SCHOLARSHIPS!
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UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, MS. BERARDINELLI WILL SUPPLY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS UPON REQUEST.
Students should be aware that if a scholarship application requires a transcript, please ask Ms. Berardinelli for a copy.
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ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION
MOST VALUABLE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
Any high school senior who is an American Citizen and intends to pursue college-level education is invited to apply to this scholarship. A “most valuable” student is one who is an outstanding student near or at the top of the graduating class, active in school and community, and recognized as a leader by peers. Recipients are chosen on the basis of:
- Scholarship
- Leadership
- Financial Need
Interested students may visit enf.elks.org/mvs for more information.
Applications must be completed online at enf.elks.org/mvs
ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED
AND SUBMITTED TO ELKS CLUB ON OR BEFORE 11/5/19
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RUBY HOHBEIN DANIELS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
A scholarship ($2000) will be awarded to a graduating LSMHS senior who will major in Elementary Education. The recipient must be accepted to an accredited 4-year school and must be a full-time student in the fall of 2020. Demonstrated financial need will be considered.
Interested students may obtain an application on Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/13/20
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R.E.A.D. #10 SCHOLARSHIP
Several scholarships are offered to graduating LSMHS seniors to help with the costs of furthering their education. These scholarships are funded by the employees and families of Regional School District #10.
Consideration:
- Financial need
- Academic achievement
- Citizenship
Interested students may print an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/2/20
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LIONS CLUB OF HARWINTON SCHOLARSHIP
The Lions Club of Harwinton is offering 2 scholarships for $1500 to graduating seniors who:
- Reside in Harwinton
- Have been accepted to a 2-year or 4-year college/university, or to a technical school
- Demonstrate financial need
- Have achieved at least a “B” average academically
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/13/20
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CHARLOTTE HUNGERFORD HOSPITAL
AUXILIARY HEALTH CARE SCHOLARSHIP
Twelve (12) scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded to graduating seniors who:
- Are planning to pursue education in a health care field
- Have attained at least a “B” average scholastically
- Are accepted at a college/institution of higher education OR are working toward a degree or certificate in a health care field and are planning a career in the health care field
Interested students may print application from Naviance Scholarship page.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/1/20
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BURLINGTON POLICE UNION SCHOLARSHIP
The Burlington Police Union Local #2693U is offering a $ 500 scholarship to assist students pursuing their education after high school. Applicants must be graduating from Lewis S. Mills High School in June 2020.
Applicants must:
- Pursue 2- or 4-year degree in a discipline related to Criminal Justice
- Submit a 1-page essay describing their interest in a law enforcement career
Scholarship funds must be used in the year granted.
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI 4/3/20
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Residents of Connecticut enrolled in a post-secondary curriculum of silviculture or forest resource management
Applicant will need to supply a transcript and letters of rec.
The college the applicant will attend must be accredited
There will be a interview process for selection of scholarship
Written essay explaining interest in pursuing a career in forestry or forest management
Applications available at www.hfpgscholarships.org/Scholarships/AboutThisDirectory/HowtoApply/GeneralScholarshipApplication/tabid/356/Default.aspx.
Use the General Scholarship Application
DEADLINE March 20, 2020
Selection on or before June 1st
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The JAMES L GOODWIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria:
Residents of Connecticut enrolled in a post-secondary curriculum of silviculture or forest resource management
Applicant will need to supply a transcript and letters of rec.
The college the applicant will attend must be accredited
There will be a interview process for selection of scholarship
Written essay explaining interest in pursuing a career in forestry or forest management
Applications available at www.hfpgscholarships.org/Scholarships/AboutThisDirectory/HowtoApply/GeneralScholarshipApplication/tabid/356/Default.aspx.
Use the General Scholarship Application
DEADLINE March 20, 2020
Selection on or before June 1st
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HARWINTON YOUTH SPORTS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
The Harwinton Youth Sports Association (HYSA) is offering two scholarships of $500 each.
