Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIPS!

UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, MRS. (Berardinelli) GERAGHTY WILL SUPPLY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS UPON REQUEST.

Students should be aware that
if a scholarship application
requires a transcript, please
ask Mrs. (Berardinelli) Geraghty for a copy.


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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 request an application from Naviance.

         

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHTY BY 3/1/23

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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 POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN  2/28/23


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HARWINTON AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP

 

The Harwinton Ambulance Association is offering scholarships to Lewis S. Mills graduating seniors who:

 

  • Reside in Harwinton
  • Will continue their education in the field of MEDICINE (paramedic, respiratory therapy, RN, MD, etc.)

 

Interested students may request an application from Naviance.

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHTY BY 3/31/23


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LIONS CLUB OF HARWINTON SCHOLARSHIP

 

The Lions Club of Harwinton is offering 2 scholarships for $1000 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 MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHTY BY 4/17/23


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LEWIS S. MILLS ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP 2023

 

Four scholarships ($500 each) will be awarded to deserving LSM graduating senior athletic team members.  See Naviance for an application.

 

Of consideration:

  • Academics
  • Completed essay
  • Resume
  • Coach’s statement

 

Interested students may print an application from Naviance

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHTY BY 4/3/23

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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, 2023

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BURLINGTON MEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

 

Five (5) scholarship of $1000 each will be offered by the Burlington Men’s Club to graduating students (Burlington or Harwinton) who demonstrate active interest and participation in athletics and/or community service.

Interested students may request an application from Naviance.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHTY BY 3/3/23
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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 obtain an application from the Counseling Office.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHTY BY 3/10/23
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The Kailey Jaie Prenoveau Scholarship

 

The family of Kailey Prenoveau is offering a $2,000 scholarship. The only criteria is writing a 2 paragraph essay:

 

 Kailey lived her life “Fiercely” and always worked to rise to the challenge of whatever was thrown her way. Tell us about a time where you were considered the underdog, and you had to rise to the occasion. How has this experience shaped who you are today?

 

Application in the counseling office and then return to Mrs. (Berardinelli) Geraghty by April 6, 2023
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HARWINTON IVES-CLEAVELAND POST #137 AMERICAN LEGION

James L. Bement Scholarship

 

3 Scholarships of $1000 each will be awarded to Harwinton students who will graduate from Lewis S. Mills High School in June of 2023.

 

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 Counseling.

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI)  GERAGHTY BY 3/31/2023
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ST. MARY’S WOMEN’S GUILD SCHOLARSHIP

St. Mary’s Parish, Unionville, will present a $1000 scholarship 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 counseling office

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/14/2023
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BURLINGTON LIONS CHARITIES SCHOLARSHIP FUND

 

The Burlington Lions Club is offering 3 scholarships @ $1143.  The scholarships are offered to graduating BURLINGTON seniors who will attend 2-year or 4-year colleges/technical schools. 

 

Of importance: 

  • community service
  • reasonable grades (not necessarily the top of the class)
  • possible special circumstances that contribute to financial need
  • student who may not receive assistance from other services

This scholarship is offered through the Main Street Community Foundation.

Applications are online only at www.mainstreetfoundation.org

Application due March 10, 2023

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MAIN STREET COMMUNITY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS

 

Students interested in ANY of these, Applications are online only at www.mainstreetfoundation.org

 

Due March 10, 2023
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Connecticut Junior Soccer Association

 

The CJSA Central District is now accepting applications for consideration from college-bound soccer players who will be graduating in 2023.

 Criteria:

 Must be a dedicated soccer player and have played soccer with a CJSA affiliated club

 Must have C+ average or better and graduate high school in 2022 with plans to attend a school of higher education,

 Must submit a 250-word essay on the subject : What Soccer Means to Me.

 

Essay and completed applications must be received by APRIL 30, 2023.

Please send completed applications to Scholarship Committee Connecticut Junior Soccer Association 11 Executive Drive, Farmington, CT 06032. Fax to 860-676-1162

 Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT

Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation Scholarship applications are now available. Multiple college scholarships are available, including many Torrington UNICO scholarships: The Albert C and Rose Turri Scholarship for students planning to study electrical engineering; the United Nations Association Scholarship for students interested in international issues and foreign language; and the Friends of John Ponte Memorial Scholarship, The Apolonia Stanulis, Frances H Ducci, and Jack and Ruth Calder, Helen & Mario Garbin , Shepard Family Scholarships, which are not college-major specific.

