhec.org Deadline to organization must be emailed or postmarked by April 16, 2015. (Number 50) Marion Heath Payn Scholarship Program is administered by the Board of Education of Chatham Central School District from funds received from the estate of Marion Heath Payn. The income from these funds is used to provide scholarships to worthy and needy graduates of Chatham High School. Applications in guidance; deadline is April 30, 2015. (Number 36) Berkshire Bank Scholarships are offered to HS Seniors with a record of community service who attend a high school in a town served by Berkshire Bank. The Berkshire Bank Foundation will award up to 30 local High School Seniors a $1,500 scholarship. Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, a gross family annual income under $75,000, and plan to attend a 2 or 4 year college or technical school. Information available in guidance or visit www.berkshirebank.com/scholarships. Deadline to Berkshire Bank Foundation: March 25, 2015 by 4:00 pm. (Number 106) Buick Achievers Scholarship Program is for seniors who plan to enroll full time at a four year college or university and who plan to major in a field of study that focuses on engineering, technology, design or business, with an interest in the automotive industry. Info in guidance or visit website for program details and the online application: www.buickachievers.com Deadline: February 27, 2015. (Number 39) Ronald McDonald Scholarship for high school seniors. Information available in guidance or at www.rmhcnytristate.org/. Deadline for application is January 20, 2015. Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Nu Chapter Grant in Aid Scholarship is awarded to a female high school senior graduating in June 2015 and who intends to prepare for a career in the teaching profession. Applications and criteria available in guidance. Deadline to guidance is Friday, February 24, 2015. (Number 26) Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship Upper Hudson Association champions outstanding academic achievement and a liberal education, awarding scholarships to two 2015 high school graduates from the region planning to enter college in the fall of 2015. Applicants must have at least a 90% GPA and be in the top 10% of their class. Applications in guidance; deadline to guidance is Wednesday, March 4, 2015. (Number 37)
The Zonta Club s Jean M. Coon Humanitarian Award for outstanding community service is awarded to a Junior or a Senior. Academic achievement is not a factor in selecting a winner. Information and applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is Monday, March 2, 2015. (Number 45) Rider Mills Historical Association F. Fowler Root Scholarship is offered to interested students from both the Chatham Central and the New Lebanon School Districts who have shown academic achievement and good character and has participated in school activities. Applications available in guidance; deadline to guidance is April 27, 2015. (Number 47) Spencertown Fire Company Fred Oleynek Memorial Scholarship to a graduating senior who A) has resided at least 2 years in the area serviced by the Spencertown Fire Co. or B) lives within the Austerlitz Fire District and has a parent who is a member in good standing of the Spencertown Fire Co. and c) plans to continue their education at an institution of higher learning. Applications in guidance; deadline to guidance is April 17, 2015. (Number 41) The Linnea Bell Music Scholarships are given to two (2) students who are residents of the Chatham School District. Linnea Bell, a junior at Chatham High School, was a young woman with ambitions to become a musician/dj. Preference is given to students who are entering their first year of a two or four year college with a goal of pursuing a career in music. These goals could be in singing and performing, as well as in the professional industry, i.e. recording studio, disc jockey, sound engineer, or musical theater. Applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is April 17, 2015. ( Number 71) Ghent VFW #5933 Auxiliary Scholarship is awarded to a child, grandchild, niece or nephew who is a graduating student and also related to a Veteran of Foreign Wars. Deadline is April 30, 2015. (Number 77) Meghan Kraham Memorial Scholarship is awarded to one male and one female senior (or more) who are committed to pursuing a post secondary education. The recipients shall be students who, like Meghan Kraham, engaged in community service, strong and positive school spirit through extra curricular school activities, and conducted themselves with a high moral code and serve as a good role model for other students. Application in guidance; deadline to guidance is MAY 1, 2015. (Number 34) Simon Youth Community Scholarship will be given to a high school senior who lives within 50 mile of Lee Premium Outlets. The student must plan to attend an accredited university, two or four year college or technical or vocational school. Applications are considered by a variety of criteria, including academic record, leadership skills, participation in school and community activities, and financial data. Online only go to www.syf.org. Deadline to submit online including official HS transcript is February 25, 2015. (Number 115) Farm Credit East, ACA offers several college scholarships to students pursuing careers in agriculture, commercial fishing or the forest products industry. To apply you must fill out our brief application and complete an essay. Applications on website at www.farmcrediteast.com. All applications and essays need to be submitted through their website by April 3, 2015. (Number 52) Ad Club Scholarship For high school seniors or for students entering their junior or senior year at a Capital Region college or university who are majoring in public communications, marketing, graphic arts, public relations, or any other communications related curriculum. Deadline to The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region is March 10, 2014. Info in guidance. Applications at http://www.cfgcr.org/scholarships.php (Number 43)
