Recently Received Scholarships

Red Titles indicate scholarships that are awarded only to Curwensville AHS students.

Green Titles indicate scholarships that are awarded to local high school students.

Blue Titles indicate scholarships that are regional, state-wide, or national in nature.

Yellow Titles indicates scholarships that are past due

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2019-2020 Scholarships:

Scholarship: Delta Kappa Society International
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is a society of key women educators throughout the world.
Requirements to receive this grant are a high school senior planning on majoring in education in college.
They must submit an application including their reasons for entering the teaching profession along with a transcript and two recommendations. One recommendation must be from a current classroom teacher.
Applications are available in the Guidance office.
Deadline: March 18, 2020 must be turned into the Guidance office

Scholarship: Horatio Alger National Scholarship

These scholarships are for high school seniors of the class of 2020, who have plans to enter a 2 year or less career or technical degree/cert program in the fall, attend a not for profit post secondary institution. Must be a US Citizen. Online: https://schloar.horatioalger.org/scholarships/about-our-schorship-prgrams/technaical.
Scholarship: VFW Post 842 Scholarship
To apply online, please visit: application.horatioalger.org.
Deadline: Friday, April 15, 2020

Scholarship: Clearfield County Counselors Scholarship - $250

This scholarship will be presented to a student who is entering a helping profession i.e. teaching, counseling, healthcare, etc. It will be given to a student from one of the member schools in the association. There will be 2 - $250 scholarships awarded.

Deadline: Return to Guidance Office by April 24, 2020

Scholarship: The Jack Riddle Memorial Scholarship - $500

This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is furthering their education at a post secondary institution in an agriculture related field. If no applicants are eligible under the above criteria, then the scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing a business degree as long as the applicant and/or family have an agriculture related background. See Guidance Office for details on required essay.

Deadline: Essays are due to the Guidance Office no later than March 30, 2020

Scholarship: Curwensville Alliance Church Carla and Levi Rowles Memorial Scholarship - $750

Criteria: Application requirements are available in the Guidance Office. In addition to the application, please attach letters of recommendation from each of the following: 1. Your pastor, 2. A lay-leader in your church, 3. Someone in your community (none of these should be related to you).

Deadline: Return completed application to the Guidance Office no later than April 3, 2020.

Scholarship: Gladys A. Tozier Scholarship
-Criteria: Include the following with your application: 1. A copy of your parents' and applicant's Federal Income Tax Return that shows the taxable income - schedules are not necessary. 2. A letter of acceptance from the college you are attending. The scholarship is awarded on the basis of need, scholarship and character.
The applicant must be a resident of Clearfield County and include the following with their application:
-Application is available in the Guidance Office.
-Deadline: Return to Guidance Office before March 20, 2020

CNB Scholarship:

High school graduating seniors with intentions to further their education at a college or university and seeking a business related degree. Applications along with further details are available at https://www.CNBBank.bank/WHO-WE-ARE/Community-Involvement/Scholarship-Program. Deadline: Entire application packet must be turned into the guidance office by 11:59 p.m. March 22, 2020 or complete the online application form at www.CNBBank.bank/Scholarship by 11:59 pm March 22, 2020. Winners will be announced on April 6, 2020.

Katrina Seaburn Memorial Scholarship - $500 (2)

Two graduating seniors from Curwensville will each receive a $500 scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship, the senior must be a member of the National Honor Society, have participated and lettered in a Varsity sport and lettered in band/choir/band front during their high school career. Applications with further details are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 3, 2020.

First Commonwealth Bank Scholarship Program - $1,000

Eligibility: Graduating high school seniors with a 3.0 GPA (or an 85% average) or better.

Requirements: Applicant must complete an essay (500 words or less) detailing how the student put their community first by being engaged in community support activities and how they put their academics first by excelling in the classroom.

Must submit completed application and essay. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m.. on March 2, 2020. Winners will be notified by April 20, 2020. Application may be submitted online @ (http://www.fcbanking.com/scholarship) or by postal mail (First Commonwealth Bank & Communications Department, P.O. Box 1001, Lewis Center, OH 43035).

The Joy Micahels Memorial Scholarship- (2) $500.00 Recipients
The student applying for this scholarship must write an essay answering the following questions:
What does Joy mean to you?
We would like for this essay to be open-ended, so feel free to explain how the meaning of joy has affected your life in the past, present, or will affect it in the future. Be creative!
The essay requirements are as follows:
1. The essay must be at least one page typed.
2. The font must be Calibri, 12 point.
3. The line spacing must be 1.5
-A sheet with details is available in the guidance office.
2 Recipients will be chosen
Deadline: Submit Application, essay, and one letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before noon April 17, 2020.

Scholarship: Curwensville Youth Football Program - Senior Girl Cheerleader, Band, Flag Twirler, or Baton Twirler Girl - $500
Criteria: Awarded to a graduating senior boy who participated in the football program and finished the program at the high school level who personifies integrity and character while obtaining academic success.
An essay on the subject of how participating as a high school cheerleader, band participant, flag twirler, or baton twirler enriched your life on and off the football field and one letter of recommendation must accompany this scholarship application.
-A sheet with details is available in the guidance office.
All interested students should submit their essay with
Deadline: Submit Application, essay, and one letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before noon April 20, 2020.
Scholarship: The

Scholarship: Curwensville Youth Football Program - Boy - $500

Criteria: Awarded to a graduating senior boy who participated in the football program and finished the program at the high school level who personifies integrity and character while obtaining academic success.

An essay on the subject of how playing high school football enriched your life on and off the football field and one letter of recommendation must accompany this scholarship application.

-A sheet with details is available in the guidance office.

Deadline: Submit Application, essay, and one letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before noon April 20, 2020.

Scholarship: The Brenda Clapsaddle Thornhill Memorial Scholarship - $750

Criteria: Awarded to a graduating senior girl of the Curwensville or Clearfield Area High School who personifies integrity and character, who has been a two year varsity letter winner in the sports of basketball, volleyball and/or softball, while obtaining academic success.

