These pages are a compilation of scholarships and awards, NOT AFFILIATED WITH, BUT IN ADDITION TO, THE DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS (formerly Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation) APPLICATION.  It is available to graduating members of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School, Class of 2008, as well as any other 12th grade student residing in the towns of Whitman and/or Hanson and attending a public or private school, either within or outside the limits of either town.  The Whitman-Hanson Regional High School Guidance Department coordinates the local scholarship program for seniors of all schools.  However, counselors do not determine the winner.  The selections are made by the committees or trustees designed by the by-laws of each individual scholarship.

Monetary values for each scholarship listed on these pages may vary from what is eventually awarded.  Amounts listed were awarded last year, but may be increased or decreased.  Payment is made by the appropriate scholarship committee.  In most cases, payment is not made until the beginning of the student’s second semester in the freshman year.

TO APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS:

In order to be considered for any scholarship on these pages, you must fill out the appropriate forms and return them with all the proper requirements to the Guidance Office ON or BEFORE APRIL 9, 2008.

Criteria for all scholarships are listed before the applications.  Before you start, read the criterion for each and check off any scholarship for which you may be eligible.  It will help you keep track and not miss any.  There is ONE application for “IN-HOUSE” SCHOLARSHIPS, and individual applications for the remainder of the scholarships, which are picked up by various committees.  Read the directions carefully.  “Every application must include your complete transcript and at least two letters of recommendation.  Some applications may require more than two recommendations."  You may get one copy of your transcript from guidance, but you are responsible for all additional copies.  All applications must be returned to the guidance office completed with transcript and required recommendations attached to each one. Fill each application out completely and be sure to sign them.  Lack of a signature could disqualify your application.

Awards will be presented WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.  If you apply for any scholarship, please plan to attend.  Parents, families and friends are welcome and encouraged to attend.

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36. WHITMAN JR. PRO BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP -
 2 @ $500 each or 4 @ $250 - Given to a residents of Whitman who have played at least two years of Jr. Pro Basketball and will be attending an institute of higher learning including a two-year trade school or junior college. Include SAT scores. Must complete essay!

37. Whitman-Hanson Track Booster Club Scholarship- 2 @ $350 ea. – In Memory of Coach Rodman – Given to one boy and one girl from Whitman-Hanson Regional High School.  They must have participated at least three years in any track season, must be in the top 50% of his or her class.  The monies awarded may be applied towards a two or four year college and will be awarded second semester.  Brief essay required.

38. JAMES E. BYRNE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $700 - Given to a graduate of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School who will continue their education in an accredited school. Student must be in the top 75% of the class.

39. NARISSA L. CROSSCUP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - Awarded to graduating seniors who will continue their education commencing in September.  Please include a one-page essay stating your goals.  Scholarship will be given second semester.

40. WHITMAN-HANSON SOCCER BOOSTERS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP - $400 - Awarded to one boy and one girl that have participated in the WHRHS Soccer Program.  Include recommendation from a soccer coach.

41. KATHLEEN F. SOLARI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – 2 @ $325 ea. – This scholarship will be awarded to two graduating seniors from Whitman-Hanson Regional High School who have an Individual Education Program under Special Education and who will continue their education in a two or four year college or vocational program.  Please include a brief essay stating your goals and how your education experience has contributed to these goals.  Scholarships will be awarded after the first semester with proof of matriculation.

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42. MATTHEW WESTFIELD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2 @ $500 ea. - This will be awarded to a HANSON resident who shows leadership qualities, community involvement and helps those in need. Must be in the top 50% of the class.
 

43. WHITMAN-HANSON BAND PARENTS MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND PARTICIPATION SCHOLARSHIP – 2 @ $150 ea - This will be awarded to a Whitman-Hanson Regional High School senior who has participated in both the Middle School and High School band programs.  Applicant must have been involved with both of these programs for a total of at least 4 years.  Applicant must be planning to attend a two or four year college starting in the fall.  Need will be a determining factor.  Must be a senior in good standing.

44. THE JOE RONDEAU CRIMINAL JUSTICE SCHOLARSHIP - $100 - Recipient must show good work ethic and work to his/her best ability.  Candidate must be planning to continue to work in the law enforcement field (police officer, attorney, paralegal, etc.).

45. PIERCE SCHOLARSHIP - $300 – Recipient must have attended the Louise A. Conley School. He or she must be planning to continue their education in an education related field (including speech and language, occupational therapy and physical therapy).  Community service, good character and passing grades are also factors.  Must be in the top 50% of the class.

46. TARA O'CONNOR SCHOLARSHIP - This scholarship will be awarded to a WHRHS student planning to continue his/her education in the health field.

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47. HANSON D.A.R.E./STUDENT SAFETY SCHOLARSHIP - – 2 @ $500 ea. - Awarded to HANSON seniors who have had interaction with youth in activities such as D.A.R.E.   Grades are not criteria.  This scholarship will be awarded second semester.  Please include brief essay on goals and how they meet the requirements.

48. JENNIFER GERMAINE-GOYETTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2 @ $500 ea. - This scholarship will be awarded to two Whitman or Hanson seniors planning to enter the nursing profession. Please include brief essay on your goals.

