Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIPS!

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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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 MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/1/22

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AMERICAN COLLEGE FOUNDATION

Visionary Scholarship Program will award multiple awards ranging from $1,000-$5,000
Criteria: *Must be US Citizen or non citizens may be asked to participate in a qualification interview
*Freshmen, Sophomore, Junior, and Seniors may apply
*500 word, typed, double spaced essay
*unofficial transcript
Go to : www.AmericanCollegeFoundation.org
DEADLINE : May 1, 2022
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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 2/28/22

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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 MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/31/22

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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 all Region #10 schools 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 Naviance.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/29/23

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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 6 scholarships in the amount of $10000 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:
Have graduated in June 2022
Enter an accredited post-secondary undergraduate institution in Fall 2022

Interested students may go to:
www.connecticutchildrensfoundation.org

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JAMES L. and GENEVIEVE H. GOODWIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

(Sponsored by the CT Forest and Park Association and the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving)

The James L. and Genevieve H. Goodwin Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually for post-secondary education.

Applicants must:

Be residents of Connecticut in an accredited post-secondary curriculum of Silvaculture or Forest Resource Management
Demonstrate academic potential
Show financial need

Interested students may request an application online at www.hjpgscholarship.org.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/20/22

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CONNECTICUT D.A.R. SCHOLARSHIPS

Several awards of $1000 are offered by the CT Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Any boy or girl who ranks in the upper 25% of the graduating class (rank must be 49 or better) may apply. Scholarships are offered to students who plan to enter college as a freshman during the fall of 2022.

Scholarships are awarded on the basis of:

Scholastic ability
Character
Leadership potential
Financial need

Interested students please email [email protected] by February 1, 2022 and she will forward you an application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE February 14, 2022 Winners will be notified March 21, 2022

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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 4/8/2022
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The Chief Erick “Junie” Tharau & Past Burlington Volunteer Fire Department Chiefs Scholarship

The Burlington Volunteer Fire Department will award several 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

Applications available on Naviance

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/11/22

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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, 2022

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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, 2022

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BURLINGTON LIONS CHARITIES SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The Burlington Lions Club is offering 3 scholarships @ $1120. 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

Interested students may request the “Main Street packet of information” from Ms. Berardinelli. This scholarship is offered through the Main Street Community Foundation.

Applications are online only at www.mainstreetfoundation.org

Application due March 11, 2022
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JUSTIN WISNIEWSKI FIREFIGHTERS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

These will be education scholarships to benefit the families of firefighters. The Fund will support at least two $500 Firefighters Scholarships.

Criteria:

To be eligible to apply for the Scholarship you must be either: a Firefighter, or the spouse, child, sibling or grandchild of a firefighter. Scholarship A will be awarded to an eligible applicant from the Southington Fire Department. Scholarship B will be awarded to an eligible applicant from any Fire Department in the State of Connecticut. The basis of the scholarship is defined by volunteerism. Because of the nature of Justin’s life, everything was volunteering, whether it was for the Fire Department, the Lions Club, the Boy Scouts, Church or helping his friends and family.

Application available at www.ride4justin.com

DEADLINE March 15, 2022

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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 2022.

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 3/31/22
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LEWIS S. MILLS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The Lewis S. Mills Scholarship Fund, Inc., managed by Region #10 citizens, will award a number of scholarships. All LSM seniors who will continue their education at 2- or 4-year colleges, vocational schools, or military academies are invited to apply.

The deadline for submission of applications is 3/15/22. Applications submitted after 3/15/22 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 in April. The interview will be held in the Mills Counseling Department.

Interested students may obtain an application on Naviance.

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE

COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/15/22
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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 4/2/22
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BURLINGTON MEN’S CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Three (3) 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 Ms. Berardinelli.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 3/4/22
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LEWIS S. MILLS ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP 2022

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 MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/1/22
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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 BURLINGTON. 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 2022-2023 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:/learnmore.scholarsapply.org/bristolrotary.

DEADLINE is MARCH 2, 2022
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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 2022.