To apply: All interested students should submit the application, along with an essay on the subject of how playing high school sports enriched your life on and off the playing field, and one letter of recommendation must accompany this scholarship application.

Deadline: Submit application, essay, and letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before 12:00 noon on April 20, 2020.

Scholarship: The Brenda Clapsaddle Thornhill Leadership Scholarship - $500.00

Criteria: Awarded to a female student who displays leadership in her school and her community.

The following two questions must be answered in essay form and submitted along with an application that can me found in the guidance office.

1. What qualities and actions make a good leader?

2. How do you want to use your leadership skills in the future to make an implact on the world and inspire other women?

Deadline: Submit application, essay, and letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before 12:00 noon on April 17, 2020.

Scholarship: Eileen C. Withey Memorial Scholarship - $1,000
Criteria: Graduating senior accepted into an accredited school of higher learning, Majoring in speech communications or related field, Grade average of 90 or above, One page hand written essay as to why this scholarship should be awarded to you. Individual should be innovative, hardworking, humble, creative, selfless. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline:  April 5, 2019
Scholarship:  Shirley A. Rowles Miller Memorial Scholarship - $2,000
1. Graduating Senior who is entering a business or nursing major.
2. Applicant must submit a one page HANDWRITTEN report on why you selected that major. (Do not include your name or any identifying names in the essay)
Include a cover page with your name.
Deadline:  Essay must be turned into the Guidance Office no later than 3 pm on Friday, April 3, 2020.

Scholarship: GFWC Curwensville Women's Club Fine Arts Scholarship - $750
Criteria: Students planning to pursue a post secondary education in a Fine Arts field. Fine Arts includes Art, Art Education, Architectural Drafting, Fashion Design, Theatre, Performing Arts or similar art fields. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: May 8, 2020.

United Electric "Shine the Light" Scholarship
The students' parents/guardians MUST be a member of the United Electric Cooperative, Inc., application available in the Guidance Office must be completed, copy of student's acceptance letter, tuition bill or current transcript must be included with the application.

Applications also available beginning November 5 at www.unitedpa.com

Completed application packet must be returned to the office of United Electric Cooperative no later than Sundy April 15, 2020 or Return to Guidance Office no later than April 15, 2020.

Shirley A. Rowles Miller Memorial Scholarship - $2,000

1. Graduating Senior who is entering a business or health care profession.

2. Applicant must submit a one page HANDWRITTEN report on why you selected that major. (Do not include your name or any identifying names in the essay)

Include a cover page with your name.

Deadline: Essay must be turned into the Guidance Office no later than 3 pm on Friday, April 3, 2020.

The Janet McCracken Hansard Memorial Scholarship
Awarded to one graduating senior who is pursuing a degree in Social Work. If no social work candidates apply, then candidates pursuing related majors will be considered. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: April 3, 2020.

Les Edmondson Scholarship
To qualify you must be an athlete, enrolled at an accredited college or university or accepted to a 4 year college or enrolled at an accredited technical school. Submit an application
and write an essay that describes how involvement in sports has positively affected your life or how a coach has positively affected your life. Applications are available in the
guidance office.
Deadline: Essays and applications must be submitted by May 1, 2020.

Clearfield Educational Foundation Scholarship (available to students attending Lock Haven Clearfield campus)

- Belin Family Scholarship - Criteria - LHU Clearfield Campus Student
- CBT Bank Scholarships - Preference given to business majors
- CNB Bank Scholarship - Enrolled in business or related field; community service also considered
- Julie Riley Hale Memorial Scholarships - Preference given to nursing, physician assistant or medical degree majors
- Judith Peale-Strattan Memorial Scholarships - Preference given to an applicant who demonstrates leadership and/or service to their community
- Kurtz Bros. Scholarships - Awarded to an academically qualified high school student with preference to those who have summer work experience with Kurtz Bros.
- Penn Highlands Clearfield Scholarships - Preference give to health related majors
- Woodward Pharmacy and City Drugs Educational Scholarships - Given to those who have attended Curwensville or Moshannon Valley High Schools with a
preference to non-traditional students
Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline: February 28, 2020

MEGHAN E. DEININGER ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
The Megan E. Deininger Endowment Scholarship Fund was established in 2018. The mission of the Fund is to provide financial assistance to high school seniors who will enroll for undergraduate study in the field of Culinary Management, Hospitality management, or Hotel and Restaurant Management.
This award will be based on: academic performance and transcripts, work history, community or volunteer work, references, and written essay. Scholarship funds awarded to a recipient will be sent directly to the recipient's college, university, or community college.

CRITERIA:

Applicant must be a high school senior graduating in May or June of 2020
Applicant must be accepted as a full-time student at an accredited college, university, or community college.
Applicant must intent to major in a curriculum or program of study in Culinary, Culinary Management, Hospitality Management, or Hotel & Restaurant Management.
Applicant must complete the application, submit and have the packet postmarked by May 1, 2020.
Applicants will be notified, if awarded a scholarship, by May 31, 2020.

Applicant must provide:

Completed Application Form.
Official high school transcript, with a copy of ACT or SAT test score sheet, in an envelope sealed by the high school or district.
A letter of acceptance or proof of enrollment from the college, university, or community college.
Two letters of recommendation from two separate sources (examples are: teachers, coaches, employers, clergy, guidance counselors.