49. ROSEN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP - $350 – This scholarship will be awarded to a senior whose career choice is in the business field and has shown some community involvement. Must be in the top 75% of the class.

50. WHITMAN YOUTH FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP - 2 @ $250 ea. – Awarded to one male and one female.  One recipient of this scholarship must have played football and one must have been a cheerleader in the Whitman Youth Football/Cheerleading program & continued with football or cheerleading in high school.  Please include essay on what WYF has meant to you and also about your future goals.

51. COURTYARD CAFE CULINARY ARTS SCHOLARSHIP - $200 - Recipient must be a member of the Running a Restaurant Class at Whitman-Hanson Regional High School and be accepted into a culinary arts/restaurant management program in college.

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52. HOLY GHOST PARISH SCHOLARSHIPS -
(Several scholarships available.)  Recipients must be active members of the Holy Ghost Parish.

53. HANSON FIREFIGHTERS LOCAL 2713 - 2 @ $500 ea. - Student must be a resident of Hanson or Whitman.  Preference will first be given to a member’s and secondly to any firefighter’s child or relative of a firefighter.  Preference will then be given to a student who is interested in taking fire science courses in college.

54. WHITMAN FIRE DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP -- 2 @ $500 ea. - Awarded to a Whitman-Hanson senior who has already been accepted at a college.  Financial need will be a factor.  Preference will be given to a relative of a member of the Whitman Fire Department.

55. WHITMAN D.A.R.E. SCHOLARSHIP - This scholarship will be awarded to a WHITMAN RESIDENT who has shown interaction with youth in programs such as D.A.R.E.   Grades are not criteria.  Scholarship to be awarded second semester.  Include brief essay regarding goals.

56. ERIN CROGHAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - Awarded to a Whitman-Hanson senior.  Brief essay must be submitted which should include an important event that has impacted the person you are and the person you hope to become.

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57. DAVIDA McGONIGLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $1000 – This scholarship will be awarded to a Whitman-Hanson Regional High School male or female student who will pursue a career in early childhood education (teacher, counselor,  special needs, school psychologist, etc.)  Applicant should be at least a “B” student.
 

58. OPTIMUM REAL ESTATE, INC. SCHOLARSHIP -  2 @ $250 ea. – Awarded to students from Whitman or Hanson continuing his or her education toward a two or four year degree in business and is in the top 50% of their class.  Given first semester.  Please include a one-page essay on goals.
 

59. HANSON YOUTH BASKETBALL SCHOLARSHIP – In Memory of Amy Patturelli - $300 - Awarded to a Hanson graduate who has participated in Hanson Youth Basketball.  Must be in top 50% of the class.  Given at second semester.  Please include brief essay on goals.
 

60. CLASS OF 2003 SCHOLARSHIP – 2 @ $250 ea – Scholarship will be awarded to two WHRHS seniors, (one male, one female) who have shown significant contribution toward class activities and have extraordinary school spirit.  Student must be in the top half of the class, and planning to attend a two or four-year school.  The scholarship will be awarded after the first semester of school with proof of matriculation.
 

61. SANDRA E. KELLIHER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2 @ $500 ea. - Awarded to a Whitman-Hanson Regional High School senior boy and girl who have maintained a “B” or better average and played in at least one varsity sport; must be active in the community.

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62. “DEBORAH’S LIFE” - $1,000 – This scholarship will be awarded to a WHRHS student with the following qualifications:

1.  Has had their life affected by a relative’s breast cancer

2.  Must submit a 2 page essay as to how breast cancer has affected their life plans for the future

3.  Why this scholarship is needed

4.  Submit three  (3) letters of recommendation (2 academic & 1 personal)

5.  GPA must be a “B” or better
 

63. WHITMAN HIGH/W-H REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP- $500 This scholarship will be awarded to a WHRHS senior who has had one or both parents graduate from Whitman High/Whitman-Hanson Regional High School.  Recipient must be planning to attend a two or four-year college.
 

64. STEVEN AND DEAN ORCUTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $500 – Awarded to a Whitman or Hanson male or female student proficient in Math.
 

65. HANSON POLICE RELIEF ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP - $400 – Awarded to a Hanson student planning to attend a two or four year accredited college in September majoring in any subject.  Available to Hanson residents only or if you are a relative of a Hanson police officer.  Applicant must be in the top 50% of the class.  Brief essay is required.
 

66. GARY OBERLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - Awarded to a Hanson or Whitman resident maintaining average grades or betters in his/her senior year.  Student must be a significant contributor to community and/or school and involved in high school and/or town sports. Applicants must provide a brief essay of goals, list activities, interests and/or awards.
 

67. SONS OF WHITMAN AMERICAN LEGION SQUADRON # 22 -  $250 – This honor is awarded to a deserving student residing in Whitman, attending the 12^th grade, or equivalent, of a public or private school, either within or outside the limits of the town of Whitman.  It will be based on the applicant’s need and/or scholarship ability, with preference given to a relative of Legion Member, a son or daughter of a veteran, or other qualified applicants.