Local Scholarships
109th Infantry Regiment Association Scholarship
This scholarship is available to high school seniors who can trace their lineage to the 109th Infantry.The current application is available on the association website at www.109thinfantry.org under the documents tab.
Deadline: April 15, 2020
American Legion 85th Annual Essay Contest - See link for details. Deadline January 17, 2020.
https://pa-legion.com/programs/student-programs/essay/
Pennsylvania American Legion Scholarships
The following scholarships can be found at the link listed above:
- Essay Contest
- Oratorical Contest
- Sebastianelli Drum Corps Scholarship
- Joseph P. Gavenonis Scholarship
- Robert W. Valimont Endowment
- Robert Trace Essay Contest
Details and brochures are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline dates are in January, 2020. CLOSED
Anthracite Golf Association Scholarship – 2020 AGA Scholarship Applications are now available online. Deadline is: ____________________.Log on to: www.anthracitegolf.org. Applications are also available from Mrs. Swendsen.
An Athletic Award is being offered to one male and one female based upon Essay Topic "How High School Athletics Has Impacted My Life". Download the NIAA Student Athlete Scholarship Application (Fillable PDF) and for all details go to www.niaaa.org/niaa-awards/niaaa-student-athlete-sc...
The Beech Grove Grange Scholarship - Three $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded. Applications must be received by: ______________. Closest consideration will be given to applicants in agriculture, animal sciences and environmentally sustainable courses of study. Please complete the Wayne Highlands School District General Application and attach a transcript. Essay required. ~ Who or what has influenced your career choice? Email to this address.[pamalabox@gmail.com] OR submit application to Mrs. Swendsen.
The Kate Frisch Carmody Memorial Scholarship ($1000) will be awarded to a student planning to pursue a career in Cosmetology or a related field. Community service and volunteerism will be highly considered. Essay is required.Application is available from Mrs. Swendsen in HHS office. Deadline to submit to Mrs. Swendsen: __________________
The Cherry Ridge Chapter 283 of the Experimental Aircraft Association – This Scholarship is offered to a high school senior who is planning to attend a two or four year college, or technical school in the fall of 2020 and pursue a major in general aviation, aerospace design, all engineering majors, or pilot training towards commercial flying. The scholarship award is $1000 minimum. Application forms are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: April 24, 2020
The Christopher Ciarrocchi Memorial Scholarship ($500) will be awarded to a recipient who is planning on pursuing a four year degree in Pre-Law, Political Science, Philosophy, or a related field. Student will submit a short essay on how and why this field was chosen. Interested students should complete the Wayne Highlands General Scholarship Application. The deadline to submit application to Mrs. Swendsen: ____________________
The Cinderella's Closet of NEPA Scholarship of the Scranton Area Foundation - A $500 scholarship will be awarded to one female who has demonstrated the following criteria: 25 or more volunteer hours documented for a non-profit organization in Northeast PA, grade point average of 3.0 or greater, and plans to pursue a post-secondary school education. A written character reference must be provided. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen.
C.O.A.L. Foundation Scholarship - Sports Scholarship - Criteria: class rank, sports lettered in and years lettered, sport intending to participate in at the college level. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen, however, student MUST submit application. DEADLINE: _____________
Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains Scholarship - 80 scholarships are available for tuition assistance. Applications may be completed beginning February 14, 2020 through March 22, 2020. See link for application and instructions.
https://community-foundation.org/scholarships/coll...
Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains - R.E.S.C.U.E. Benjamin B. Stone Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the environmental organization "Return Susquehanna County Under Ecology" which halted threatening pollution to that region. This organization provides two post-secondary scholarships to high school graduates who, write a winning essay addressing his or her past environmental interests and accomplishments and describing future plans to protect the environment. All applications are completed online. Deadline: Sunday, March 22, 2020
https:community-foundation.org/scholarships
Delaware Highlands Conservancy – The Conservancy/Yeaman Scholarship – $1000 Scholarship for high school seniors planning to pursue a career in land stewardship and/or environmental studies, especially those applicable to the needs of the Upper Delaware River region. Applications are now available from Mrs. Swendsen at HHS office. Completed applications must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: March 23, 2020
Delaware Highlands Conservancy – The Vanessa Van Gorder Memorial Scholarship – $1000 Scholarship for high school seniors planning to pursue a career in education or environmental studies. Applications are now available from Mrs. Swendsen at HHS office. Completed applications must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: March 23, 2020
Delaware Valley Arts Alliance - Stanley J. Segal Scholarship - One $500.00 visual arts scholarship is being offered. Student is responsible to submit application, brief artist bio, narrative of advanced study, work samples and sample list to DVAA. For additional information and to access the application, visit the site below and click on "Grants" and select "Scholarships". Submittable.com
Deadline: _________________ - Midnight
https://www.delawarevalleyartsalliance.org
The Dime Bank (Director's Award) will offer one $1,000 scholarship to a graduating senior who will pursue a degree in business or a related business major such as accounting, economics, marketing, etc. in an accredited school of higher education. One Teacher Recommendation Form is required. Interested students should request an application from Mrs. Swendsen. The deadline to submit the application to Mrs. Swendsen is: April 8, 2020
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 114 Scholarship – Eligibility: Student must have either a parent or grandparent who is a disabled veteran of the armed services. Student must be planning to further their education at a 2 or 4-year college, junior college, technical school or other career institute. Application cards are available from Mrs. Swendsen in HHS office. Recipient is determined by a drawing at the annual Memorial Day ceremony in Honesdale immediately following the parade. Return completed card to Mrs. Swendsen.
Deadline: April 24, 2020
The Fraternal Order of Police, Northeastern Lodge #63 is pleased to announce two annual scholarships at $500, open to any eligible senior who intends to pursue a career in criminal justice or become a Municipal Police Officer. Criteria: Must be a senior in good standing, maintain a “B” average, must have no disciplinary problems in or out of school and complete an essay. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen and must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. No late applications accepted. Deadline: ______________________
The Greene Dreher Sterling Fair Association Scholarship - Student must be a member of the GDS Fair or the child or grandchild of a member of the fair. Student must be enrolled in an associate or bachelor degree level program or a post-secondary trade or technical school. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Student is responsible to mail the application to GDS Fair Association no earlier than March 1, 2020 and not later than July 31, 2020.
Robert J. Hafner Scholarship (AM Skier Agency) - $1,000 scholarship to a Wayne Highlands graduating student who plans a career in law or insurance. Interested students should complete the Wayne Highlands General Scholarship Application. Essay: Who or what has lead you to your career choice decision? The deadline to submit the application to Mrs. Swendsen: ____________
The Jeremy J. Hiller Scholarship – $500.00 scholarships. Complete Scholarship Application which includes short answer essay questions (1 paragraph minimum per essay ~ Essays should contain detailed and meaningful responses). Applications must be submitted online. Access information and use fill in application via the link. Deadline: April 15, 2020
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNdw0hCr...
Honesdale Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship - Students who wish to be considered for this scholarship must complete the General Scholarship Application and submit to Mrs. Swendsen. Criteria : Student is accepted to a post-secondary institution, community service, and financial need. Deadline: ________________
Honesdale Freedom Lodge #88 is pleased to offer a fraternal benefit of a scholarship to help our young neighbors grow into future leaders. The Lodge recognizes the need for higher education and the increasing cost of obtaining this goal. This $500 scholarship is now awarded annually to qualified Honesdale High School graduating students who will be attending college or a vocational program after graduation. Eligibility requirements are: the student must be a HHS student in good standing for two years prior to the application deadline. The student may only win the scholarship once. The student must show proof of a cumulative average of 3.0 or B average each year. The student must be accepted as a full time student at a College/University or Vocational/Technical Institution for an entire school year. A copy of the verification must be included. Please request an application from Mrs. Swendsen. You must request a high school transcript from the Guidance Office. Deadline: __________ (Late applications will not be accepted.) Mail to: Scholarship, c/o Freedom Lodge #88, P.O. Box 191, Honesdale, PA 18431
Horizon Dental Care Scholarship - $500.00 Scholarship for a senior pursuing a dental care field. Interested students should complete the Wayne Highlands General Scholarship Application. .A high school transcript is required.
The Kids’ Chance of Pa. Scholarship is offered to students who plan to attend a vocational school or college after graduation, and are children of PA workers who have been killed or seriously injured in a work related accident resulting in financial hardship. Students may qualify for consideration of awards up to several thousand dollars. Information and applications can be found on Kids’ Chance of Pa at: http://www.kidschanceofpa.org.