 

 Additional information and applications are available on the Community Foundation website: northwestcf.org/scholarships

Applications due April 1, 2023

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TORRINGTON UNICO SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

HARWINTON STUDENTS

STUDENTS INTERESTED IN APPLYING TO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SCHOLARSHIPS SHOULD go to WWW.northwestcf.org/scholarship TO REVIEW CRITERIA 

 

* Carmela, R.N., and Jennie Lopardo

* Andrew J. Oneglia

* Raymond A. and Gloria Oneglia

* John Sullo Founders

* UNICO Italian Heritage

* Rt. Reverend Monsignor William Botticelli Scholarship

 

  All the scholarships need a separate application   

 

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/1/23
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FRIENDS OF JOHN PONTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

 

Two $500 (non-renewable) scholarships are available for graduating LSMHS seniors This scholarship seeks to recognize students who meet the criteria of excellence in both academics and student athletics.

 

To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Plan to matriculate at an accredited school of higher learning
  • Demonstrate a strong academic record for four years of high school
  • Submit a completed application by APRIL 1, 2023
  • Submit two letters of recommendation plus a letter of recommendation from the applicant’s school counselor
  • Submit a high school transcript

 

Selection is based upon:

  • Academic performance
  • Leadership
  • Participation in school activities
  • Character
  • Participation in sports

Interested students may request an application from www.northwestcf.org/scholarship-applications.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 4/1/23
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GLENN MOON SCHOLARSHIP of the

ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED TEACHERS OF CONNECTICUT

 

The Association of Retired Teachers of CT is offering 4 scholarships (1 @ $2000  renewable for 3 subsequent years, and 1 one-time scholarship of $2000 each) to students graduating from a Connecticut high school (public or private) in 2023.

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 3/31/23
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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 2023
  • 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 MRS. (Berardinelli) GERAGHTY BY 3/31/2023

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TROUT UNLIMITED

FARMINGTON VALLEY CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP

 

One $1000 scholarship will be given to any graduating senior who has participated in the FVTU Trout in the Classroom Program grades 1-12.

Applicant must be accepted into a 2- or 4-year college/university and plan to major in one of the following sciences:

Conservation, Environmental Science, Fisheries Biology, Marine Science, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Forestry, or Natural Resource Management

Applications are available on the FVTU website: WWW.fvtu.org.

DEADLINE MARCH 31, 2023

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LEWIS S. MILLS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

 

The Lewis S. Mills Scholarship Fund, Inc., managed by Region #10 citizens, will award several scholarships.  All LSM seniors who will continue their education at 2- or 4-year colleges, vocational schools, or military academies are invited to apply. he deadline for submission of applications is 3/14/23Applications submitted after 3/14/23 and/or incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

In addition to completing the application, students are requested to participate in a 10-minute interview to be scheduled the week of April 18.

Interested students may obtain an application from the counseling office.

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE

COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED TO MRS. GERAGHTY BY 3/14/23
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HARWINTON WOMAN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

 

The Harwinton Woman’s Club is offering one $1000 and one $500 scholarship to be awarded to graduating high school students this year.

 

The applicant must:

  • Be a Harwinton girl or boy graduating in 2023
  • Have achieved National Honor Society
  • Have shown evidence of good citizenship
  • Give indication of future promise
  • Show financial need for scholarship assistance

Interested students get an application from COUNSELING OFFICE.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHTY BY 3/31/23
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BURLINGTON POLICE UNION SCHOLARSHIP

 

The Burlington Police Union Local #2693U is offering 3 scholarships to assist students pursuing their education after high school.  Applicants must be graduating from Lewis S. Mills High School in June 2022.

 

Applicants must:

  • Pursue 2- or 4-year degree in a discipline related to Criminal Justice (Homeland Security, Criminology, Forensic Science, etc.)
  • 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 obtain an application from the counseling office.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MRS. (BERARDINELLI) GERAGHT BY 5/5/23

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