Scholarship Deadline Alice Angney Scholarship for Leadership and Service 3/16/2020 Andrew Frederick Laramie Memorial Scholarship 3/20/2020 Benson Community Awareness Scholarship 3/20/2020 Bill & Lucille Hyde Scholarship Castleton Lions Club and Burke Family Memorial Scholarship 3/20/2020 3/20/2020 Castleton Woman's Club - GFWC Woman's Club Scholarship 3/20/2020 Catholic Daughters of the Americas 3/20/2020 Clarence F Birchmore Memorial Scholarship Award 3/20/2020 Crippen Fellows Post 50 American Legion 3/20/2020 Eaves Memorial Scholarship sponsored by the Town of Benson 3/20/2020 Fair Haven Concerts in the Park 3/20/2020 Requirements Vermont high school students demonstrating a commitment to further their education after graduation Must have demonstrated leadership and service to his or her community, academic achievement and initiative in overcoming a specific challenge or challenges Paper copy available in guidance or can complete application online: https://www.vtvsa.org/scholarship-announcement In memory of 2008 FHUHS graduate Andrew Franklin Laramie Given to a senior attending an acccredited college, university, or a technical college in pursuit of a degree in engineering, math or environmental science Distinguished candidates will have a B or better GPA, employed at least part-time to support their education and participated in both high school sports and other life-long sports activities outside of school, including hunting and fishing Benson Only Senior boy or girl who's going on to college Needs a paragraph describing what they have done for Benson Fair Haven or West Haven only Graduating senior who resides in Fair Haven or West Haven planning to attend an accredited college or technical/vocational school All seniors Available for any educational or vocational training beyond high school Castleton, Fair Haven, Hubbardton & West Haven Only Criteria which you will be judged are scholarship, leadership, community service and evidence that you will achieve your goals All seniors who are planning to attend college and are an active member of the Catholic parish in either Castleton, Fair Haven, or Orwell Awarding of the scholarship is based on a variety of considerations,including academic standing, financial need, and extracurricular activities Orwell only Awards will be made on the basis of: volunteer service, an essay, plans for the award, educational or career plans, and academic excellence FHUHS Seniors 500-1000 word essay on "10 Amendments of the Bill of Rights" See applicaion in guidance for more information Benson girls only Must submit an essay telling your plans following graduation, your plan to realize the goals you've set for yourself and how you think others might perceive you This $500 Scholarship is awarded to a FHUHS student who is planning to attend an institution of higher learning to pursue studies in the field of music If the student maintains a 3.0 GPA, this scholarship is renewable yearly maximum $2,000) throughout his/her college years Amount Type ($ 3,000.00) State ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 1,500.00) Local up to $600will varry Local ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 500.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 2,000.00) Local Scholarship Deadline Requirements Amount Fair Haven Rotary Jack Helm Memorial Scholarship 3/20/2020 Fair Haven Rotary Scholarship 3/20/2020 For a student pursuing non-degree but Certificate program for trades such as but not limited to cosmetology, auto mechanic, building trades etc Essay included ($ For a student attending a two or four year accredited college This will be awarded to someone who is a member of the Honor Roll, to include CP courses with a GPA of 2.0 (approximately 75) or higher Someone who exhibits leadership qualities, community service, and is involved in extra-curricular activities ($ Francis J Moriarity Memorial Scholarship sponsored by Sons of the American Legion - FH Squad #49 Fraternal Order of the Eagles #3709 George C Levesque Scholarship sponsored by Sons of the American Legion - FH Squad #49 Harry Denton White Scholarhsip sponsored by the Eleanor White Fund Heritage Family Credit Union Scholarship Independence Lodge #10, Free and Accepted Masons Type 1,000.00) Local 2,000.00) Local 3/20/2020 All Seniors Any student who is planning to attend college, and who's grandfather, grandmother or mother/father IS a member of the American Legion Family, in good standing or who is/who was a direct descendendant of a Veteran ($ 500.00) Local 3/20/2020 All seniors Must be a graduating senior and a dependant son or daughter or grandson/daughter of a member Must have at least a C and must have been accepted at an approved postsecondary institution, must have been active in extracurricular activities ($ 500.00) Local 3/20/2020 All Seniors Any student who is planning to attend college, and who's grandfather, grandmother or mother/father IS a member of the American Legion Family, in good standing or who is/who was a direct descendendant of a Veteran ($ 500.00) Local 3/20/2020 Town of Fair Haven Residents Only The student must be in the top 40% of their class and be accepted at a two or four year college You must submit a copy of your SAR with your completed