The Jennifer Killam Memorial Scholarship presented by the Honesdale Area Jaycees will award 1 - $1,500 scholarship. Criteria includes: post-secondary plans, community service, volunteerism, extra-curricular activities, awards and an essay. A Form-Fill Application (which is preferred) is provided below. Hard copy of form is available from Mrs. Swendsen. The Jennifer Killam Memorial Scholarship presented by the Honesdale Area Jaycees. Click here to download a printable fillable form.
John P. and Elizabeth Knash Memorial Scholarship - $500.00 to a high school senior that will be pursuing a field in horticultural/floral design, or related fields such as agriculture, agribusiness, etc. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Application must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen NO LATER than Deadline: 12:00 noon on April 28, 2020.
Lackawanna College - Community Opportunity Scholarship (Lake Region Center) - This scholarship was developed in 2013 to afford local commuter students the opportunity to complete their academic aspirations without incurring the burden of student loans. The actual amount of the award is the applicant's tuition balance after all financial aid (grants) have been applied. Limited to two academic years. Information and applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: _____________________
The Lackawaxen River Conservancy Scholarship - $500.00 award is offered to a graduating senior who attends school in the Lackawaxen Watershed and who intends to follow a career in environmental conservation. Please see information and application on the website. Information and application is also available from Mrs. Swendsen, HHS Office. A second award is available to alumni of schools in the Lackawaxen Watershed. Applications must be submitted to the address found on the application. Deadline: April 15, 2020.
The Laurel Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star will award a $500 scholarship to a graduating senior with plans to continue their education, who exemplifies good citizenship and high moral character. Applications available from Mrs. Swendsen - HHS office. Submit to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: __________________
Greg Legg NEPA Diamond Scholarship - Scranton Area Foundation ~ $1,000 - High School Baseball Program - preference to a previous or current member of Lackawanna League or Wyoming Valley Conference All-Star team. Essay required, academic achievement, leadership skills, community service. Applications available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: ____________
The Walter Markowski/Joe Chwalek Memorial Scholarship ($1000 - $2000) will be awarded to high school seniors who plan to further education beyond high school. Applications are available at HHS Guidance Office. Student must have wrestled for at least 2 consecutive seasons. Letter of acceptance to college or technical school as well as completed application is required. Application available from Mrs. Swendsen. Application MUST be mailed by student to Chris Lewis at 99 Maple Street, Great Bend, PA , 18821. DEADLINE: _______________
Marywood University - Educators of Campus Scholarship ($1000 per year for 4 years) for prospective students who possess a minimum SAT score of 1060 total on the Evidence-Based Reading and Math sections combined, and a cumulative GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale. HHS Guidance Counselor must verify application information. Applications for 2020-2021 are available from counselor. Deadline: November 27, 2019
Milford Valley Quilters Guild Scholarship – A $1,000.00 scholarship OR two $500.00 scholarship is offered to a high school senior who has been accepted by a college to further his/her education in the field of art: graphic design, oil, watercolor, acrylic painting, mixed media, sculpture, fashion design, fabric design, photography, interior design or other related field (excluding the performing arts.) Details and applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Submit application to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: March 31, 2020. No late applications will be processed.
The Albert O. Miller, Dorothy Tozer Miller and Savona Commandery #89 Scholarship Fund has announced that 1 scholarship of $1000 renewable for up to 4 years ($5,000) will be awarded. Information is available from Mrs. Swendsen. Scholarship applications can be picked up at any location of The Honesdale National Bank also. The scholarship application IS available on the bank's website: www.hnbbank.com in the ABOUT US SECTION. DEADLINE: May 8, 2020
Northern Tier Hardwood Association Community Forests Scholarship – A $1,500 scholarship is offered to seniors meeting the following criteria: Accepted to a Forestry, Arboriculture or related field of study; be accepted to a technical school, college, or university; provide proof of acceptance; 3 references. Rules and Applications are available on the website: nthardwoods.org. Click on the scholarship tab. Applications are also available from Mrs. Swendsen, HHS office. Deadline to submit application is: April 30, 2020.