Questions regarding the Application or process of submission may contact david@gathagan.com

Mail completed application to:

Meghan E. Deininger Endowment Scholarship Fund

c/o Gathagan Investment Company, LP

1605 Washington Avenue

PO Box 529

Hyde, PA 16843

THE PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

This scholarship is available to students who reside in Pennsylvania. The program is privately funded by individual and corporate donaors; no tax or public funds are used.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Graduating High School Senior

2. Legal residency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

3. Attendance at a pennsylvania college, university, or career school as a full-time student

4. Academic Achievement (minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA in high schools

5. Commitment to community and demonstrated leadership qualities

6. Extracurricular activities

7. Financial need

The application process in online;

https://www.tfec.org/wp-content/uploads/HouseOfReps_OnePageSummary.pdf

CLEARFIELD COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
The Board of Directors of the Clearfield County Conservation District will be awarding scholarships from the W.G. "Turk" Jones Memorial Trust Fund and the Claude Schickling Foundation to students in an environmental field relating to conservation, forestry of agriculture.
The scholoarship is open to any student enrolled in a post-secondary instifution or college. Students must be a resident of Clearfield County. The application should be returned to the Conservation District by Februarfy 21, 2019.
The application will be in the Guidance Office .

CLEARFIELD-JEFFERSON SUICIDE PREVENTION SCHOLARSHIP
A scholarship opportunity from Clearfield-Jefferson Suicide Prevention Team! Attached is a copy of our application with a March 31, 2020 deadline to return.

Through the Clearfield Jefferson Suicide Prevention Team, this scholarship will be presented annually to two deserving seniors residing in Clearfield or Jefferson county in the amount of $1,000. This scholarship is an effort to encourage those that are dedicated to helping with the prevention of suicide.

The application will be in the Guidance Office and on Clearfield-Jefferson website, 1istoomany.org and Facebook.

Melanie Lynn Vaughn Memorial Scholarship
Application Guidelines:
Application and Essay must be turned into the Guidance office no later than 3:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2020.
Graduating Senior who is entering the field of Special Education or a field relating to working with those students with special need -i.e., teaching, counseling, physical or occupation therapy, rehabilitation, or health care. Applications must show proof of college acceptance to receive scholarship award.
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1jACNyFI62hSsHUyEhgYuyiOEXNSmIYpc

Scholarship: Horatio Alger National Scholarship

Application Guidelines:

Applications will be available August 1 - October 25, 2019
These scholarships are for high school seniors of the class of 2020, who have plans to enter college no later than the Fall following graduation, Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor's degree at an accredited non-profit or private instituion in the US., Demonstrate a critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income), Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities, Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, Maintain a minimum GAP of 2.0, and Be a US citizen.
Online: scholars.horatioalger.org Deadline: October 25, 2019

Imagine America Foundation
Are you a 2020 High School Graduate? The scholarship is for high school seniors or recent graduates planning to attend a career school participating the the Imagine America High School Scholarship Program. To qualify, applicants must graduate in calendar year 2020 with a GPA of 2.5 or above and enroll in a participating career college. Apply online at:
https://www.imagine-america.org/our-schools/.)

Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA Scholarship Program for students who have epilepsy/seizure disorder.

Are you a high school senior who has epilepsy/seizure disorder and are going on to post-secondary school? The three students with the highest total scores will receive a $1,500.00 scholarship and the remaining scholarship recipients will receive $1,000.00.

Minimum Applicant Qualifications:

Applicant must have:

1) Have a diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder, this must be confirmed by a statement from the applicant's physician

2) Provide proff of acceptance to a post-secondary academic or vocataional program

3) Attend school full-time in the 2020-2021 school year

4) Be a legal resident of Western or Central Pennsylvania

5) Must attend at least one of the EAWCP's Run/Walks in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Altoona or Erie

Do no staple or fold paper work. Use a paper/binder clip and return in a large envelope.

Note: Awards will be based on the quality of the applications through a competitive scoring system that balances need with achievement. The Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA resesrves the right to determine each year the number of scholarships given. This is a onetime award.

Time Line

October 21, 2019 Scholarship Availability Announcement

April 1, 2020 Application Deadline; all scholarships must be received in the EAWCP office by April 1, 2020

May 13, 2020 Winners Award Announcement

July 2020 Award Presentation at the EAWCP Family Fun Run/Walk in Pittsburgh

To Apply, Write or Call: The Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA

Attn: Francine Eden

1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 3002

Pittsburgh, PA 15233

(412) 322-5880 or 1-800 361-5885

WTS Central PA Chapter -

The Central PA Chapter of the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) is announcing the continuation of its local and national scholarship program. The scholarships are open to female students currently residing in PA or attending high school, trade school, junior college, undergraduate school, or graduate school in PA. Any female student who is a U.S. citizen who is considering a career related to transportation may apply. Transportation careers can include:

Planners/Engineers/Economists/Scientists/GIS Mappers/CADD Specialists/Managers/Publis Relations/Construction/Geologists/Air Traffic Controllers/Public Policy/Finance/Wildlife Specialists/Historians/Architects/Surveyors/Archaeologists/Ecologists/ and more...

Three to five scholarships ranging in the amount of $2,000-$5,000 will be awarded by the local WTS Central PA Chapter, selected from applicants for any of the scholarships listed. In addition, one or more applicant(s) will be recommended for the national scholarship competition.

1) WTS Central PA Chapter - Colleen Brown High School Scholarship (high school senior)

2) Trade School/Junior College Scholarship (certificate or Associate's degree)

3) Molitoris Leadership Scholarship (undergraduate)

4) Sharon D. Banks Memorial Scholarship (undergraduate)

5) WTS Maggie Walsh LEadsership Legacy Scholarship (graduate)

6) Helene M. Overly Memorial Scholarship (graduate)

Applications are available for download on the WTS Central PA website scholarship page at:

http://www.wtsinternational.org/centralpennsylvania/scholarships/

Please note that completed application must be received at the email or mailing address below by Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Only complete application packages typed in Word or PDF format will be accepted. Email submission is preferable.

Angela Schrefler, WTS Central PA Scholarship Chair

c/o McCormick Taylor, Inc.