app $4000 (over years) Local 3/26/2020 All Seniors Must intend to pursue further educationas a fulltime student in an accredited undergraduate program at a college, trade school, or university (minimum 6-credit semester or the equivalent), must be an exemplary member of the student body, must have demonstrated leadership qualities within school.Apply online at https://www.hfcuvt.com/personal/youthaccounts/scholarships $1,000 (4 awards) Local 3/20/2020 Benson & Orwell Only Must fill out a form the includes goals, academic honors, extracurricular activities and community involvement Form is in the guidance office ($ 2,000.00) Local Scholarship Deadline Requirements Amount John C White Scholarship sponsored by Sons of the American Legion - FH Squad #49 3/20/2020 All Seniors Any student who is planning to attend college, and who's grandfather, grandmother or mother/father IS a member of the American Legion Family, in good standing or who is/who was a direct descendendant of a Veteran Keith C Crossman Sr Scholarship administered through Sons of the American Legion - FH Squad #49 3/20/2020 Any student who is planning to attend a Trade School, College or University Legnion Affiliation is not required Lee Lodge #30, Free and Accepted Masons Marie Crovat Scholarship Trust Fund 3/20/2020 3/20/2020 Markie Roofing & Spray Foam Scholarship 3/20/2020 All seniors Anyone attending a college or technical school and involved in extracurricular activities ($ 3/20/2020 This scholarship was established in 2013 by the Perry Family Michael Perry was a science teacher for 38 years, as well as an actor The family's wish is to assist a graduating senior who is majoring in Education, Science, or Theater Michael D Perry Memorial Scholarship Sons of the American Legion Scholarship - FH Squad #49 The Emma LaPlaca Memorial Scholarship 3/20/2020 3/20/2020 Theresa Oram Lussier Memorial Scholarship United Church of Benson 3/20/2020 3/20/2020 Wayne "Mike" Roberts Memorial American Legion Post #49 / American Legion Auxiliary Unit #49 Joseph L Faryniarz Scholarship sponsored by the American Legion Post #49 3/20/2020 3/27/2020 3/27/2020 All Seniors who plans to attend an accredited college or technical school Orwell Only FHUHS Students residing in Orwell are eligible Must fill out a form All Seniors Any student who is planning to attend college, and who's grandfather, grandmother or mother/father IS a member of the American Legion Family, in good standing or who is/who was a direct descendendant of a Veteran All Fair Haven Union students who are seeking to further their education Must be a Fair Haven Union High School senior who resides in the town of Benson Must be a resident of Benson Fair Haven High School graduating senior planning to become an electrician, plumber or furthering their education by attending a trade school or college program FHUHS Graduating Senior Application includes info regarding activities, awards, personal goals See application in guidance FHUHS Graduating Senior Application includes info regarding activities, awards, personal goals Pick up application in guidance Type ($ 500.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Varies Local Local 500.00) Local Varies ($ Local 500.00) $1,000.00) Local Local ($ $1,000.00) 1,000.00) Local Local ($ 500.00) Local ($ 5,500.00) Local ($ 500.00) Local Scholarship Deadline Omya Industries Inc Scholarship 3/27/2020 VSAC Governor Phil Hoff Vermont Honor Scholarship 3/27/2020 St Andrew's Society of Vermont Scholarship Foundation, Inc 3/28/2020 Addison County Firefighters - Ray E Davison Scholarship 4/1/2020 Italian-American Club - Rutland 4/1/2020 Rutland Area Medical Community Scholarship 4/1/2020 Requirements Omya Inc., Verpol will award a $1,000 scholarship to one individual graduating senior who is planning to pursue a post-secondary education in a field of science, technology, engineering or math These areas include: Mechanical, Civil, Chemical and Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Chemistry, Materials/Science Engineering, Paper Science/Engineering Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Mechanical or Electrical Maintenance, Mobile or Rotating Equipment Operation & Repair, Math, Accounting and Geology Eligibility: Be a Vermont resident, graduating high school senior, demonstrate participation in extracurricular activities and/or community service, demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and plan to attend an accredited school approved for federal Title IV funding (PELL grants, Stafford Loans, PLUS Loans) Applicants will be considered from VT residents or from St Andrew's Society or VT members and their families, regardless of residency; who will enroll or who are already enrolled in an associate's or a bachelor's degree program Paper applications available in guidance or can apply online at: www.standrewssocietyofvermont.org Must be a high school senior or graduate planning to attend postsecondary education Be a resident within the ACFA service district Demonstrates financial need and academic worthiness Or Plan to enter a career in the fire service, fire protection or prevention Or be a child of an ACFA firefighter who either: completed yrs of active service, or while an active member became disabled or died Visit www.addisoncountyfire.org or stop by the guidance office for a paper application Rutland County High School senior, IAC club members & relatives Apply: paper applications available in guidance or apply online at https://tinyurl.com/iacrutland2020 OR email iacrutlandscholarship@gmail.com This scholarship is offered to seniors enrolled or enrolling in a healthcare field Scholarships will be awarded Applicaitons available in guidance or apply online: https://www.rrmc.org/ or https: //www.rrmc.org/ways-to-give/fundraising/med-staff-scholarship/ Amount Type ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) State ($ 1,000.00) State ($ 500.