Scholarship Scoop Volume 8 - March 6, 2020

 

 

Any Town of Weymouth resident seeking education beyond high school at a college or institution deemed accredited by the Scholarship Committee is eligible to apply.  For example, high school seniors, citizens currently enrolled in a college program or citizens planning to return to school for additional training. In the interest of fairness, the one exception is that those applicants who have already received two awards will not be considered. Scholarship amounts range from $3000 to $500.  Scholarship applicants are judged on community involvement, academic achievement, character and financial need.

APPLICATIONS AND DETAILS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE MAROON & GOLD GUIDANCE OFFICES OR ONLINE AT WWW.WEYMOUTH.MA.US

PAPER APPLICATIONS CAN ALSO BE PICKED UP IN THE MAYOR’S OFFICE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 15, 2020

**Completed applications can be returned to Mrs. Hayes in the Maroon Guidance Office**

 

 

The Weymouth Rotary Foundation will be awarding scholarships totaling $20,000.  These awards are available to all graduates, including Career & Technical Education students.  The scholarships will be granted to high school seniors who most exemplify the Rotary International ideal of “ Service above Self”.  A student’s involvement in community service as a VOLUNTEER will weigh heavily in the final decision. Voluntary community service can be through church groups, scouts or other service organizations.  Qualified applicants must be a Weymouth resident and be graduating from Weymouth High School or South Shore Christian Academy.

APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND ONLINE AT

WWW.WEYMOUTHROTARY.ORG OR FROM EITHER GUIDANCE OFFICE.

ALL COMPLETED FORMS MUST BE RETURNED TO MRS HAYES IN THE MAROON GUIDANCE OFFICE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 20, 2020

 

 

Applications are available for all members of the class of 2020.  This one application includes many individual scholarships that will be awarded only to Weymouth High School 2020 graduates who complete the application.

ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE NUMBERED AND MUST BE SIGNED OUT BY THE INDIVIDUAL STUDENT WITH MRS HAYESIN THE MAROON GUIDANCE OFFICE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 15, 2020

 

 

The Weymouth Educators Association will award two $500. Scholarships.  To be eligible you must be pursuing a career in the field of education--school counseling, guidance, administration, family support specialist etc. and answer two questions in essay form.

APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN BOTH GUIDANCE OFFICES

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION & ESSAY TO MRS. HAYES IN THE MAROON GUIDANCE OFFICE.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 13, 2020

 

THE REBEKAH ASSEMBLY OF MASSACHUSETTS, OF THE INDEPENDENT ORDER OF ODD FELLOWS SCHOLARSHIP

This $1000 scholarship will be awarded to qualified seniors who plan to further their education by attending a 2 or 4 year college program.  The application lists the requirements for this scholarship.

APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN BOTH GUIDANCE OFFICES.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 15, 2020

 

 

The family and friends of Mark Bavis has established a foundation in Mark’s name to preserve his memory and to perpetuate the principle by which he lived everyday and through which he touched the lives of many. Selected recipients will receive annual grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to be used as specifically requested for school tuition, summer programs and other appropriate extracurricular activities.

APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE MAROON AND GOLD GUIDANCE OFFICES.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 15, 2020

ROCKLAND TRUST BANK STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

11-$2,500

Applicants must live within Rockland Trust’s service area. Applicants must be entering college for the first time, enrolled as a full time student in an undergraduate course of study which offers courses beyond the high school level.  Enrollment only at accredited colleges, universities and community colleges will be considered.

Applicants must fall in the top 50% of their graduating class.

SCHOLARSHIP GUIDELINES & APPLICATIONS CAN BE FOUND AT

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 16, 2020

 

KECHES LAW GROUP SCHOLARSHIP

Keches Law Group’s injury lawyers are proud to announce the second annual scholarship award program with two $1,500 scholarships.

You must be a US citizen or permanent resident.

 Be accepted to, or currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or graduate program within the United States. 

Demonstrate good character and high initiative.

Any applicable federal, state and local taxes on the scholarship will be the sole responsibility of the recipient.

APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT

https:/kecheslaw.com/about/scholarship

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2020

WEYMOUTH GIRLS SOCCER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Scholarships will be given to female graduating seniors from Weymouth High School, pursuing education beyond high school.  Past participation with Weymouth Girl Soccer will be given preference.

APPLICATIONS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND IN BOTH GUIDANCE OFFICES.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2020

 

 

The Julie Rodrick Dreamcatcher Scholarship Fund offiers financial support to Weymouth High School athletes who are in need of financial assistance in paying athletic fees in an effort to increase participation in athletics. 

Recipients shall be a 2020 graduating senior from Weymouth High School and pursuing education beyond high school and have participated in 12 seasons of any sport offered at WHS.

APPLICATIONS AND MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND IN BOTH GUIDANCE OFFICES.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2020

 

SYRIAN-LEBANESE WOMEN’S CLUB OF GREATER BOSTON SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is to aid women of Syrian or Lebanese origin, graduation from high school, intending to pursue a four-year college education, and residing in Massachusetts within a fifty-mile radius of Boston

MORE INFORMATION & APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE  IN THE MAROON & GOLD GUIDANCE OFFICES.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2020

 

 

 

Music Achievement Scholarship Application

This award is offered to any high school music student planning to attend a college or university in the next academic year.  Applicants will be judged on information provided on the completed application form. The award amount may vary from year to year, depending on the availability of funds, bus has historically averaged around $300 per recipenient

MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE MAROON AND GOLD GUIDANCE OFFICES.

  APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 5, 2020

 

 

EMT training can lead to several career paths as well as provide a great foundation for your college career. Two 2020 graduating Weymouth High School  recipients will receive full sponsorship of EMT training at an Accredited EMT training institute that is designated by the Fallon Ambulance Service.

MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 10, 2020

 

 

The Jane Holbrook Jewell Scholarship is awarded to one Weymouth resident who is pursuing post secondary education at an accredited college, junior college, university or professional school.  The scholarship award is a one time payment in the amount of $500.

The recipient will be selected by the committee based on their tangible accomplishments in the area of history or drama. Examples include, but are not limited to, volunteering at a museum, a research report or publication focused on history or drama or participation in a theatrical performance.

MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION CAN BE FOUND AT

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 15, 2020

 

 

The Massachusetts Association of Women in Law Enforcement (MAWLE) is pleased to announce the Lieutenant June T Murphy Scholarship-to be awarded to a student who pursues a degree in Criminal Justice.

To be eligible, applicants must meet the guidelines and criteria.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND GUIDELINES PLEASE VISIT US AT:

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 24, 2020

 

 

OCWSL is happy to be able to support graduating high school female soccer players that live in Abington, Braintree and Weymouth by offering a $250(one per town)to further support their academic and career goals.

Qualified applicants must complete the scholarship application, which includes your high school transcript and resume and submit a 500 word or less essay.

APPLICATIONS CAN BE FOUND AT :

 https://forms.gle/MpsTqCtMvJPhmqRc7

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 24, 2020

 

 

The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is the largest professional honorary organization in the world. Established in 1929, the purposes are to advance the professional interest of women in education and to honor women who demonstrate a potential for distinctive service in the field of education. The Amelia G Armstron Grant($2000) is awarded yearly to a high school senior female who is pursuing a career in education.

APPLICATIONS ARE IN THE MAROON AND GOLD GUIDANCE OFFICES.

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 30, 2020

 

The Chesna Soccer Jamboree is an annual one day soccer jamboree in honor of Weymouth Police Sergeant Michael Chesna who lost his life while protecting our community on July 15, 2018.

50% of funds raised are reserved for students at WHS and Hanover HS.

Interested parties shall produce the following to be eligible for this scholarship:

Completed Application Form, proof of a minimum 3.0 GPA & acceptance into a college degree program with a major in criminal justice, law enforcement or Homeland Security.

APPLICATIONS CAN BE FOUND IN BOTH GUIDANCE OFFICES

APPLICATION DEADLINE MAY 1, 2020

 

The Stephen Phillips Memorial Fund offers renewable, 4-year scholarships to students from New England with financial need who display academic excellence, a commitment to serving others in school, the community or at home and a strong work ethic.  Awards are limited to residents of New England states and range from $3,000 to $18,000.

INFORMATION AND APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT WWW.PHILLIPS-SCHOLARSHIP.ORG

EARLY APPLICATION RESPONSE DEADLINE APRIL 3, 2020

REGULAR APPLICATION DEADLINE MAY 1, 2020

 

Students can also look at the following websites for more scholarship information: 

https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/college-scholarships/scholars...     evel/undergraduate-scholarships/h-j-heinz-company-foundation-scholarship/ 

      http://www.collegescholarships.org/scholarships/ 

      https://www.scholarships.com/scholarship-search 

      https://studentscholarships.org/newsletter.org

www. Scholarshippoints.com

Search Engines and Scholarship Programs

Scholar Snapp - A free, simple to use data standard that allows students to reuse their application information - including contact information, essays, transcripts, etc. - from one scholarship application to another thereby streamlining the college scholarship application process.

Scholly – A mobile app that provides students with a fast and simple way to find scholarships for college. (Created by Christopher Gray, a Coca-Cola Scholar!)

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Fastweb – Create a profile and let fastweb do the research on scholarships, internships colleges and more for you.

CashCourse – Information that helps college students stay financially informed.

Common Knowledge Scholarship Foundation – Educational and scholarship opportunities for students of all levels.

Cappex – A free website where you can learn which colleges want you, before you apply and learn about more than $11 billion in merit aid scholarships.

Scholarships.com– A free college scholarship search and financial aid information.

Scholarship America – Provides information and resources for your scholarship search.

KnowHow2GO – Complete information on college prep, whether in middle school or seniors.

HS Finder (Hispanic Scholarship Fund) – Scholarship information for Latino students.

Thurgood Marshall College Fund – Provides scholarships, programmatic and capacity building support to the 47 public Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Gates Millennium Scholars – Provides outstanding low income African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any discipline they choose.

Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund – The nation’s largest non-profit organization devoted to providing college scholarships for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI).

American Indian College Fund – Provides Native American students with scholarships and financial support for the nation’s 33 accredited tribal colleges and universities.

Dell Scholars Program – Recognizes academic potential and determination in students that have a definite need for financial assistance.

UNCF – Awards 10,000 students each year through 400 scholarship and internship programs so that students from low- and moderate-income families can afford college tuition, books and room and board.

Chegg – A place to connect with scholarships and learn about colleges.

Reagan Foundation Scholarships - Scholarship opportunities for outstanding student leaders.

Goizueta Legacy Scholarship - Provides scholarships for the children of Coca-Cola employees.

American Indian Graduate Center & AIGCS - The largest scholarship providers to Native students in the United States, awarding $15 million in scholarships annually and more than $200 million since inception. For almost 50 years, AIGC has funded students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in any field of study at any accredited institution of choice, working with over 500 tribes in all 50 states.