5 Captial Drive, Suite 400

Harrisburg, PA 17110

CentralPA@wtsinternational.org

PennDOT's Innovation Challenge, open to all students in 9th - 12th grade. This year's challenge is "Aside from laws, programs, and educational campaigns, what cost effective, innovative solution can be developed in the next five to 10 years to help PennDot more efficiently, effectively and safely control litter along roadways? Please see more detailed information on their website.

https://www.penndot.gov/about-us/PennDOT2020/Pages/Innovations-Challenge.aspx

2018 - 2019 Scholarships: Scholarships listed below have expired!

Scholarship: Western Pennsylvania Golf Association - WPGA Scholarship Persons who have been employed at Member Clubs of the Western Pennsylvania Golf Association for at least two seasons are eligible to apply. The program is open to high school seniors or students in their freshman or sophomore year of college. We highly recommend that caddies apply directly for the Evans Scholarship by contacting the Western Golf Association at (847) 724-4600. Deadline: September 15, 2019. Applications are available in the high school guidance office.

Scholarship: Words To Be Heard Scholarship
Any high school senior who will be attending a four-year college or university in the Fall of 2016 can apply. Applicants must fill out an application, including a recent photo and create a presentation (video/PowerPoint/brochure/website/essay) that discourages underage drinking and driving or texting while driving. Visit www.edgarsnyder.com/scholarship to download an application and view the official rules.
Deadline: All application materials must be postmarked by April 26, 2019. Submit materials to:
Edgar Snyder & Associates
Words to be Heard Scholarship Contest
US Steel Tower, 10th Floor
600 Grant Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Scholarship: Horatio Alger National Scholarship
These scholarships are for high school seniors of the class of 2019, who have plans to enter a 2 year or less career or technical degree/cert program in the fall, attend a not for profit post secondary institution. Must be a US Citizen. Online: www.horatioalger.org
Scholarship:  VFW Post 842 Scholarship
Interested applicants must have an immediate family member who is a current member in good standing of VFW Post 842. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.
Deadline: Friday, April 18, 2019
Scholarship:  Clearfield County Counselors Scholarship - $250
This scholarship will be presented to a student who is entering a helping profession i.e. teaching, counseling, healthcare, etc. It will be given to a student from one of the member schools in the association. There will be 2 - $250 scholarships awarded.
Deadline: Return to Guidance Office by April 25, 2019
Scholarship:  Betty and James Bonsall
Applications available in Guidance Office. Due by April 18, 2019
Scholarship:  GFWC Curwensville Women's Club Fine Arts Scholarship - $750
Criteria: Students planning to pursue a post secondary education in a Fine Arts field. Fine Arts includes Art, Art Education, Architectural Drafting, Fashion Design, Theatre, Performing Arts or similar art fields. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.   Deadline: May 3, 2019
Scholarship:  Cheryl Ann Russell Scholarship
One page double spaced typewritten response to the following essay: Discuss a physical or mental handicap that you live with and how you were able to overcome the challenges faced with your disability to successfully complete your high school education and earn a diploma from Curwensville Area High School. Deadline: April 26, 2019
Scholarship:  Pointe Pest Control
Pointe Pest Control is excited to offer another scholarship opportunity this year to your seniors. The scholarship is unique and fun for your students to apply for, and we enjoy looking through their funny applications.
You can learn more about the requirements of the scholarship on our scholarship webpage, https://pointe-pest.com/scholarships/.
The scholarship is worth $1,000 and has to be submitted electronically on the webpage above by April 30, 2019.
Scholarship:  Curwensville Alliance Church Carla and Levi Rowles Mem. Scholarship - $750
Criteria: Application requirements are available in the Guidance Office. In addition to the application, please attach letters of recommendation from each of the following: 1. Your pastor, 2. A lay-leader in your church, 3. Someone in your community (none of these should be related to you)  Deadline: Return completed application to the Guidance Office no later than April 1, 2019
Scholarship:  James Ralston Strickland Memorial Scholarship $1,000
High school graduating seniors with intentions to further their education at a four year college or university.  Applications will be available starting February 1, 2019 and should be submitted by April 15, 2019. The successful applicant will be notified on May 15, 2019. Applications may be completed and submitted at the below link.
https://thestricklandoconnorfamilyfoundation.com/the-james-ralston-strickland-memorial-scholarship/
Scholarship: Les Edmondson Scholarship
To qualify you must be an athlete, enrolled at an accredited college or university or accepted to a 4 year college or enrolled at an accredited technical school. Submit an application and write an essay that describes how involvement in sports has positively affected your life or how a coach has positively affected your life. Applications are available in the guidance office.  Deadline:  Essays and applications must be submitted by May 1, 2019

Scholarship:  Northwestern PA Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO
Three scholarships are available, one is for a graduating senior; the other two are for post-secondary students. The awards are $500 each. Applications are available at http://unionhall.aflcio.org/nwpaalf.  Deadline: April 15, 2019.
Scholarship:  Mary Fisher-Owens Memorial Scholarship
Must be a resident of Clearfield County, must be enrolled in the College of Agricultural Sciences at Penn State as a full time first semester freshman. Applications available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline:  Submit application along with transcript and two letters of recommendation by May 1, 2019.
Scholarship:  United Electric "Shine the Light" Scholarship
The students' parents/guardians MUST be a member of the United Electric Cooperative, Inc., application available in the Guidance Office must be completed, copy of student's acceptance letter, tuition bill or current transcript must be included with the application.

Applications also available beginning November 5 at www.unitedpa.com

Completed application packet must be returned to the office of United Electric Cooperative no later than Monday, April 15, 2019 or Return to Guidance Office no later than April 8, 2019.

Scholarship: Eileen C. Withey Memorial Scholarship - $1,000

Criteria: Graduating senior accepted into an accredited school of higher learning, Majoring in speech communications or related field, Grade average of 90 or above, One page hand written essay as to why this scholarship should be awarded to you. Individual should be innovative, hardworking, humble, creative, selfless. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 5, 2019

Scholarship: Shirley A. Rowles Miller Memorial Scholarship - $2,000

1. Graduating Senior who is entering a business or nursing major.

2. Applicant must submit a one page HANDWRITTEN report on why you selected that major. (Do not include your name or any identifying names in the essay)

Include a cover page with your name.

