Guidance Office
Phone:  518-658-2515 ext. 206Fax:  518-658-0483

Student Financial Aid (US Dept. Of Ed.)
(Includes Free Application For Student Aide)

Mrs. Kathy Fougere, Secretary    mailto:kfougere@berlincentral.org
Mr. Shirley Catalano, Counselor  mailto:scatalano@berlincentral.org
Ms. Anne Lazarony, Counselor  mailto:alazarony@berlincentral.org

Money Matters-Scholarships

CLASS OF 2008 – LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS

 

Following is a list of scholarships that will be awarded at graduation on June 27, 2008. Applications are available in the Guidance Office and should be returned to Anne Lazarony, Guidance Counselor, NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, MAY 19, 2008.

 

Berlin Central School CSEA Award – Two $150 Awards

 Criteria:  Graduating Senior attending 2 or 4- year school who has a parent or grandparent that is a member of the CSEA Labor Union.

 1.  Typewritten one to two page double-spaced essay “What it means to be a responsible citizen”.

 Due:  June 9, 2008

 

Berlin Volunteer Fire Department 

Due Date:  June  16 , 2008

$575 per year for up to four years – Total Award:  $2,300 

Must be a Berlin resident, graduating senior seeking a higher education in the following fields:

 Fire Science, Fire Protection Engineering, Forestry, Health, Medicine, Police Sciences, Education or Human Services.

 

RUTH B. CANFIELD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $ 2,500

 

Awarded to that member of the graduating class with the highest grade point average who is continuing his/her education.

 

 

NORMA LEWIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $ 1,000

 

Awarded to a Berlin High School graduate(s) enrolled in an accredited college program. May be divided and shared by a maximum of two graduates. Non-renewable. Selection based on financial need.

 

 

KJELSEN TRUST FUND SCHOLARSHIP - $ 1,850

 

Awarded to a Berlin High School graduate entering any university within New York State. May NOT be divided.  May be renewed by applying. Selection based on financial need.

 

 

TAYLOR TRUST FUND SCHOLARSHIP - $ 950

 

Awarded to a Berlin High School graduate entering any university within New York State. May NOT be divided. May be renewed by applying. Selection based on financial need.

 

 

LESTER T. RUSSELL SCHOLARSHIP - $ 500

 

Awarded to a graduating senior living in the Berlin Central School District and enrolled in a two or four-year accredited college in the field of engineering and/business. May be divided. Non-renewable. Financial need is not a condition that must be met.

 

WILLIAM J. KINN SCHOLARSHIP - $ 500

 

Awarded to the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of the graduating class as follows: 2/3 of amount to Valedictorian ($ 330)  and 1/3 to Salutatorian ($ 170), provided both seek to further their education by attending an accredited college of higher learning.

 

 


 

BERLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL STAFF/STUDENT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $ 300

 

(In Memory of Paul Maxson, Gladys Carr, Lewis Wager, Jessie/Percy Griffiths, Louis and Nina Frey, and Mel Dapson).

 

Awarded to a Berlin High School graduate who has worked to the best of his/her ability and does not necessarily place at the top of the graduation class; to a graduate who desires to further his/her education either academically or technically; and to a graduate who has been courteous and considerate of others. May NOT be divided. Non-renewable.

 

BARBARA HORTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $ 50

 

Awarded to a current or former graduate of Berlin High School and/or member of the Berlin Central School faculty or staff pursuing a career in the education field. May NOT be divided. Non-renewable. Selection based on citizenship and financial need of applicants who do not have access to funds available to high academic achievers.

 

FRED AND PAT ORGAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $ 100

 

Awarded to an exceptional Berlin High School Senior enrolled in post high school education and/or training who exemplifies the interests and values of Fred and Pat Organ, as evidenced by concern for others and contribution to the school community. Non-renewable. Selection based on financial need.

 

DOROTHY I. GUTERMUTH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND – To be determined

 

Awarded to a Berlin High School graduate who is continuing his/her education. Student must have a B+ or better grade point average in math, 95% attendance record, completed 95% of homework assignments on time, and demonstrates a strong work ethic. Award will NOT be given to Valedictorian or Salutatorian.

 

FRANCES PALMER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $ 500

 

Awarded to Berlin CSD senior enrolled in a two or four-year accredited college or university.  All students with a “C” or higher average with a good attendance record will be considered equally eligible.  Preference given to a student entering the education field, especially teaching.  Student will have participated, at least one semester in at least one activity to include: chorus, band, sports, student government, club or other extra curricular activity.

 

Taconic Valley Garden Club Scholarship - $300

 

Awarded to Berlin CSD senior enrolled in a two or four-year accredited college or university in one of the following majors:  Earth Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, Conservation or Environmental, Farming or Biology.  All students with a “C” or higher average with a good attendance record will be considered equally eligible.  To apply, write a letter to the Guidance Office applying for this scholarship that describes your goals, your major, and the college or university you will be attending.

 

BERLIN JR./SR. PTO SCHOLARSHIP

GRADUATING SENIOR ATTENDING FOR TWO YEARS

 Must have participated in one of the following during the two years: 

Ø      Music Program (Band/Chorus) and or Drama Club

Ø      Community Service (volunteer work within or outside the school)

Ø      Interscholastic Sports Program

Application available in the Guidance Office.

 

DUE DATE:  Friday, May 16, 2008

 

 

 

Berlin Teachers’ Association Scholarship

 

1.     Graduating senior who is interested in pursuing a career in the field of education.

2.     Fill out the form in the Counseling Office and return with the attached essay to Ms. Elacqua.

3.     Due Date:  June 1, 2008.

 

Berlin Alumni Association Scholarship

  1. Graduating senior attending college in the fall.
  2. Application available in the Guidance Office.
  3. Due Date to Association:  May 26, 2008

 

NEW York State Lottery Scholarship

 Qualifications – Stop by the Counseling Center…..

 

  1. Graduating in June 2008
  2. Earn at least a B average based on 7 semester of high school
  3. Participate in extracurricular activities.  Demonstrate Leadership skills.
  4. Be a US state citizen or qualifying non-citizen and a NY State resident
  5. Plan to attend a NYS accredited college, university, trade school, or community college that participates in the Tuition Assistance Program.
  6. Parents of Guardians may not be employed by the NYS Lottery or one of its contractors.

 

 

 

 

Petersburgh Fire Department – Cindy Harrison Memorial Scholarship

 

Requirements:  Current or former Berlin High School graduate, or person who has attended Berlin High School for a minimum of two years and has earned a GED who has overcome obstacles and/or struggled through adversity and who exemplifies the interests and values of former firefighter Cindy Harrison as evidenced by a caring nature, active involvement and concern for others.

1.      Completed scholarship application submitted to the Fire Department before May 15, 2008.

2.      Brief essay summarizing how he/she meets the basic criteria

3.      Two letters of recommendation from non-relatives.

4.      Applicant must be planning to attend college or vocational training and be fully matriculated prior to receiving the award/grant.

 

Scholarship applications are available in the Guidance Office.

 

 

The John G. and Diana S. Waite Scholarship  -  $1,000

 

  1. Applicant must be a resident of Rensselaer, Albany or Washington County
  2. Applicant must be involved in community service and/or extra-curricular activities
  3. Applicant must be planning to pursue a full-time four or five year degree in:

 

            Architecture, Architectural History, Historic Preservation or History

            Due Date to Committee:  May 15, 2008

 

 

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