The applicant must:
- Be a graduating senior from Lewis S. Mills High School
- Reside in Harwinton OR have played in HYSA sports
- Have been active in high school sports
- Be continuing his/her education after high school
Interested students may obtain an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/3/20
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HARWINTON WOMAN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
The Harwinton Woman’s Club is offering one $1000 scholarship to be awarded to a graduating high school student this year.
The applicant must:
- Be a Harwinton girl or boy graduating in 2020
- Have achieved a scholastic average in the upper half of the class (rank 97 or better)
- Have shown evidence of good citizenship
- Give indication of future promise
- Show financial need for scholarship assistance
Interested students print an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/1/20
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Pediatric Dentistry of Litchfield County
The Litchfield County Dental Society give an annual scholarship to students planning on entering dental hygiene school in the fall of 2020. Interested applicants should forward a copy of their acceptance letter along with their transcript to McKenna Orthodontics 333 Kennedy Drive, Torrington, CT 06790
Deadline: June 1, 2020
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LITCHFIELD HILLS AUDUBON SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
The Litchfield Hills Audubon Society is offering two (2) $2000 scholarships to a graduating high school senior.
Criteria:
- Be a graduating high school senior residing in Litchfield County (Harwinton student)
- Have been accepted into a college program for Environmental Studies or a related field, and provide proof of acceptance
- Submit academic transcript, two recommendations from non-relatives, and a brief statement citing the reasons for choosing Environmental Studies as a major
Interested students may request an application on Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/24/20
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ST. MARY’S WOMEN’S GUILD SCHOLARSHIP
St. Mary’s Parish, Unionville, will present up to three $1000 scholarships to students who:
- Are members of the Parish
- Are high school seniors wishing to pursue education after high school
- Demonstrate financial need
Awards will be based upon:
- Financial need
- Scholastic achievement
- Service to church/school/community
- Essay
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/10/2020
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CONNECTICUT STATE USBC ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Two $1000 scholarships will be presented by the CT USBC Association (a bowling organization) to graduating high school seniors. To be eligible, applicants must be:
- High school seniors whose parent/grandparent is currently a sanctioned member of the State USBC Association OR high school seniors who are sanctioned members themselves
- Entering institutions of higher learning in the summer or fall semester immediately following high school graduation in 2020
Finalists will be required to participate in an interview with the Scholarship Committee.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/18/20
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GLENN MOON SCHOLARSHIP of the
ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED TEACHERS OF CONNECTICUT
The Association of Retired Teachers of CT is offering 3 scholarships (1 at $2000 and renewable for 3 subsequent years, and 2 one-time grants of $1500 each) to students graduating from a Connecticut high school (public or private) in 2020.
Applicants must:
- Be Connecticut residents
- Intend to pursue a career in Education (in public or private schools)
Applicants are considered on the basis of:
- Academic Record
- Financial Need
- Character and Personality
- Interests and Educational Activities
An essay is required.
Interested students may request an application from www.artct.org.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/31/20
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KARL J. SCHWARTZ ROTARY AWARD
The Bristol Rotary Scholarship Fund, Inc., has a scholarship program available to high school seniors residing in Bristol, BURLINGTON, Plainville, Plymouth, Southington, and Terryville. The scholarship program was funded by the late Karl J. Schwartz, a former Rotarian and Bristol native.
The scholarship program may award up to 10 scholarships, $8000 each, to high school seniors who are planning to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited 4-year college or university for the entire 2020-2021 academic year.
An essay describing your personal experiences as the relate to the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self” is required
The scholarships are renewable subject to the renewal conditions outlined in the program.
In addition to academic and other requirements, Financial Need is a key consideration in awarding the scholarships.
Interested students may request an application at the Bristol Rotary Club website http:/bristolrotaryclub.org.
DEADLINE is MARCH 2, 2020
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ISIDORE WISE SCHOLARSHIP
(Connecticut Children’s Medical Center)
The Isidore Wise Scholarship Program was established through a generous bequest from Mr. Isidore Wise, a member of the Newington Children’s Hospital Board of Directors for 45 years.