The Northeastern PA Audubon Society will award a $4,000 scholarship to a student majoring in environmental field such as Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Fish, Game, or Wildlife Management, Ecology and/or Environmental Science at an accredited two or four year college or university. The scholarship is awarded in increments of $1,000 per year for each year of the degree program. Information and application form for this scholarship can be found at http://www.nepaaudubon.org/about/scholarships/. Deadline: April 30, 2020
Northeasters Barbershop Chorus, Honesdale Chapter Scholarship - $350.00 award to a student who will be pursuing further education in the field of music at a college, junior college, or special arts school, OR if you have been an active participant in HHS's music or theater programs for 4 years. A music teacher recommendation and transcript is required. Please complete a HHS General Scholarship Application Form and submit to Mrs. Swendsen.
Deadline: March 15, 2020
The Northeastern Pennsylvania Counseling Association is offering a $500 scholarship to a high school senior who meets the following criteria: academic excellence (top 10% of class), extracurricular involvement, community service, and proof of acceptance to either a 2 or 4 year college or technical school.Pick up an application from Mrs. Swendsen. The deadline to submit your application:___________ . Applications should be emailed to ajordan@ctclc.edu OR faxed to 570-877-6013.
Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of Teachers of Mathematics - 2020 Blair E. Caboot Memorial Scholarship - $750 scholarship - Applicant must excel in mathematics and have future plans in a mathematics-related field. To apply, students must complete the online form at www.npctm.org, provide a transcript and submit a letter of recommendation from the student's mathematics teacher (required). The application window is open October 14, 2019 through March 2, 2020. Questions may be directed to Vincent Pricci, Student Awards Chairman, at vpricci@gmail.com
Penn State University Wayne/Pike PSU Alumni Association Scholarship - $2000.00 ~The Wayne/Pike Chapter awards a scholarship to a high school graduate who will be a full time student at any PSU campus. Student must be in good academic standing 3.0 or above. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: April 1, 2020
2020 Pennsylvania American Legion 81st Essay Contest – Students will submit essays to Mrs. Swendsen by _______________. (Grades 9-12) Essay Contest Rules and Regulations can be found at: http://pa-legion.com/programs/student-programs/
Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers Foundation - This scholarship is available to children of PACB member institutions' employees and directors. Scholarships are available to high school seniors who are planning to attend an accredited college, university, or community college on a full-time basis. Application packet available from Mrs. Swendsen, HHS office. [Website: www.pacb.org] Application must be postmarked by: ___________________
The Pennsylvania Association of Medical Suppliers (PAMS) is pleased to announce that they are once again offering a $1000 scholarship to a deserving student who has overcome physical challenges with the help of home medical equipment and supplies. The criteria for the scholarship are: You must be a resident of PA or Delaware, a high school senior, and it must be used towards a post-secondary education program. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: _________________________
The Pennsylvania Land Surveyor’s Foundation was established to promote, improve, and encourage the profession and practice of land surveying in the Commonwealth. Scholarships in varying amounts will be awarded to PA residents pursuing an education in surveying with an ultimate goal of becoming practicing Professional Land Surveyors. Complete instructions for applying, eligibility requirements and applications are available at http://www.psls.org/scholarship. Official transcript is required. Deadline:___________________________
Dr. William J. Perkins Scholarship – Cold Spring Chapel and Christian Society – One $500.00 award to a senior pursuing a career in any medical field. Financial need is highly considered. Please submit a WHSD General Scholarship application to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: __________________
The Pleasant Valley Grange is offering a scholarship for high school seniors. Scholarship(s) up to $1500 will be awarded to a student or to students furthering his/her education in agriculture or related fields such as, but not limited to: forestry, environmental science, veterinary medicine or tech., technology program, or natural gas industry. Criteria include: Student must reside in Wayne County, be currently enrolled as a senior in high school, state a reason for applying for this scholarship, a Principal’s recommendation and character reference letter, transcript of courses completed, and a biographical statement, including educational background and reasons for applying for this award. Students may see Mrs. Swendsen for details and application. Applications must be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen no later than DEADLINE: April 24, 2020
PPL Electric Utilities Environmental Scholarship - $2,000 - See information below - Submit an application. Deadline: ___________________
PPL Electric Utilities announces environmental scholarship
Doing the right thing where the environment is concerned is about much more than following established rules and guidelines that protect the air, land and water.
It’s about going above and beyond.
One way we’ve chosen to do that is to create the PPL Electric Utilities Future Environmental Leaders Scholarship. We recently announced this initiative, so you may have seen news stories about it.
Here’s how it works:
PPL employees and members of their immediate families or households are not eligible for the scholarship.
Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau - $500.00 scholarship to qualified Pocono Mountains area high school seniors seeking a degree in Hospitality Management, Travel & Tourism Management, Culinary or Recreation and Leisure Service Management field of studies. Details and deadline to be announced.
R.E.S.C.U.E. Benjamin B. Stone Memorial Scholarship ~ Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains - Amount of award to be determined . Awarded to a student whose future plans include protecting the environment. Information available online. An essay is required addressing past environmental interests and accomplishments and describing future plans to protect the environment. Applications are completed online at community-foundation.org/scholarships. Applications available online _______________.
Deadline: ________________.
NOTE: Please advise Mrs. Swendsen when applying - Her email address is required on your application for the transcript.
http://www.community-foundation.org/scholarships
The Rotary “Four Way Test” Scholarship – Rotary is offering a $1,000.00 scholarship to a senior who will be attending a two or four-year post-secondary institution. Criteria includes: extra-curricular activities, employment, community service and an essay based upon the following questions: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build good will and better friendship? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Interested students should complete the Wayne Highlands General Scholarship Application. Please submit application to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: ________________
The Mike Rowe Works Foundation is offering a 100% tuition free scholarship for one of Midwest Technical Institute's workforce training programs in a number of mechanical, trade, allied health, and transportation career fields. Students must be entering one of the following MTI campuses: Springfield, IL, East Peoria, IL, Moline, IL, Springfield, MO, Brownsburg, IN, Horn Lake, MS, Ridgeland, MS. For more information on how to apply please visit http://www.mikeroweWORKS.com. Deadline:__________________
The Jay Saunders Memorial Scholarship is awarding $1,000.00 to a senior who has made positive contributions to both school and community through participation in extracurricular activities, sports, and community service. Candidates must submit an essay via email to mikcay@msn.com highlighting those qualities they possess and their engagement in activities as listed above. What have you done in your past four years and what future plans do you have which would qualify you for this award? Application deadline will be announced.
SEEDS Sustainability Essay Scholarship - Please reference the details below.
Deadline: _____________________
SEEDS Offers a $1000 Scholarship for Best Sustainability Essay
Students may pick up the information sheet from Mrs. Swendsen. It is the responsibility of the student to submit an application via email to Sandy@seedsgroup.net.
SEEDS (Sustainable Energy Education and Development Support) of Northeastern PA will issue a $1000 scholarship to a college-bound high school senior (Pennsylvania resident) for the best essay about the following:
How can the United States promote economic growth and clean energy at the same time? How can rural communities like northeast Pennsylvania do the same?
This scholarship will be in memory of Michael “Jake” Burkhardt, Western Wayne Class of 2015.
Local high school seniors are encouraged to submit an essay via email to scholarship@seedsgroup.net on or before 8:00 pm Sunday, May 19, 2019. The essay may be in the text of the email or in a Microsoft Word file, and should be between 600 and 1600 words in length. Seniors from Western Wayne High School, Honesdale High School, Wallenpaupack Area High School, and Canaan Christian Academy are eligible, as well as home-schooled seniors who reside within the areas covered by those high schools.
Entries will be reviewed by a panel of SEEDS volunteers based on the responsiveness to the topic, the persuasiveness, logic, and cohesiveness of the ideas presented, and other criteria that the panel considers appropriate after reviewing the essays. As always, incorrect grammar and spelling will not be viewed favorably, and plagiarism will disqualify an essay. The panel members will review the essays without having access to any of the students’ information, including the students’ names.
Applications must include:
The winner cannot be related to any SEEDS staff or board members. By submitting an essay, you are agreeing that SEEDS can use the essay or excerpts from it for publication or other uses, with your name as the author.
SEEDS
(Sustainable Energy Education and Development Support) of NortheasternPA is a local non-profit environmental education organization that promotes energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainable living inour region. Our goals include improving the health of our environment and local economy through energy savings and independence.For more information, visit www.seedsgroup.net or email jocelyn@seedsgroup.net.
Judith Newman Silberlicht Memorial Scholarship – This $500 scholarship is based upon service to the school and community. Honesdale-Hawley Duplicate Bridge Club sponsors the award. Interested students attending a two or four year college or university in any field of study should complete the Wayne Highlands General Scholarship Application and provide an essay: Why is involvement in community service important? Please submit application to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: __________________
Society of Women Engineers – The Lehigh Valley Section of the Society of Women Engineers offers an annual award in the amount of $5,000 to women who plan to major in engineering. An electronic copy of the application can be found on the website: http://lv.swe.org/scholarhsips.html. Application MUST BE SUBMITTED electronically by 5 PM on February 2, 2020.
