These scholarships and awards are NOT AFFILIATED WITH, BUT IN ADDITION TO, THE DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS (formerly Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation) APPLICATION.  Please go to www.dfswh.com for Dollars for Scholars info and applications. 

Local and community scholarships are available to graduating members of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School, Class of 2008, as well as any other 12^th 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.

!! IMPORTANT !!

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 complete 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, 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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IN-HOUSE SCHOLARSHIPS – 2008
 

1.       THE WESTSIDE SCHOLARSHIP – An award of x-dollars to a Whitman- Hanson Regional High School senior who attained a “B” average or better and who has made significant contribution to both school and community, and will be attending an accredited two or four year college.

2. FIRST UNITARIAN SOCIETY OF WHITMAN SCHOLARSHIP - $200 – Award to be granted to a senior with academic excellence and accepted at an institution of higher learning.

3.       BARBARA ANN GRADY SCHOLARSHIP - $175 – Awarded annually to a senior girl entering a four-year college.  She should have an outstanding record of scholarship, citizenship, and participation in extra-curricular activities.

4.       ANNE GERTRUDE SCHOLZ (2) - $200 ea. – Awarded to two deserving students planning to further their education, with adherence to basic religious principles, scholastic ability and/or financial need.

5.       PETER W. COLBY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $100 – Awarded to a male member of the graduation class of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School who has been admitted to post-high school education program in the area of vocational education.

6.       ROBERT E. BROOKS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $150 – Awarded to only one member of the graduating class continuing his education in the field of art or technical education.

7.       THE PAMELA COSTANTINO MEMORIAL AWARD - $300 – Financial need and academic achievement shall be the primary criteria used in selecting the student receiving the award.  The recipient of this award must attend a four-year college in the September following graduation at Whitman-Hanson Regional High School.

8.       JOHN J. FARRELL MEMORIAL AWARD - $100 – Awarded to a member of the Senior Class of Whitman-Hanson Regional High School.  Financial need and a commitment to work hard shall be the primary criteria used.  The recipient should be a good student but not necessarily a superior one, and must attend a two or a four-year college in the September following graduation.

9.       JAMES "JIMMY CAZ" CASTAGNOZZI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $500 – Awarded to a Whitman-Hanson senior who will be attending Bridgewater State College in the Aviation Program.  If there is no such student, it is to be given to a student attending Bridgewater State College who has not yet received another scholarship.
 

10.   PLYMOUTH COUNTY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION – (3) – To be awarded to one student from Whitman, one from Hanson and one from Whitman-Hanson Regional High School.  Criteria:  Recipients should be the child of a WHEA/PCEA member or a student continuing their studies in education – preferably both.

Download In-House Scholarship Application here!

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SCHOOL & COMMUNITY
SCHOLARSHIPS

 Scholarships 11 - 16 are chosen by academic departments. No applications are necessary.

11. WILLIAM J. AND ANNA CLIFFORD HOWARD SCHOLARSHIP – $200 – Awarded to the highest-ranking Whitman-Hanson Regional senior entering a four-year degree granting institution. NO APPLICATION NECESSARY!

12. SPRATT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $500 (WHRHS student) –    Selected by the Social Studies Department.  To be given second semester.  NO APPLICATION NECESSARY!

13. KEY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP - Recipient must be an active participant in the Key Club who has shown strong leadership skills.  Must be in the top 50% of the class and going to a two or four year college.  NO APPLICATION NECESSARY!

14. DR. EDWARD T. WALSH MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP – (WHRHS Student) – Awarded to a member of the Graduating Class who is judged by the vote of the teachers of mathematics to be the most proficient student in mathematics in that class.  NO APPLICATION NECESSARY!

15. STUDENT COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP – NO APPLICATION NECESSARY!
 

16. HAROLD T. CLARK SCHOLARSHIP - $100 – (EXCELLENCE IN MUSIC) – Awarded to the most deserving Whitman-Hanson Regional senior planning to further his/her education in music.  NO APPLICATION NECESSARY!

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Scholarships 17 through 67 are chosen
 by local organizations. 
To download an application, click on the scholarship name.

17. WHITMAN-HANSON BAND PARENTS’ SCHOLARSHIP

To be awarded to a senior member of the Whitman-Hanson performing groups with the following requirements:

1.     Must be a member of the following performing groups:  Marching, Jazz or Concert Bands

2.     Must be in their senior year, in good standing, and pursuing further education beyond high school

3.    Must be a senior student who has demonstrated loyalty, dedication and participation in band projects

4.    Applications must be TYPED OR PRINTED. 

18. AHERN FAMILY MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP – Recipient must be a WHRHS student who has excelled in band, choir or orchestra and pursuing an education in music.

19. BRUNO MALINOWSKI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $1000 – This award is to be presented to a Whitman-Hanson Regional senior boy or girl who has been accepted by and will be attending College of the Holy Cross.  He or she must have maintained a “B” or better average, played in at least one varsity sport, and must be active in other school activities.  Award will be given after the first semester of the freshman year of college.

20. JUDITH SCHIRONE B.S.N. SCHOLARSHIP--$500 – The recipient of this scholarship must be pursuing a career in the nursing field.  Preference will be given to a relative only if pursuing a nursing career or related field (science, etc.).  If there are no applicants, scholarship will not be given that year.  Payment will be made second semester.

