2019-2020_Scholarships_-_Updated_3-16-20

Graduating senior who resides in Fair Haven or West Haven planning to attend an accredited college or technical/vocational school.. Criteria which you will be judged are scholarship, le

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Alice Angney Scholarship for Leadership and

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 ($ 3,000.00) State

Andrew Frederick Laramie Memorial Scholarship 3/20/2020

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 ($ 1,000.00) Local Benson Community Awareness Scholarship 3/20/2020

Benson Only Senior boy or girl who's going on to college Needs a paragraph describing what they have done for Benson ($ 1,000.00) Local

Bill & Lucille Hyde Scholarship 3/20/2020

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. ($ 1,000.00) Local Castleton Lions Club and Burke Family Memorial

All seniors Available for any educational or vocational training

Castleton Woman's Club - GFWC Woman's Club

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

Catholic Daughters of the Americas 3/20/2020

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

up to $600- will varry Local Clarence F Birchmore Memorial Scholarship

Orwell only Awards will be made on the basis of: volunteer service,

an essay, plans for the award, educational or career plans, and

Crippen Fellows Post 50 American Legion 3/20/2020

FHUHS Seniors 500-1000 word essay on "10 Amendments of the Bill of Rights" See applicaion in guidance for more information ($ 500.00) Local Eaves Memorial Scholarship sponsored by the

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 ($ 1,000.00) Local

Fair Haven Concerts in the Park 3/20/2020

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

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Fair Haven Rotary Jack Helm Memorial

For a student pursuing non-degree but Certificate program for trades such as but not limited to cosmetology, auto mechanic, building

Fair Haven Rotary Scholarship 3/20/2020

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 ($ 2,000.00) Local

Francis J Moriarity Memorial Scholarship

sponsored by Sons of the American Legion - FH

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

Fraternal Order of the Eagles #3709 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 post-secondary institution, must have been active in extracurricular

George C Levesque 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 ($ 500.00) Local

Harry Denton White Scholarhsip sponsored by

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 4 years) Local

Heritage Family Credit Union Scholarship 3/26/2020

All Seniors Must intend to pursue further educationas a full-time 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/youth-accounts/scholarships

$1,000 (4 awards) Local

Independence Lodge #10, Free and Accepted

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

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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 ($ 500.00) Local

Keith C Crossman Sr Scholarship administered

through Sons of the American Legion - FH Squad

Any student who is planning to attend a Trade School, College or University Legnion Affiliation is not required ($ 1,000.00) Local

Lee Lodge #30, Free and Accepted Masons 3/20/2020

All Seniors who plans to attend an accredited college or

Marie Crovat Scholarship Trust Fund 3/20/2020 Orwell Only FHUHS Students residing in Orwell are eligible

Must fill out a form.

Varies Local

Markie Roofing & Spray Foam Scholarship 3/20/2020

All seniors Anyone attending a college or technical school and involved in extracurricular activities. ($ 500.00) Local

Michael D Perry Memorial Scholarship 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

Sons of the American Legion Scholarship - FH

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 The Emma LaPlaca Memorial Scholarship 3/20/2020 All Fair Haven Union students who are seeking to further their

education.

$1,000.00) Local Theresa Oram Lussier Memorial Scholarship 3/20/2020

Must be a Fair Haven Union High School senior who resides in the

Wayne "Mike" Roberts Memorial 3/20/2020

Fair Haven High School graduating senior planning to become an electrician, plumber or furthering their education by attending a trade

American Legion Post #49 / American Legion

FHUHS Graduating Senior Application includes info regarding activities, awards, personal goals See application in guidance ($ 5,500.00) Local Joseph L Faryniarz Scholarship sponsored by

the American Legion Post #49 3/27/2020

FHUHS Graduating Senior Application includes info regarding activities, awards, personal goals Pick up application in guidance ($ 500.00) Local

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Omya Industries Inc Scholarship 3/27/2020

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 ($ 1,000.00) Local

VSAC Governor Phil Hoff Vermont Honor

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) ($ 1,000.00) State

St Andrew's Society of Vermont Scholarship

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 ($ 1,000.00) State

Addison County Firefighters - Ray E Davison

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 5 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

Italian-American Club - Rutland 4/1/2020

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 ($ 1,000.00) Local

Rutland Area Medical Community Scholarship 4/1/2020

This scholarship is offered to seniors enrolled or enrolling in a healthcare field 5 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/ ($ 1,000.00) Regional

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Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship 4/3/2020

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-to-apply/ More information in guidance

$3,000-$15,00

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New England Residents

AFSCME Local 1201 Union Scholarship 4/10/2020

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

($ 250.00) Local

Horatio Alger National Career & Technical

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:

Sons of the American Legion Denis Comai

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 State

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 State Adirondack School Counseling Association

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

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Tri-County Woman's National Farm & Garden

Graduating seniors planning on majoring in an agricultural, environmental, forestry, horticultural or oceanographic related fields

Please see the counseling office for the application ($ 500.00) Regional

Vermont Golf Association Scholarship Fund, Inc 5/1/2020

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 ($ 1,000.00) State

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

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Last updated 3/16/2020