The United Way will be offering the Mike Munchak Community Service Scholarship in the amount of $6,300 to a graduating senior within Lackawanna or Wayne County who is actively involved in community service in programs funded by United Way, and who has been accepted to 4 year, 2 year, or trade school. Criteria for this scholarship includes: demonstrate commitment through community service activities, financial need (FAFSA score required), and academic achievement (minimum 2.5 GPA), and a letter of recommendation from community service organization director. Details and Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen in HHS office. All application materials, including high school transcript, must be mailed BY THE STUDENT and received by: March 31, 2020.
United Way of Lackawanna & Wayne Counties
ATTN: Community Service Scholarship Committee
PO Box 526
Scranton, PA 18501-0526
Information for United Way Programs
Upper Delaware River Basin Citizens Scholarship - $1,000 - Students who have demonstrated a commitment to farming, are presently a student living in the Upper Delaware River Basin, has participated or is presently participating in 4-H programs and enrolled in the FFA program are eligible. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Students are responsible for submitting application via CERTIFIED MAIL to UDRBC (address is on the application) no later than the DEADLINE: April 10, 2020.
Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.) #531 of Honesdale, PA - V.F.W. #531 has chosen the theme of "The Meaning Behind Standing for the National Anthem and Pledge of Allegiance." Essay word count minimum - 250. One $500 award. Mail essay to: Desiree Boyce, 205 Conklin Hill Road, Damascus, PA , 18415 or email: dvboyce@boyceproducts.com. Deadline: May 1, 2020
Wayne Conservation District – Perry/Westgate Memorial Scholarship – A $1000 scholarship will be awarded to one student in Wayne County over a two-year period. Student must be entering an agricultural, conservation, or environmentally oriented curriculum. Rules and applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline to submit application to Mrs. Swendsen: March 31, 2020
The Wayne County Business and Professional Women will award scholarships to senior boys or girls attending college or a trade school. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Winners will attend an awards dinner ceremony to receive the award. Deadline: April 27, 2020
The Wayne County Business and Professional Women will provide 4 Walk of Honor scholarships to graduating seniors whose parent(s) or grandparent(s) are active or retired members of any branch of military service. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: April 30, 2020
The Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships include the following awards. Students must obtain and submit applications online from the WCCF website www.waynefoundation.org. Deadline to submit: April 1, 2020. WCCF will begin accepting applications on February 1, 2020. All applicants must be Wayne County residents. An official high school transcript must be sent to WCCF office from HHS Guidance Office. APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY WCCF OUTSIDE OF WINDOW DATES.
NOTE: In completing the application to Wayne County Community Foundation online, a student may be eligible for any scholarship underlined below as determined by the WCCF Scholarship committee.
- Edwin J. Thomas Scholarships – 3 @$1,000 each
- Leon Scudder Scholarships - 10 @ $2,000 each
- Wayne County Community Foundation Scholarships – 5 @ $1,000
- Aaron Hocker Memorial Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000 Scholarship (Health Care Field)
- Luke Rickard Memorial Scholarship - 1 @ $1,000 – (HHS Seniors only)
- Jeri Bigart Memorial Scholarship - 2 @ $1,500 – (Vocational/Tech.)
- Wayne/Pike Medical Society - $500.00 for 4 years - $2,000 total (Health Care Field)
- Robert and Inger Stovall Scholarship – $1,500 (HHS Seniors only)
- Robert Zabady Scholarship - 1 @ $2000 – (Health Care or Culinary Arts)
- Marilyn and Jerry Swendsen Scholarship - 1@ $1,000 (HHS Student/Engineering)
- Seelyville Union Church Scholarship - 1 @ $500 – (Theology/Missionary)
- Drs. Phillip and Rosita Liu Scholarship - 1@ $2,000 – (Health Care)
- Drs. Bette and Lawrence Caruth Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000 – (Health Care, Pre-Denistry) academic achievement, and need
- William E. Schwarz Memorial Scholarship – 1 @ $2,500 (HHS, WAHS, WWHS graduates majoring in careers associated with the Automobile Industry)
- Wayne County Bar Association Scholarship - 1 @ $1,000 (Pre-Law/Criminal Justice/Forensic Science)
- Earl R. Riefler Pre-Medical Memorial Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000 (Pre-Med.)