This year, there will be 5 scholarships in the amount of $7500 each. Mr. Wise instructed that the funds be used for scholarships for worthy students who are/have been patients of Newington Children’s Hospital, CT Children’s Medical Center, and/or the CCMS School.
Applicants must:
- Graduate in June 2020
- Enter an accredited post-secondary undergraduate institution in Fall 2020
Interested students may go to:
https://connecticutchildrensfoundation.org
COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/6/20
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BRISTOL CHORAL SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP
One scholarship $1000 is being offered by The Bristol Choral Society to graduating seniors who are:
- Furthering their education in Music Performance OR Music Education
- Enrolling in an accredited post-secondary school
- Residents of Burlington/Harwinton
Members of The Bristol Choral Society are not eligible, but members of their family are.
An audition is required.
Please obtain application on Naviance. DEADLINE 3/15/2020
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BURLINGTON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP
The Burlington Volunteer Fire Department will award 2 scholarships to graduating seniors from LSMHS. To qualify, an applicant must:
- Be a Burlington resident
- Have excellent traits of mind and character
- Have been/will be accepted to an accredited degree-granting college/university
Interested students may request an application from Ms. Berardinelli.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/13/20
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ROSARY SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIPS
St. Gregory Rosary Society will present scholarships to graduating seniors continuing their education after high school.
Applicants must:
- Be children of registered members of St. Gregory Parish in Bristol
- Be continuing their education at a 2- or 4-year college or accredited institution
Applicants will be selected on the basis of:
- Church involvement
- Academic transcript
- Community activities
- 3 letters of recommendation
- An essay
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/31/20
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K. C. BALDWIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
A scholarship will be awarded by the K. C. Baldwin Scholarship Fund Committee, based upon the following:
Applicants should be pursuing a career in Special Education or related fields (such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy).Handicapped students are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants will be required to complete an essay.
Interested students may obtain an application from Naviance .
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/2/20
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NANCY H. WHIPPLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Nancy H. Whipple Memorial Scholarship has been established in honor Nancy H. Whipple as a permanent remembrance of her. Nancy devoted 23 years of support to the children of Lake Garda Elementary School, focusing her energy on the success of all students. Nancy’s cooperative attitude, positive personality, and enthusiasm continue to be an inspiration to all who knew her. In her role, Nancy became a beloved friend to the entire Lake Garda community.
The applicant must:
- Be a resident of Burlington
- Have attended Lake Garda Elementary School
- Be graduating from LSMHS in June 2020
- Be interested in pursuing a career in the field of either Education or Health Services
- Demonstrate financial need
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/1/20
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KEVIN POLLOCK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Kevin Pollock Memorial Scholarship is being offered to graduating Lewis Mills seniors who are going on to further their education.
Recipient selection will be determined by an essay and by academic success in high school.
Interested students may obtain an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/31/20
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HARWINTON IVES-CLEAVELAND POST #137 AMERICAN LEGION
3 Scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded to Harwinton students who will graduate from Lewis S. Mills High School in June of 2020.
Applicants must attend a trade school (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, nursing, EMT, automotive, computers, culinary, cosmetology, etc.) and will be considered on the basis of:
- Resident of Harwinton
- Good citizenship
- Accepted to an accredited trade school
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/30/2020
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LITCHFIELD COUNTY TAX COLLECTORS ASSOC. SCHOLARSHIP
The Litchfield County Tax Collectors Association is offering a scholarship in the amount of $500.
The applicant must:
Interested students may download an application/information from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/1/20
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COLLEGE CLUB OF HARTFORD SCHOLARSHIPS
The College Club of Hartford offers a limited number of $1500 scholarships to qualified female seniors graduating from public high schools in Hartford County.