Michael J. Campbell Memorial Scholarship This award is intended for a graduating senior enrolled in a High School Vocational Education Program in Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren and Washington County of New York State OR a freshman already enrolled in a college or university in pursuit of an Associate s Degree in Construction Technology, Building Construction/Building Trades, Carpentry AAS or AOS, Construction Technology (with carpentry minor), or Construction Technology/Building Construction. Deadline to The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region is March 10, 2014. Info in guidance. Applications at http://www.cfgcr.org/scholarships.php (Number 93) Gene Robb Journalism Scholarship Established to recognize the many significant contributions that Gene Robb, former publisher of the Times Union, made to the field of journalism. The student must have a clearly demonstrated interest in journalism and provide samples of journalistic work. Personal recommendations are required. Deadline to the Gene Robb Journalism Scholarship is March 10, 2014. Info in guidance. Applications at http://www.cfgcr.org/scholarships.php (Number 42) Down Syndrome Aim High Scholarship ($1,700): To benefit students who will assist those with Down Syndrome by pursuing education and a career in the field of special education or speech, physical, or occupational therapy. Deadline to The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region is March 6, 2015. Applications in guidance or at http://www.cfgcr.org/scholarships.php (Number 94) The Amy Bindelglass Memorial Essay Scholarship to enhance awareness of organ and tissue donation. Must be a high school junior or senior and write a convincing, persuasive essay on the assigned topic, and demonstrate a clear understanding of the regulations and ethics surrounding organ and tissue donation. Information in guidance. Submissions must be postmarked by Friday, May 1, 2015. (Number 55) Peter Gerkman Jr. Memorial Scholarship To a Greater Capital Region high school senior who participated in the high school varsity level football program in the fall of 2014. Must plan to attend an accredited trade school, college or university (located in the United States) in pursuit of a degree or vocational certification. Student must have demonstrated scholastic ability with a minimum GPA of 80% and vocational achievement in construction technology. Deadline to The Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region is March 6, 2015. Applications in guidance or at http://www.cfgcr.org/scholarships.php (Number 107) The NYS Association of Agricultural Fairs awards scholarships to students in his/her senior year of high school to provide assistance to any student who has been actively involved in local fairs. Application must be downloaded from the NYSAAF website, www.nyfairs.org, completed by the student, signed by applicant and parent/guardian and then submitted to one of the member fairs for endorsement. Handwritten applications are not considered. Information in guidance. Deadline to submit application to a member fair or the NYSSA is no later than Friday, April 10, 2015. (Number 46) CNY Air & Waste Management Association offers Scholarships to high school seniors enrolled in Central New York college for the fall 2014 semester in an environmental related program of study. Info in guidance and application at http://www.awma cny.org/givingback.html. Deadline: Must be postmarked or emailed by February 27, 2015. (Number 87)
Miles of HOPE Breast Cancer Foundation College Scholarships assist college bound high school seniors who have been affected by breast cancer in some way. Information in guidance Must be done online. Go to www.milesofhope.org Deadline to Foundation is April 1, 2015. (Number 21) Uel Wade Music Scholarship exists to give local area musicians an opportunity to further their musical studies. Application Is open to any teenage high school musician (instrumental or singer) who resides in Columbia, Greene, or Rensselaer County in NY or Berkshire County in MA. Information in guidance. Apply online at www.uelwade.org. Deadline to Uel Wade Music Scholarship April 15, 2015. (Number 57) WACE National Co op Scholarship Program offers merit scholarships to students who are admitted to one of ten WACE Partner Institutions, Clarkson University, SUNY Oswego, U of Cincinnati, Johnson & Wales University, U of Massachusetts Lowell, RIT, U of Toledo, Wentworth Institute of Technology, Merrimack College, Kettering University, Drexel University. For more information and application go to www.waceinc.org or Facebook (WACEINC) and Twitter (WACE_INC). Deadline to Institutions: Must be postmarked no later than February 15, 2015. (Number 82) FASNY Gerald J. Buckenmeyer Volunteer Scholarship is for applicant whose parent/legal guardian is a member in good standing with FASNY(Firemen s Association of the State of New York); must be a senior in high school who is enrolled in the fall 2015 school year at an accredited 2/4 