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 4/8/2022
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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 3/16/22
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Bruce E. Douglas Scholarship for Over-Coming Adversity
The Bruce E. Douglas Scholarship for Overcoming Adversity is awarded to deserving high school seniors who are enrolled in a two-year or four-year college for the upcoming year. The scholarship supports students who, with great potential, have overcome adversity or obstacles to achieve success. You can download the application at www.crec.org/foundation/bruce. Please circulate the attach flyer and encourage students to apply. Applications are due April, 1, 2022.
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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 6 scholarships in the amount of $10000 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 2022
Enter an accredited post-secondary undergraduate institution in Fall 2022

Interested students may go to:

https://connecticutchildrensfoundation.org

COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATIONS DUE BY 3/11/22
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AMERICAN SAVINGS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

(The Robert T. Kenney Scholarship)

American Savings Foundation offers scholarships to seniors residing in one of the 64 area towns, one of which is Burlington. Scholarships range from $1000 - $4000 for the academic year and renewable for up to 4 years.

Scholarships are awarded primarily on:

Financial need
Academic performance
Community involvement
Strong desire to achieve goals through higher education

Eligibility:

Minimum non-weighted GPA of 2.5 OR be ranked in top 1/3 of graduating class (rank 65 or better)
Burlington resident
Entering a 2- or 4-year undergraduate program or technical/vocational program at an accredited institution in U.S.
Must complete FAFSA before applying online for this scholarship

Apply online at www.asfdn.org

DEADLINE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION & SUPPORTING MATERIALS: 3/31/22

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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 4/18/22
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THE STEVEN SYLVESTER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is available for any Lewis S. Mills senior planning to attending 2 or 4 year college. [email protected] $2,500.

A two paragraph essay required on who has made the biggest impact on your life.

Application on Naviance.

Due to Ms. Berardinelli by April 25, 2022

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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 www.torringtonsavings.bank.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE 5/2/22

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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 2022

Finalists will be required to participate in an interview with the Scholarship Committee.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS ON NAVIANCE DUE BY 3/31/22
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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 2022
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 4/1/22
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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 4/18/22
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2022 Workers’ Memorial Day Scholarship

In 1,000 words or less write an essay of the three questions on the application with serious thought, some research, and, most importantly, awareness of the true cost of workplace hazards on the lives of workers. Essay/ Scholarship awarded $1,500 1^st place, $1,000 2^nd place and $500 for 3^rd place.

Send application and essay to [email protected] or ConnecticutCOSH

683 North Mountain Road

Newington, CT 06111

Attn: Pamela Puchalski

Application & Essay Due April 1, 2022
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HARWINTON AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIPS

The Harwinton Agricultural Society will award two scholarships of $1500 each. The same application is sued for either scholarship.

1 – One scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior or college student who will be pursuing a course of study in agriculture, family and consumer science, or a related field during the next school year.

2 – One scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior or college student who will be pursuing a course of study in any field during the next school year.

All applicants must:

Reside in Connecticut
Be/have been an active participant or exhibitor in the Harwinton Fair

Applicants will be judged as follows:

30% - Harwinton Fair participation
30% - Scholastic standing
20% - Citizenship and leadership
20% - Financial need

Interested students may request an application from Naviance.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 6/30/22
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DELTA KAPPA GAMMA MU CHAPTER GRANT

A grant of $1000 will be awarded to any student pursuing a career in the Field of Education.

Applicants will be judged upon:

Qualities of leadership
Scholarship
Community service
Financial need
Dedication to children and/or peers

An essay is required.

Interested students may obtain an application from Naviance.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE TO MS. BERARDINELLI BY 4/29/22

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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 2022
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 4/8/22
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

UNCAS COUNCIL #32 SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship, sponsored by the Uncas Council #32 Knights of Columbus, is in honor and in memory of their deceased members. The scholarship is renewable for three additional contiguous years, provided the winner shows proof of continued education and upon proof of current grades. Graduating high school seniors who exemplify charity and service to their community may apply.

Criteria:

Accepted to an accredited educational institution
Excelled in doing charitable ad community service
Exemplified patriotism
Demonstrated financial need
Achieved a sound academic record

Interested students may request an application on Naviance.

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS DUE BY 5/6/2022
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