21. ERNEST A. MOORE SCHOLARSHIP TRUST– Awarded to young men and/or women who have been residents in the towns of Whitman and/or Hanson for at least 4 years prior to graduation, and students at Whitman-Hanson Regional High School whose parents would have difficulty in paying for higher education.  The college, university, or institution of higher learning beyond that of high school is unlimited except that no scholarship will be awarded to an applicant wishing to attend pre-med or medical school.  Also exempt will be any student planning to attend any theological school.

22. BASIL & THOMAIDA MILONAS SCHOLARSHIP -
$300 – (Top ¼ class) - Awarded to a Business Student of Whitman-Hanson Regional with a “B” or better average in Business Law or Business Management or advanced levels of the skilled areas (Word Processing, Keyboarding).  Student will attend a two or four-year business college and should demonstrate a positive business attitude

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23. WHITMAN POLICE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP –
4 @ $250 ea. – Awarded to a Whitman resident who is a member of the graduating class planning to attend a two or four-year college or trade school.  Preference will be given to a relative or member of the Whitman Police Department.  The scholarship will be given after completion of the first semester by providing grades or a second semester bill.

 24. ROBERT F. CAMPBELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $750 Scholarship for WHRHS senior who has participated in Whitman-Hanson's ice hockey program.  Student must be planning to attend a 2 or 4 year college or university in September.  Recipient will receive the scholarship after first semester grades and must also earn a 2.0 GPA or higher during the first semester.

25. WHITMAN AMERICAN LEGION POST #22

     Three @ $1000 – This honor will be 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.

26. WHITMAN AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY UNIT #22 - $500 – Awarded to any senior student wishing to further his or her education.  This award will be based on character, financial need and scholastic ability.  Preference will be given to a member or to a relative of a veteran.  Three references are required for this scholarship.

27. HANSON AMERICAN LEGION - Four at $500 each- Awarded to members of the graduating class who will be attending an accredited two or four-year College.  Students must be HANSON residents. Preference will be given to a son/daughter of a member of the Hanson American Legion.

28. CLASS OF “1961” SCHOLARSHIP - $300 - Awarded to a most deserving senior based on his/her scholastic achievement and financial need.  Preference will be given to a student who is a relative of a graduate of the WHRHS Class of 1961.  Please state relative!  This award is also available to any senior residing in Whitman and/or Hanson who attends a private or parochial school.

29. WHITMAN MOTHER'S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP – This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating student  planning to attend a post-secondary school to further his/her education or training for employment.  Students whose parents are current active members of Whitman Mother’s Club will receive top priority.  In the event there are none, other applicants will be considered.

30. No longer available

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31. WHITMAN YOUTH SOCCER SCHOLARSHIP – 2 @ $500 ea. & 2 @ $250 ea. – Whitman residents who are high school seniors and registered for and completed two fall seasons in Whitman Youth Soccer may apply.

32. HANSON YOUTH FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP (in memory of John Conroy) – 2 @ $500 ea. – Awarded to  graduating seniors who have participated in the Hanson Youth Football program for at least one year as a football player, cheerleader,  coach or prep squad member.  The award will be made on the basis of good sportsmanship, extra-curricular and community activities.  It is to be used only for payment of tuition to an institution authorized to confer a degree or to a technical school.  Applicants must include a letter detailing their past association with HYF, activities in the community and future goals in life.  Recipients must also be in the top 50% of their class and continuing their education in September.

33. WHITMAN DEMOCRATIC TOWN COMMITTEE SCHOLARSHIP - (2 Scholarships)

1)  $350 – In Memory of Joseph R. Callanan

2)  $350 – In Memory of Richard C. Hayes

Recipients must be Whitman residents and entering their freshman year of school of higher learning.  If candidate is 18 years of age or older he/she MUST BE A REGISTERED VOTER.  A brief essay from the applicant stating why he/she should be considered for this scholarship is required.

34. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – ALBERT F. DURANT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $1,000 – To be awarded to a local resident senior student who is a member of this year’s high school graduating class.  This award will be made based not only on scholastic record, but also on character, community and church involvement and all-around accomplishments of the applicant. It is to be used only for the payment of tuition to an institution authorized to confer a degree or to a 2-year technical school payable upon proof of enrollment for the 2^nd semester of studies. (Preference will be given to sons/daughters and grandchildren of members of Knights of Columbus Whitman Council \#347, including deceased members.)

34A.  KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS – JOHN & JEAN NEE MEMORIAL - 2 @ $500 ea - The awards will be made based not only on scholastic record, but also on character, community and church involvement and all-around accomplishments of the applicant.  It is to be used only for the payment of tuition to an institution authorized to confer a degree, or to a two-year technical school, payable upon proof of enrollment for the 2^nd semester of studies.  Recipients of the JOHN & JEAN NEE awards must be planning to further their education in public service or safety, i.e. police, firefighter, law enforcement or nursing.  (Preference will be given to sons/daughters and grandchildren of members of Knights of Columbus Whitman Council \#347, including deceased members.)

35. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SCHOLARSHIPS

1)  Charles T. Sweeney Memorial Award $250

    (Must be planning to become a teacher)

2)  M. Grace and Leo Crowley Memorial Award $250

3)  Edward C. Brady Memorial Award $250

4)  Knights of Columbus Memorial Award $250

5)  Charles J. Coholan Memorial Award $100

Awards are to be presented in memory of Charles T. Sweeney, M. Grace and Leo Crowley, Edward C. Brady and Charles J. Coholan to members of the Senior class from the local community who have made the commitment to continue his/her education after high school.  The recipients of these awards should be good, but not necessarily superior students.  The awards will be made based on scholastic record, character, community and church involvement and all-around capability of the applicant.

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