Deadline: Essay must be turned into the Guidance Office no later than 3 pm on Friday, April 5, 2019.

Scholarship: Katrina Seaburn Memorial Scholarship - $500 (2)

Two graduating seniors from Curwensville will each receive a $500 scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship, the senior must be a member of the National Honor Society, have participated and lettered in a Varsity sport and lettered in band/choir/band front during their high school career. Applications with further details are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 5, 2019

Scholarship: The Jack Riddle Memorial Scholarship - $500

This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is furthering their education at a post secondary institution in an agriculture related field. If no applicants are eligible under the above criteria, then the scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing a business degree as long as the applicant and/or family have an agriculture related background. See Guidance Office for details on required essay. Deadline: Essays are due to the Guidance Office no later than March 28, 2019

Scholarship: The Janet McCracken Hansard Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to one graduating senior who is pursuing a degree in Social Work. If no social work candidates apply, then candidates pursuing related majors (nursing, teaching) will be considered. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 5, 2019

Scholarship: Curwensville Youth Football Program - Girl - $500

Awarded to a graduating senior girl who participated as a cheerleader, in the band, as a flag twirler or baton twirler and finished the program at the high school level who personifies integrity and character while obtaining academic success.

- A sheet with details is available in the guidance office.

Deadline: Submit Application, essay, and one letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before noon April 9, 2019

Scholarship: Curwensville Youth Football Program - Boy - $500

Criteria: Awarded to a graduating senior boy who participated in the football program and finished the program at the high school level who personifies integrity and character while obtaining academic success.

-A sheet with details is available in the guidance office.

Deadline: Submit Application, essay, and one letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before noon April 9, 2019

Scholarship: The Brenda Clapsaddle Thornhill Scholarship - $750

Criteria: Awarded to a graduating senior girl of the Curwensville or Clearfield Area High School who personifies integrity and character, who has been a two year varsity letter winner in the sports of basketball, volleyball and/or softball, while obtaining academic success.

To apply: All interested students should submit the application, along with an essay on the subject of how playing high school sports enriched your life on and off the playing field, and one letter of recommendation.

Deadline: Submit application, essay, and letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before 12:00 noon on April 9, 2018.

Scholarship: Clearfield Jefferson Suicide Prevention Team Scholarship $2,500

Pursuit of bachelors degree in human services or psychology field, teacher recommendation, satisfying GPA, evidence of volunteer work completed during high school years, 1 page essay. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: March 31, 2019

Scholarship: CNB - $500

High school graduating seniors with intentions to further their education at a college or university and seeking a business related degree. Applications along with further details are available at https://www.CNBBank.bank/WHO-WE-ARE/Community-Involvement/Scholarship-Program. Deadline: Entire application packet must be turned into the guidance office by March 15, 2019 or complete the online application form and upload by 11:59 pm March 17, 2019. Winners will be announced on March 29, 2019.

Scholarship: W.G. Turk Jones Memorial Scholarship

Open to any student currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution or college in an environmental field relating to conservation, forestry or agriculture. Students must be a resident of Clearfield County. Applications available in Guidance Office. Deadline: February 28, 2019

Scholarship: First Commonwealth Bank Scholarship Program - $1,000

Must have a 3.0 GPA and complete an application and essay. Applications are available in the Guidance Office or at http://www.fcbanking.com/scholarship. Deadline: Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on March 1, 2019. Winners will be announced April 20, 2019.

Scholarship: Gladys A. Tozier Scholarship

-Criteria: Include the following with your application: 1. A copy of your parents' and applicant's Federal Income Tax Return that shows the taxable income - schedules are not necessary. 2. A letter of acceptance from the college you are attending.

-Application is available in the Guidance Office.

-Deadline: Return to Guidance Office before March 22, 2019

Scholarship: Don't Text and Drive - $1,000

Apply at https://www.mjqlaw.com/scholarship/ Deadline: March 15, 2019

Scholarship: Epilepsy Foundation Scholarship

Applicant must have a diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder, provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary academic or vocational program, be a high school graduate of the class of 2019, attend school full time in the 2019-2020 school year, be a legal resident of Western/Central PA, must attend at least one of the EFWCP's Run Walks in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Altoona or Erie. Application available in Guidance Office.

Applications available in the Guidance Office.

Deadline: Must be received by March 16, 2019

Scholarship: Western PA Trial Lawyers Association

Only one entry will be considered from each school district. The selected essay from the school district must be postmarked and sent on or before March 18, 2019. Information packets containing details and rules for the contest will be available in the guidance office.

Scholarship: Clearfield Educational Foundation Scholarship (available to students attending Lock Haven Clearfield campus)

- Belin Family Scholarship - Criteria - LHU Clearfield Campus Student

- CBT Bank Scholarships - Preference given to business majors

- CNB Bank Scholarship - Enrolled in business or related field; community service also considered

- Julie Riley Hale Memorial Scholarships - Preference given to nursing, physician assistant or medical degree majors

- Judith Peale-Strattan Memorial Scholarships - Preference given to an applicant who demonstrates leadership and/or service to their community

- Kurtz Bros. Scholarships - Awarded to an academically qualified high school student with preference to those who have summer work experience with Kurtz Bros.

- Penn Highlands Clearfield Scholarships - Preference give to health related majors

- Woodward Pharmacy and City Drugs Educational Scholarships - Given to those who have attended Curwensville or Moshannon Valley High Schools with a preference to non-traditional students

Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline: February 28, 2019

Scholarship: PA House of Representatives Scholarship

Open to graduating high school seniors who are PA residents with plans to attend a PA college, university or career school as a full time student. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA to be eligible. Applications are available at tfec.org. Deadline: March 1, 2019

Scholarship: Women's Transportation Scholarship

For female high school seniors considering a transportation related career including: Planners, Engineers, Scientists, CADD Specialists, Managers, Geologists, Finance, GIS Mappers, Computer/IT, Air Traffic Controllers, Wildlife Specialists, Historians, Architects, Archaeologists, Ecologists, Sociologists and more...