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Local ($ 1,000.00) Regional Scholarship Deadline Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship 4/3/2020 AFSCME Local 1201 Union Scholarship 4/10/2020 Horatio Alger National Career & Technical Scholarship Program 4/15/2020 Sons of the American Legion Denis Comai Scholarship 4/15/2020 Burlington Cars 4/20/2020 Adirondack School Counseling Association Scholarship 4/24/2020 Requirements www.phillips-scholarship.org Students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, who demonstrate financial need, display academic excellence, a commitment to serving others,a strong worth ethic, excellent leadership qualities, and grit and passion for overcoming obstacles and/or achieving future goals Must be a New England Resident If Apply by Early Respnse Deadline, first 300 applicants will receive a decision before the college common app reply date of may 1st Regular reponse applicants will be notified of decisions in late June Apply online: http://phillips-scholarship.org/new-applicants/steps-toapply/ More information in guidance Current and retired members’ of AFSCME 1201 children and grandchildren who are currently Seniors attending High School in Rutland County and Middlebury, VT At least one year of continuous union membership by the affiliated member The one-year membership minimum must be satisfied by May 31, 2020 Amount Type New $3,000-$15,00 England Residents ($ 250.00) Receive up to $2,500 to pursue a career or technical certificate/degree Eligibility Criteria: Have completed high school (or earned a GED); Will be enrolled in eligible program in Fall 2017; Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institution in the United States; Demonstrated critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell grant as determined by completion of the FAFSA); Demonstrated perseverance in overcoming adversity; Be under the age of 30; Be a United States citizen Funds may be used for tuition, fees, books and supplies All scholarship funds are paid directly to the institution on behalf of the recipient Apply online at: $2,500) application.horatioalger.org Any student who is planning to attend a trade school or technical college, and whose grandfather, grandmother, father, mother, brother, sister, etc are a member of the American Legion Family $500- 1,000 Win a new car at Burlington Subaru by registering your current grades for the school year at Burlington Subaru or online at BurlingtonCars.com You must then submit proof of your grades by sending an official school-issued report card or official high school transcript See your counselor for more details New Car Senior who is planning on attending a 4-year college or university, who will study human services, sociology, or psychology, and who demonstrated record of serving others in a humanitarian way ($ 1,500.00) Local National State State Local Scholarship Deadline Tri-County Woman's National Farm & Garden Association 5/1/2020 Vermont Golf Association Scholarship Fund, Inc 5/1/2020 CHOOSE Vermont Scholarship 6/1/2020 Last updated 3/16/2020 Requirements Graduating seniors planning on majoring in an agricultural, environmental, forestry, horticultural or oceanographic related fields Please see the counseling office for the application ($ An interview with the committee is mandatory Must be a VT resident, a senior in a VT high school Must be in the top 40% of class, or GPA of 80, and combined SAT score of 1500 Must be accepted to a college Criteria: financial need, scholarship, and the connection to VGA Paper application available in guidance, or you may apply online at https://vgasf.org ($ To be eligible to enter, you must be admitted to a Vermont college or university and by June 1, 2020 and commit to attend full-time (as defined and confirmed by each school) in a graduate or undergraduate program Entrants must have committed to a Vermont college or university between January 1, 2020 and June 1, 2020 Entrants must commit to one of the following colleges or universities: Bennington College, Castleton University, Champlain College, Community College of Vermont, Landmark College, Middlebury College, Northern Vermont University, Norwich University, Saint Michael’s College, Sterling College, University of Vermont, Vermont College of Fine Arts, or Vermont Technical College For the applicaiton and more information, visit this link: https://www thinkvermont.com/scholarship/? utm_content=February&utm_campaign=GuidanceNews&utm_source =Slate&utm_medium=email ($ Amount Type 500.00) Regional 1,000.00) State 5,000.00) State