Applicants must:
- Have applied to an accredited 4-year college/university
- Rank in the top 10% of the graduating class (rank 19 or better)
The scholarship committee will judge applicants upon:
- Academic achievement
- Character
- Leadership
- Financial need
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/18/20
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CATHOLIC GRADUATES CLUB OF GREATER HARTFORD
The Catholic Graduates Club of Greater Hartford is offering three scholarships ($2000 each) for use during the 2020-21 academic year.
To be eligible for these awards, an applicant must:
- Be a Catholic student residing in Hartford County (Burlington student)
- Be planning to attend a 4-year college (does NOT need to be a Catholic school)
- Be presently attending an accredited secondary high school
The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of:
- Financial need
- Scholarship
- Character
- Achievement
- Leadership qualities
Interested students may request an application from Ms. Berardinelli.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/16/20
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CONNECTICUT PARKS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
The CT Parks Association will offer several scholarships in honor of past president Dennis Malone. These scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors and will value up to $1000 each.
Criteria:
- Will attend a 2- or 4-year college
- Will pursue a career in Park Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Agronomy, or closely related fields
Selection will be based upon:
- Financial need
- Academic achievement
- Involvement in activities related to the intended course of study
Interested students may apply online at www.ctparks.org under “General Info/Dept.Info”
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE 4/18/20
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KIMBERLY ALVAREZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
This scholarship, offered in memory of Kimberly Alvarez, is made available to all graduating seniors who are furthering their education.
Criteria:
- Applicant must receive at least one athletic letter during senior year
- Applicant shall show a positive attitude toward academic studies along with an overall appreciation of others
Interested students may request an application from Ms. Berardinelli.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS ARE DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/7/20
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BRONC CALLAHAN COMMUNITY FUND, INC.
This scholarship is in memory of Pete Salwocki, a long-time Harwinton resident and a founding father of the Bronc Callahan Community Fund, Inc. Mr. Salwocki, along with Bronc Callahan, exemplified the spirit of community service and volunteerism.
Criteria:
- The student must be a resident of Harwinton.
- The student will attend an accredited institution of higher education.It is understood that if for any reason the student should not attend, the funds will be returned to the Community Fund so that they can be issued to another applicant.
- The student has been active in community, school, and/or religious functions and has demonstrated the characteristics of good citizenship and volunteerism.
- The student has a demonstrated financial need and can provide FAFSA forms or comparable financial verification. You must provide this information or you will be disqualified.
- The student has demonstrated academic achievement.
- The student can provide a letter or letters of recommendation from a non-family member.
- Previous applicants and/or current college students are encouraged to apply.
Interested students may request an application from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/20/20
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TORRINGTON SAVINGS BANK SCHOLARSHIP
The Torrington Savings Bank is offering 2 scholarships of $10,000 each ($2500 per year for up to 4 years of post-secondary education). To apply, students or their parents/guardians must be customer of Torrington Savings Bank.
Applicants must:
- Complete the scholarship application
- Provide a letter of reference from a teacher or academic advisor
- Provide a letter of reference from a parent or guardian
- Provide an official copy of academic transcript
- Provide a copy of the college acceptance letter
- Complete an essay
Interested students may go to torringtonsavings.com to download an application or contact Andrea Strawinski at astrawinski@torringtonsavings.com for an electronic version.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE 5/1/20
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PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION
A scholarship is being offered by the Connecticut Chapter of Professional Women in Construction. It is offered to students (male or female) enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year course of study leading to a degree in:
· Civil, Mechanical, Structural, or Electrical Engineering
· Architecture
· Construction Management
· Construction
Applicants will be considered by:
· Academic grades
· Extracurricular involvement
· Recommendations
· An essay
Interested students may request an application on Naviance.
Applications due MARCH 25, 2020
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PETER MONAHAN SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Graduating seniors are encouraged to apply for this scholarship that is sponsored by the Monahan family. The applicant must meet the following criteria:
- Be a senior who will graduate from LSMHS in June of 2020
- Reside in a household maintained and supported by a single parent, whether by reason of divorce or death of the other parent
- Demonstrate outstanding character traits
- Have a strong aptitude and desire for higher education i.e. college or trades
Interested student may request an application on Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/3/20
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KAREN E. DUCOTEY MEMORIAL AWARD
A scholarship award is being offered in memory and in honor of Karen E. DuCotey, a former Lewis Mills High School student and Lake Garda Elementary School teacher.