For applications and additional information: http://www.wtsinternational.org/centralpennsylvania/scholarships/

Deadline: November 12, 2018 to CentralPA@wtsinternational.org

Scholarship: Comcast Leaders and Achievers $2,500

Recognizes students for their community service, academic performance and leadership skills. For more information visit: https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/leadersandachievers Deadline: December 7, 2018

Scholarship: Penn Highlands Community College Board of Trustees Academic Scholarship

Covers the cost of tuition for an Associate's degree at Penn Highlands Community College.

For application details go to: http://www.pennhighlands.edu/admissions/scholarships#BTAS, or contact Marissa Davis at 814-506-8318.

Deadline: November 30, 2018 submission online at: https://pennhighlands.awardspring.com/.

2017 - 2018 Scholarships:

Beacon Scholarship for Rural America

https://carrot-top.com/beacon-scholarship

Scholarship: Bryan Ennis Memorial Scholarship

Scholarships are being made available to all graduating seniors who attend on a regular basis any church of any denomination located within the boundaries of Clearfield County. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: Mailed and received by Noon May 31, 2018

Scholarship: Hermine Solt Student Scholarship

The PA Association of Educational Office Professionals (PAEOP) is offering a $500 scholarship for a high school senior who is pursuing higher education in a business related field. Complete Details including criteria, guidelines, and scholarship application can be found at www.paeop.com under Award & Scholarships.

Nursing Scholarships: For a list of nursing scholarships go to https://nurse.org/scholarships/

Scholarship: The Beauty & Wellness Scholarship for Women

$1,000 award - Quarterly deadlines: Jan 1st, March 31st, June 30th and Sept 30th every year. Must be a graduating high school senior, current college undergraduate or

current graduate at a 4-year, 2-year, vocational or technical school. Must be a US citizen and identify as a female. To apply: https://www.skincareox.com/scholarship/

Scholarship: Penn State Millennium Scholars

Designed for high achieving science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) students whol will become leaders in their chosen fields and are committed to increasing

the diversity of professionals in STEM related disciplines. For more information: millennium.psu.edu

Scholarship: Pennsylvania American Legion Scholarships

The American Legion Scholarships can be found at http://pa-legion.com/programs/student-programs/ Please see individual applications/brochures for complete rules, instructions and more information.

Scholarship: Imagine America Foundation

We encourage all students looking to apply for scholarships to career and technical colleges to apply. Apply online at:

https://www.imagine-america.org/applyforscholarships/

Scholarship: Burger King Scholarship

High school seniors, BURGER KING® employees, their dependent children, spouses or domestic partners in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico can apply to receive up to $50,000

for the 2018 -19 school year. High school seniors must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale to be eligible, and must be active in their community through volunteering, sports, clubs and/or religious organizations. Apply online at: WWW.BK-SCHOLARS.COM

Scholarship: Pointe Pest Control

Pointe Pest Control in Pennsylvania is offering a $500 scholarship for 2018. The scholarship will be given to a graduating senior or college freshman from Pennsylvania. There are more details about the scholarship and its qualifications in the following link: https://pointe-pest.com/pennsylvania-scholarship

Scholarship: Aspiring Animation Professional - $1,000

Awarded to students who are interested in pursuing an animation related degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can

visit AnimationCareerReview.com and find the scholarship located at the bottom of the page and click on it.

Deadline: June 1, 2018

Scholarship: Aspiring Fashion Professional - $1,000

Awarded to students who are interested in pursuing a fashion degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can

visit fashion-schools.org and find the scholarship located at the bottom of the page and click on it.

Deadline: June 1, 2018

Scholarship: Aspiring Business Professional - $1,000

Awarded to a student interested in pursuing a business degree at an accredited post-secondary school or college. Interested students can visit OnlineMBAReport.com

to find eligibility information along with an online application.

Scholarship: GFWC Curwensville Women's Club Fine Arts Scholarship - $750

Criteria: Students planning to pursue a post secondary education in a Fine Arts field. Fine Arts includes Art, Art Education, Architectural Drafting, Fashion Design, Theatre, Performing Arts or similar art fields. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: May 4, 2018

Scholarship: VFW Post 842 Scholarship

Interested applicants must have an immediate family member who is a current member in good standing of VFW Post 842. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: Friday, April 27, 2018

Scholarship: Les Edmondson Scholarship

To qualify you must be an athlete, enrolled at an accredited college or university or accepted to a 4 year college or enrolled at an accredited technical school. Submit an application

and write an essay that describes how involvement in sports has positively affected your life or how a coach has positively affected your life. Applications are available in the

guidance office.

Deadline: Essays and applications must be submitted by May 1, 2018

Scholarship: Clearfield County Counselors Scholarship - $250

This scholarship will be presented to a student who is entering a helping profession i.e. teaching, counseling, healthcare, etc. It will be given to a student from one of the member schools in the association. There will be 2 - $250 scholarships awarded.

Deadline: Return to Guidance Office by April 25, 2017

Scholarship: Epilepsy Foundation Scholarship

Applicant must have a diagnosis of epilepsy/seizure disorder, provide proof of acceptance to a post-secondary academic or vocational program, be a high school graduate of the class of 2016, attend school full time in the 2018-2019 school year, be a legal resident of Western/Central PA, must attend at least one of the EFWCP's Run Walks in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Johnstown or Erie. Application available in Guidance Office.

Applications available in the Guidance Office.

Deadline: Must be received by March 16, 2018

Scholarship: Cheryl Ann Russell Scholarship

One page double spaced typewritten response to the following essay: Discuss a physical or mental handicap that you live with and how you were able to overcome

the challenges faced with your disability to successfully complete your high school education and earn a diploma from Curwensville Area High School.