year institution of higher learning; is a current junior firefighter, explorer Scout or a RAM volunteer; a volunteer firefighter is a volunteer fire department or a volunteer with an EMS agency; and has demonstrated a commitment to volunteer service and to the community. Applications online at www.fasny.com/awards Deadline to foundation is March 15, 2015. (Number 91) Bill Shrader, Sr. Memorial Scholarships are awarded to three male and three female runners planning to attend a college, university or community college on a full time basis. The awards will be limited to track or cross country runners currently attending a Section II high school or community college. Applications in guidance or online at: www.hmrrc.com Applications must be received by the HNRRC Scholarship Committee by April 1, 2015. (Number 40) Rockwell Scholarship Award given by the Junior League of Albany to one young woman for the purpose of assisting in obtaining an education and skills necessary to further her volunteer potential. Information in guidance. Deadline to the Junior League must be postmarked by March 31, 2015. (Number 25) The Capital District Chapter of the NY State Society of Professional Engineers is offering scholarships to graduating seniors who intend to study engineering. Deadline to Foundation: Must be postmarked on or before March 20, 2015. Information available at www.capdistpe.org/fldweb/schol.htm or in guidance. (Number 64) American Society of Civil Engineers Mohawk Hudson Section Scholarship is for a graduating senior seeking to continue their education with a goal and desire to become a practicing civil engineer. Applications in guidance or online at http://www.ascemohawkhudson.org/ Deadline to ASCE Mohawk Hudson Scholarship Committee is March 27, 2015. (Number 53) Capital District Counseling Association 2015 Scholarships one each for a local freshman enrolling at a Capital Region two year college for the fall of 2015 and a local freshman enrolling at a Capital region fouryear college for the fall of 2015. Applications in guidance. Deadline to Association is May 1, 2015. (Number 65)
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE HUDSON VALLEY DEADLINES TO FOUNDATION FOR ALL SCHOLARSHIPS IS APRIL 1, 2015 Visit www.cfhvny.org for local scholarship opportunities. You can search by high school to see all of the valuable opportunities available to you! Thousands of dollars will be awarded this spring. April 1 st is the deadline for most scholarships, unless a special deadline is noted. Complete guidelines and online applications are available at www.cfhvny.org. For any of the following scholarships please see (Number 17) Cosimo DiBrizzi Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Cosimo DiBrizzi and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor his memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a career at the Culinary Institute of America. Several scholarships will be awarded with awards ranging from $1,000 to $2,000. Doherty Package Pavement Company Scholarship Students continuing their education beyond high school, whose parents or guardians have been employed by one of the companies (Package Pavement Company, Inc., Red Wing Properties, Inc., or Stormville Trucking, Inc) for at least five years, are eligible to apply. Scholarship is not renewable, but winners may apply in up to four subsequent years. Scholarships generally range from $1,000 to $2,000. Eileen Hickey Nursing Scholarship Established by the family of Eileen Hickey and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor her memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a career in nursing at Mount Saint Mary College in Newburgh, New York. Several $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. Kathleen H. Zwissler Memorial Scholarship Established by Adams Fairacre Farms to honor her memory, this scholarship is available to seniors graduating from high school and students currently enrolled in accredited academic institutions whose field of study is or will be in a business related field and who works at or whose parents or guardians are employed by Adams Fairacre Farms, Inc. One $500 scholarship will be awarded. Luigi and Elisa Panichi Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Luigi and Elisa Panichi to honor their memory, this scholarship is available to seniors graduating from high school and students currently enrolled in accredited academic institutions including 4 year public and private colleges or universities, community colleges and trade schools whose parents or guardians are employed by Panichi Holding Corp. d/b/a Royal Carting Service Co. or Valley 82 Holding Corp. d/b/a Welsh Sanitation Service. Scholarships generally range from $500 to $1,000. Manufacturing and Trade Scholarship Established by the Manufacturing and Trade Committee of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Manufacturing & Trade Scholarship is designed to give Hudson Valley residents, age 17 or older, who possess or are working towards a High School or General Equivalency Diploma, the opportunity to continue and/or complete their educational needs in manufacturing or trade profession. Scholarship monies will be given directly to the educational institution. Funds may be used for tuition, materials or textbooks, as necessary components to a Manufacturing or Trade course. Materials may include industry specific electronics (not including personal computers), measuring tools, calculators and other educational devices. The scholarship maximum is $2,000.00 per student.