- James Rowe and Alice Box Memorial Scholarship - 1 @ $1,000- (HHS Vocational/ Technology)
- Akers Memorial Scholarship – 1 @ $1,000 (Math Education, Forestry, or Agri-Business)
- Honesdale Lions Club Scholarship - 1 @ $1,000 (Optometry Major/ Vision Health and Therapy)
- Human Resources Foundation Scholarship - 2 @ $1000 (Major in Human Services i.e. Sociology, Psychology, Education)
- John G. and Eleanor P. Rickert Memorial Scholarship - 1 @ $2000 (HHS graduate majoring in education)
- John E. and Marjorie L. Marshall Scholarships - $1000-$2500 (Diesel Power Technology; Heavy Equipment operation and repair and related agricultural/construction training programs) (Additional scholarships may be awarded to 4-H club and/or FFA members who intend to major in Agricultural Sciences or Agri-Business Career Fields - 2 or 4 year programs)
- The Jerry ("Jake") Hopkins Memorial Scholarship - $1000 (GPA 2.5 or above - College/vocational school - Career Technology with a focus on metal fabrication or welding) (Student must have demonstrated good school citizenship and participated in extra-curricular or community activities.)
- The Robert Diehl Memorial Scholarship - $1000 (2 or 4 year school - Financial need)
Wayne County Grown Scholarship - Local members of the Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture have established a scholarship in the minimum amount of $500.00. It will be awarded to students who plan to study for careers related to sustainability in Agriculture, Conservation, Renewable Natural Resources, the Environment, Education, and Science occupations. See Mrs. Swendsen for application. DEADLINE: March 31, 2020
Wayne Highlands Education Association Scholarship - This scholarship is open to students in WHSD who are pursuing a four-year degree in education. Application is available from Mrs. Swendsen. Completed application should be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: _________
Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary – Ernest and Margaret Lemnitzer Memorial Scholarship – The WMH Auxiliary offers a scholarship to seniors pursuing a career in nursing. Criteria includes: academics, community involvement, need, essay, letters of recommendation, college acceptance letter, photo, and an interview. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: _________________
Wayne Pike Building Industry Association, Inc. Scholarship - Scholarship is offered to students entering a trade field. Application and essay "Why did you choose to continue your education in the building industry?" required. See Mrs. Swendsen for application.
Deadline: _______________________
Wayne-Pike County Farm Bureau – The "Agriculture, the Heart of a Growing Wayne-Pike County" scholarship is offered to deserving high school seniors who have a long-term interest in agriculture and its many varied positive impacts on our area. Students/families do not have to be members of the Farm Bureau to apply. Information and applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen in HHS office. Deadline:February 26, 2020. NO LATE applications accepted!
Vince Wojnar Memorial Scholarship ~ Community Foundation of the Endless Mountains Post-secondary scholarship for a high school graduate who has competed in and finished at the varsity level in both cross country and in an individual event in track and field. Amount to be determined. Applications are completed online at community-foundation.org/scholarships. Applications available online ________________. Deadline: ___________________
NOTE: Please advise Mrs. Swendsen when applying - Her email address is required on your application for the transcript.
http://www.community-foundation.org/scholarships
The Women’s Club of Honesdale Scholarship – 3 awards @ $1,000.00 each. Criteria: GPA considered, community service, extra-curricular activities, future plans for education, and work experience. Scholarships will be awarded to students pursuing a two or four-year college or technical/vocational program. Visit the Women's Club website www.womensclubof honesdale.com for information about their services in our school community. Applications are available from Mrs. Swendsen. Completed applications should be submitted to Mrs. Swendsen. (PLEASE BE SURE TO LIST YOUR COMMUNITY SERVICE.) Deadline: Monday, March 2, 2020
WVIA Making a Difference: Great Teachers Essay Contest
Please find all details on your iPad! $500 award. Deadline: _________________
Wyoming Valley Field Hockey Official Scholarship - Scholarship amounts vary. Criteria: June, 2020 high school graduate, High School Field Hockey team at least 2 years, student must be accepted to a post-secondary academic institution. Applications from Mrs. Swendsen. Deadline: January 1, 2020