Deadline: April 27, 2018

Scholarship: The Adrienne Stucke Memorial Scholarship - $500

Awarded to one graduating senior who has earned a minimum of two Varsity Letter Awards in Volleyball and/or any one Musical Organization within the entirety of his/her high school career (ie two Varsity Letters in Volleyball and/or two years of participation of Band, Orchestra, Choir or Show Choir) while obtaining academic success throughout all four years of high school. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.

Deadline: April 20, 2018

Scholarship: The Brenda Clapsaddle Thornhill Scholarship - $750

Criteria: Awarded to a graduating senior girl of the Curwensville or Clearfield Area High School who personifies integrity and character, who has been a two year varsity letter winner in the sports of basketball, volleyball and/or softball, while obtaining academic success.

To apply: All interested students should submit the application, along with an essay on the subject of how playing high school sports enriched your life on and off the playing field, and one letter of recommendation.

Deadline: Submit application, essay, and letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before 12:00 noon on April 9, 2018.

Scholarship: Curwensville Youth Football Program - Boy - $500

-Criteria: Awarded to a graduating senior boy who participated in the football program and finished the program at the high school level who personifies integrity and character while obtaining academic success.

-A sheet with details is available in the guidance office.

Deadline: Submit Application, essay, and one letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before noon April 9, 2018

Scholarship: Curwensville Youth Football Program - Girl - $500

Awarded to a graduating senior girl who participated as a cheerleader, in the band, as a flag twirler or baton twirler and finished the program at the high school level who personifies integrity and character while obtaining academic success.

- A sheet with details is available in the guidance office.

Deadline: Submit Application, essay, and one letter of recommendation to the Guidance Office on or before noon April 9, 2018

Scholarship: The Janet McCracken Hansard Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to one graduating senior who is pursuing a degree in Social Work. If no social work candidates apply, then candidates pursuing related majors will be considered. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.

Deadline: April 6, 2018

Scholarship: Shirley A. Rowles Miller Memorial Scholarship - $2,000

1. Graduating Senior who is entering a business or nursing major.

2. Applicant must submit a one page HANDWRITTEN report on why you selected that major. (Do not include your name or any identifying names in the essay)

Include a cover page with your name.

Deadline: Essay must be turned into the Guidance Office no later than 3 pm on Friday, April 6, 2018.

Scholarship: Eileen C. Withey Memorial Scholarship - $1,000

Criteria: Graduating senior accepted into an accredited school of higher learning, Majoring in speech communications or related field, Grade average of 90 or above, One page hand written essay as to why this scholarship should be awarded to you. Individual should be innovative, hardworking, humble, creative, selfless. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 6, 2018

Scholarship: Katrina Seaburn Memorial Scholarship - $500 (2)

Two graduating seniors from Curwensville will each receive a $500 scholarship. To qualify for this scholarship, the senior must be a member of the National Honor Society, have

participated and lettered in a Varsity sport and lettered in band/choir/band front during their high school career. Applications with further details are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: April 6, 2018

Scholarship: Words To Be Heard Scholarship

-Application Guidelines:

Any high school senior who will be attending a four-year college or university in the Fall of 2016 can apply.

Applicants must fill out an application, including a recent photo and create a presentation (video/PowerPoint/brochure/website/essay) that discourages underage drinking and driving or texting while driving. Visit www.edgarsnyder.com/scholarship to download an application and view the official rules.

Deadline: All application materials must be postmarked by March 23, 2018. Submit materials to:

Edgar Snyder & Associates

Words to be Heard - Marketing Department

US Steel Tower, 10th Floor

600 Grant Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Scholarship: First Commonwealth Bank Scholarship Program - $1,000

Must have a 3.0 GPA and reside in Clearfield County, must complete an application and essay. Applications are available in the Guidance Office or at

http://www.fcbanking.com/scholarship. Deadline: Entries are due by the close of business on March 9, 2018 at 5:00 pm.

Scholarship: Curwensville Alliance Church Carla and Levi Rowles Memorial Scholarship - $750

Criteria: Application requirements are available in the Guidance Office. In addition to the application, please attach letters of recommendation from each of the following: 1. Your pastor, 2. A lay-leader in your church, 3. Someone in your community (none of these should be related to you)

Deadline: Return completed application to the Guidance Office no later than March 26, 2018.

Scholarship: Gladys A. Tozier Scholarship

-Criteria: Include the following with your application: 1. A copy of your parents' and applicant's Federal Income Tax Return that shows the taxable income - schedules are not necessary. 2. A letter of acceptance from the college you are attending.

-Application is available in the Guidance Office.

-Deadline: Return to Guidance Office before March 31, 2018

Scholarship: Western PA Trial Lawyers Association

Only one entry will be considered from each school district. The selected essay from the school district must be postmarked and sent on or before March 19, 2018. Information packets containing details and rules for the contest will be available in the guidance office t

Scholarship: The Jack Riddle Memorial Scholarship - $500

This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who is furthering their education at a post secondary institution in an agriculture related field. If no applicants are eligible under the above criteria, then the scholarship will be awarded to a student pursuing a business degree as long as the applicant and/or family have an agriculture related background. See Guidance Office for details on required essay.

Deadline: Essays are due to the Guidance Office no later than March 28, 2018

Scholarship: PenSPRA

Information on the PenSPRA 2018 scholarship program is now available. PenSPRA, or the Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association, offers three $1,000 scholarships, one in each of its three regions, for public school students planning to major in communications or public relations. The deadline for submission is March 9, 2018. Applications and more information are available on the PenSPRA website at: http://www.penspra.org/ScholarshipInfo.aspx

Scholarship: Black Note Scholarship:

For more information on the scholarship go to https://www.blacknote.com/scholarship/.