Mary Abdoo Fashion Memorial Scholarship Established by the family of Mary Abdoo and the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce to honor her memory, this scholarship is available to any resident of the Hudson Valley who is pursuing a career in fashion at Marist College. One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded. All scholarships for Columbia County High Schools are available through the scholarship search feature. Complete guidelines and applications are available at www.cfhvny.org. Palma Hanson Award is awarded to a female student who wishes to further her education beyond high school. The work ethic and financial need of the applicant will be considered. Applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is Friday, April 24, 2015. (Number 78) Chatham Lions Club Scholarships are given to graduating seniors who are planning to attend college and have indicated financial need. Applications in guidance: deadline to guidance is May 1, 2015. (Number 72) The Garden Club of Kinderhook Scholarship for graduating seniors enrolling in a degree program in Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Botany, Agronomy, City Planning, Land Management or Related Fields. Deadline to guidance is April 13, 2015. (Number 48) COARC KATHELYN CASWELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS will be awarded to two graduating high school students who have been accepted to matriculate in an undergraduate college level program of study leading to career preparation relevant to work with the disabled (e.g. rehabilitation counselor, special education teacher, any allied field). Academic performance and financial need will be the primary criteria. Deadline to guidance is April 24, 2015. (Number 58) Skip Harkowa Scholarship Award 2015 from the Columbia County Sportsmen s Federation for environmental conservation and/or an active hunter, fisherman, trapper, conservationist, forestry, wildlife management, etc. Applications in guidance. Deadline to Columbia County Sportsman Federation: Completed Application with ALL required supporting documents including recommendations must be received by May 4, 2015. (Number 66) Columbia County Association of Town Superintendents Scholarship awards two scholarships to engineering students who intend to pursue a career in fields related to infrastructure: road construction and maintenance, bridge design, traffic control, transportation, communications, energy generation and transmission, and the many other technologies that are so essential to our nation s well being and progress. Applications forms available in guidance. Deadline: (Applicant is responsible for mailing) the completed application and endorsement must be received by the Columbia County Sportsmen s Federation by Monday, May 4, 2015. (Number 95) CHS Fine Arts Booster Club Scholarships one each: ART Award, MUSIC Award, DRAMA Award, LITERATURE Award. Criteria and applications available in guidance; deadline to guidance is May 11, 2015. (Number 38) NAWIC National Association of Women in Construction Scholarship 2015 offers an award to a qualified female senior who plans to enroll in an accredited college in construction related degree program and
wishes to pursue a career in construction: constructional management, architecture: civil, mechanical, structural, or electrical engineering. Applications in guidance; Applications must be received by Association no later than April 10, 2015. (Number 60) Paul and Maria Morra Scholarship by Cornell Cooperative Extension is awarded to a current resident of Columbia or Greene Counties and pursuing further academic work beyond high school in the field of horticulture, agriculture, forestry or natural resources. Applications and criteria in guidance. Deadline: Packet must be received by Cornell Cooperative Extension by April 15, 2015. (Number 116) Upstage Productions Senior Awards for the purpose of cultivating, promoting, fostering, sponsoring and developing an understanding, taste and appreciation for the performing arts. Students must have participated in some form of art (i.e. art classes, musicals, OVA, band, etc.) Applications in guidance. Deadline to guidance is April 20, 2015. (Number 59) The Grace R. McIver Education Award is presented by CAPSBA, the Capital District School Boards Association, to a graduating senior who is planning a career in public education. Information in guidance. Essay and other required information should be submitted via email to LWertz@Niskyschools.org by Thursday, April 30, 2015. (Number 117) Weidner Ed Davis Scholarships by the CAP COM Cares Foundation awarded to graduating young adult CAP COM Credit Union members pursuing a degree. Essay in response to question required Application online at www.capcomfcu.org/scholarships. Deadline to Foundation is May 1, 2015. (Number 22)