Applicant must:
- Have attended Lake Garda Elementary School and Har-Bur Middle School and be a current senior at Lewis S. Mills High School
- Be involved in sports
- Be seeking a career in the field of Education
- Be accepted to an accredited school of higher education
Financial need and class rank are NOT factoring in the choosing of the recipient.
Interested student may request an application from Ms. Berardinelli.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/2/20
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TORRINGTON UNICO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
HARWINTON STUDENTS
STUDENTS INTERESTED IN APPLYING TO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIPS SHOULD go to WWW.cfnwct.org. TO REVIEW CRITERIA
* Rt. Reverend Monsignor William Botticelli
* Founder’s Scholarship
* Carmela, R.N., and Jennie Lopardo
* Andrew J. Oneglia
* John Sullo Founders
* UNICO Itlaian Heritage
All the scholarships need a separate application.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/1/19
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BRISTOL GARDEN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
The Bristol Garden Club is offering a $1000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior. The applicant must:
- Reside in Burlington (or Bristol, Plainville, Terryville/Plymouth, Wolcott)
- Be planning to further education in horticulture, conservation, forestry, environmental studies, landscape architecture, floral arranging, agriculture, or related fields
Interested students may request an application from Ms. Berardinelli
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/31/20
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THE HARWINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The Harwinton Historical Society will offer a $1000 scholarship.
- Student must reside in Harwinton and/or active in the Harwinton Historical Society.
- Scholarship must be used to pursue a post-secondary education by a graduating high school senior or a student currently pursuing education beyond the high school level.
- Applicant must show an interest in history/social science through coursework and/or experiences.
If interested, please obtain an application on Naviance
Application must be postmarked no later than APRIL 15, 2020
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HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP
The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who have demonstrated:
Eligibility criteria:
- Have completed high school or earned a high school equivalency degree by Spring 2020.
- Enrolled in an eligible program in the Fall 2020
- Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a career or technical program (up to 2 years) at an accredited non-profit post-secondary institute in the U.S
- Demonstrated critical financial need (must be eligible to receive the Federal Pell grant by FASFA).
- Display perseverance in overcoming adversity.
- Be under the age of 30
- Be a U.S. citizen.
Application procedures:
- An online application at scholars.horatioalger.org
- A copy of the full Student Aid Report. Income documentation must be submitted online.
- Proof of citizenship (if not born in the U.S)
APPLICATIONS due 4/15/2020
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LITCHFIELD COUNTY UNIVERSITY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who are:
- Entering 4-year colleges/universities as full-time students and pursuing a course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree
OR
- Entering 2-year colleges with the intent of transferring later to a 4-year school leading to a bachelor’s degree
Applicants must:
- Reside in Litchfield County (Harwinton)
- Demonstrate superior academic performance (class rank of 49 or better)
- Demonstrate financial need
Scholarships are for one year only.
Interested students may request an application from Ms. Berardinelli.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/3/20
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TORRINGTON-WINSTED AREA ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
A scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who will pursue an undergraduate degree after high school graduation.
Applicants must:
- Be accepted to an accredited institution of higher education and plan to attend
- Be residents of Harwinton, Torrington, Goshen, Winsted, New Hartford, Barkhamsted, Colebrook, or Norfolk
- Demonstrate financial need
- Demonstrate academic achievement
- Demonstrate the characteristics of good citizenship
- Attend/attended Lewis S. Mills H.S., Torrington H.S., Gilbert School, Oliver Wolcott Technical School, Wamogo H.S., or Northwestern Regional #7 H.S.
Copies of the FAFSA and the college Financial Aid Package are required.
Interested students may request an application directly from Naviance.
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO BY 4/10/20