Scholarship: Clearfield Jefferson Suicide Prevention Team Scholarship $2,500

Pursuit of bachelors degree in human services or psychology field, teacher recommendation, satisfying GPA, evidence of volunteer work completed during high school years,

1 page essay. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline: March 31, 2018

Scholarship: The Pennsylvania Association of Medical Suppliers Scholarship

Critieria: Awarded to a deserving student who has overcome physical challenges with the help of home medical equipment and supplies. Applicant must be a resident of PA or DE, applicant is a high school senior, the award must be used toward a post-high school education program.

Deadline: A completed application must be returned via US Mail or email to the PAMS office by close of business on March 23, 2018.

Scholarship: CNB

High school graduating seniors with intentions to further their education at a college or university and seeking a business related degree. Applications along with further details are available at https://www.CNBBank.bank/WHO-WE-ARE/Community-Involvement/Scholarship-Program. Deadline: Entire application packet must be turned into the guidance office

by March 16, 2017 or complete the online application form and upload by 11:59 pm March 18, 2018. Winners will be announced on March 30, 2018.

Scholarship: Alzheimer's Foundation of America Scholarship:

Awarded to graduating high school seniors whose lives have been impacted by Alzheimer's disease. For more information: www.youngleadersofafa.org or call

Sherry Cheng at 866-232-8484. Application Deadline: February 15, 2018

Scholarship: Healthcare Leaders Scholarship - $1,000

The Healthcare Leaders Scholarship is offered to students entering or currently pursuing an educational program related to nursing or medicine. Applicant must be a US citizen, at least 17 years of age, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

All applicants must submit a 600 to 1,000-word essay explaining what they hope to accomplish during their career in the medical field and how the scholarship would fulfill those goals. Recommended topics are included in the Personal Essay section.

All applications must be received by January 29th, 2018. Finalists will be notified in February and must provide proof of enrollment and GPA (letters of acceptance, transcripts, etc.) before the scholarship recipient is selected. For more information: https://nurse.org/healthcare-leaders/

Scholarship: Horatio Alger National Scholarship

Application Guidelines:

Applications will be available August 1 - October 25, 2017

These scholarships are for high school seniors of the class of 2018, who have plans to enter college no later than the Fall following graduation, Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor's degree at an accredited non-profit or private instituion in the US., Demonstrate a critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income), Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities, Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, Maintain a minimum GAP of 2.0, and Be a US citizen

Online: www.horatioalger.com

Deadline: October 25, 2017

Scholarship: Pennsylvania JCI Senate Scholarship Program

Applicant must be a senior student who is a resident of Pennsylvania.

The scholarship application is available at www.usjcisenate.org (click on Scholarship Program in the top header)

Deadline: Completed application and appropriate attachments must be postmarked by January 5, 2018.

Scholarship: Western Pennsylvania Golf Association - WPGA Scholarship

Persons who have been employed at Member Clubs of the Western Pennsylvania Golf Association for at least two seasons are eligible to apply. The program is open to high school seniors or students in their freshman or sophomore year of college.

Deadline: November 30, 2017 Applications are available in the high school guidance office.

Scholarship: Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship

Any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States is eligible to apply.

Applicants need not be related to a member of the Elks.

Male and female students compete separately.

Applications can be obtained online at www.elks.org/enf/scholars

Deadline: Applications are due November 27, 2017 at the Clearfield Elks Lodge

Scholarship: Women's Transportation Scholarship

For female high school seniors considering a transportation related career including: Planners, Engineers, Scientists, CADD Specialists, Managers, Geologists, Finance, GIS Mappers, Computer/IT, Air Traffic Controllers, Wildlife Specialists, Historians, Architects, Archaeologists, Ecologists, Sociologists and more...

For applications and additional information: http://www.wtsinternational.org/centralpennsylvania/scholarships/

Deadline: December 6, 2017 to CentralPA@wtsinternational.org

Scholarship: iflexion Scholarship

One scholarship worth $1,000. Selection of recipient is based on the creative essay entry. Must be enrolled full time as a college senior, undergraduate or postgraduate. Must be

18 years old. Deadline: December 31, 2017. Application available at: https://www.iflexion.com/scholarship

Scholarship: Bryan Gregory Ennis Memorial Scholarship

Applicants must be a 2019 High School Graduate, and planning to continue their education at a college, university, trade, or technical school beginning in the Summer or Fall 2019 semesters. Applicants must show proof of college acceptance to receive scholarship award.
3 $1,000 scholarships will be awarded based on academic performance, grade point average, high school and community/church activities, goals/aspirations, recommendation letters, and high school transcript. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
All completed applications and supporting documentation must be received by NOON on Friday June 3, 2019. Applications can be mailed to:

Gethsemane United Methodist Church

Bryan Ennis Memorial Scholarship

Att: Cathy Larson

PO Box 185

Allport, PA 16821

Selection of the recipients will be determined by a committee that will include various community members and a representative of the Ennis family.
Winners will be notified by Monday, June 10, 2019. Arrangements will be made with the recipients to receive the scholarship.
All applicants will be notified, whether successful or unsuccessful, via mail.

Scholarship: Caramela Charitable Trust Scholarship - $1,300

This scholarship was created to award students who plan to pursue a career in either teaching or arts, such as sculpture, painting, graphics, etc. There will be four winners annually, one student each at the following schools: Curwensville Area High School, DuBois Area High School, DuBois Central Catholic School, and Lock Haven University. To view all of the Foundation’s available scholarships, visit cfalleghenies.org/scholarships, for more information, please contact Katrina Perkosky, Development Associate, at 814-208-8411 or kperkosky@cfalleghenies.org Due Date: June 15, 2019

Scholarship: Msgr. John Mignot Memorial Scholarship

Applicant must be a PA resident, currently or previously active for at least 2 years in a fair that is a member of PSACF and will be attending college in the Fall of 2019. Application available at www.pafairs.org. Deadline: June 30, 2019

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