-- March 2021 -- Scholarship Newsletter Framingham High School
Please see scholarships due during or after March 2021 below!
A number of additional scholarships are also listed on Naviance!
To access scholarships posted on Naviance, please follow the instructions below:
1. Log-in to w ww.naviance.com [zip code is 01701] → sign-in using your ‘Students and Families’ account 2. Click ‘Colleges’ in the top right corner of your home page 3. On the ‘Colleges’ drop-down tab, click ‘Scholarships and Money’ 4. Select “local scholarships” at the top the new page 5. Explore and apply!
HOW DO I APPLY? ↓↓↓↓↓↓↓ The type of application a scholarship uses is listed at the bottom of the name/description. Please be aware of the directions below for how to submit scholarships:
Scholarships with PRIVATE APPLICATIONS: Scholarships with private applications should be submitted to the address and/or email indicated on its unique application, which can be found in this newsletter and/or on Naviance.
Scholarships using the FHS APPLICATION: Scholarships using the FHS application should be emailed to Mrs. Erikson, College & Career Counselor, at [email protected]. Copies of the FHS application can be found on Naviance; the essay topic can be found in the black box at the top of the application.
If a scholarship uses an FHS application, it should be submitted to Ms. Erikson on ONE EMAIL that includes the application and the essay as a PDF ATTACHMENT, with the s cholarship name as the subject line.
Scholarships with FHS APPLICATION
The Bennie Ottaviani Service Award ($300) -- Due March 15, 2021 Sponsored by the FHS Parent-Teacher Booster Organization, this is awarded in honor of Officer Ottaviani, a member of the Framingham Police Department. The recipient should be an FHS senior who has supported the FHS community in an unselfish manner, and who has made an "enthusiastic and outstanding contribution to FHS." The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Charles W. Hickson Memorial Scholarship ($5,000) -- Due by March 15, 2021 Awarded to an FHS senior who will attend a 4-year college and who has demonstrated integrity and has diligently applied him/her to his/her studies and career goal. Preference is given to those seniors with financial need. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Community Recycling Awards Scholarship (TBD) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to 1 or more seniors with a passion for the environment who will major in Environmental Studies (or a related science) at a 4-year college or university. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
The Connor R. Neshe Scholarship ($5,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 The Connor R. Neshe Scholarship is in memory of Connor Neshe, a 2019 Framingham High School graduate. During his time at FHS Connor was an integral part of the Men’s Tennis Team, robotics team, and served as a tutor at the ADC. He was known for his kind and generous spirit. These are some of the qualities that are being looked for in candidates for this scholarship. The Connor R. Neshe Scholarship also requires that students be attending a school for a helping profession, with preference for physical therapy or athletic training, which Connor planned to study at Springfield College before tragically passing in fall 2019. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
DCU Scholarship for FHS Students ($2,500 for 4 FHS seniors) -- Due by March 15, 2021 The DCU Way: People come first. Do the right thing. Make a difference. When in doubt, choose that student. Awarded to seniors who have served as a positive member of the FHS community. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Dr. & Mrs. Matthew L. Herz Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated both excellence in science and a commitment to school and community. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Edward F. Convery Memorial Scholarship ($1,500) -- Due March 15, 2021 Open to graduating seniors who will pursue a degree in education, history, or religious studies. Preference given to seniors who will attend a Mass. State college or university and who demonstrate financial need. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Edwin Alexis Marin Scholarship ($1,000 awarded to 3 students) -- Due March 15, 2021 Three scholarships awarded to seniors of Latino heritage. Applicants should have one or both parents (or grandparents) born in a Spanish-speaking country in Latin America or the Caribbean. In your essay for this application, please answer the following: What obstacles or challenges have you overcome in life and/or in school, and how did you accomplish this? Of what are you the proudest regarding your academic growth? The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Eleanor M. & James L. Brophy Scholarship ($15,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 This scholarship was created in 2014 by Eleanor and James Brophy. They were longtime residents of Framingham and were interested in helping students discover their potential. Upon their deaths they established a scholarship for the benefit of students from Framingham in order to allow them to continue their education and success after graduation from high school. The award is given to a graduating senior who has attained solid academic performance and achievements and who is also deserving of financial assistance in order to realize their potential at
a college or university of higher learning. Candidates must have attended all four years at Framingham High School. Given the generosity of this scholarship candidates must submit an application essay discussing their strong academic performance and accomplishments, their financial needs as well as any obstacles overcome during their four years at FHS. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Framingham Administrators’ Association Award ($500) -- Due March 15, 2021 Preference given to students with family members in the FAA. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Frank Barbieri Jr. Memorial Scholarship (TBD) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to an FHS senior who plans to be a teacher, preferably of history. Candidates should have demonstrated strong willingness to learn, to help others, and be caring individuals. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Honey Dew Donuts Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 For a student who will attend an accredited 4-year college or university, maintains a B- or better, participates in local community/charitable activities, and who meets the general requirements as determined by Framingham Public School's scholarship committee. Preference will be given to a Honey Dew Donuts employee. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
James Carey Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a student who will major in a field related to health and/or physical education (this does not include nursing or medical majors). The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Jane Shapiro Chafetz Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 For an FHS senior who attended Dunning School and has demonstrated need. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Jon N. Provest Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 The Jon N. Provest Memorial Scholarship will be given to a student in need, who displays strong artistic merit and who intends to attend a college for Fine Art or some other closely related creative post-secondary pathway, and who will be graduating during this school year. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Kathleen Connolly Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a graduating senior who will pursue a four-year degree on a full-time basis at a Massachusetts state university. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership and financial need. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Karen Foran Dempsey Scholarship (TBD) -- Due March 15, 2021 Born and raised in Framingham, Karen Foran Dempsey spent her entire life advocating for equality for those with disabilities, and most recently served as Districts School Committee Member. She experienced a challenging physical disability from her early years and never let it impede her living life to the fullest, as she used her experience to advocate vigorously for all people to have equal access and equal opportunity. Sadly, Karen died suddenly at the age of 54 on December 24, 2020. The selected student shall be a Framingham High School student with a physical disability who seeks to continue their education after graduation. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Lauren Elizabeth Walsh DuBois Memorial Scholarship ($3,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Lauren Elizabeth Walsh DuBois was a lovely, quiet, smart, young woman who was loved by many. She loved reading, history, cooking and playing World of Warcraft. During her time at FHS, Lauren was an active member of the GSA program. This program was very important to her and she enjoyed being part of a group of students focused on ensuring equal treatment for all. Lauren’s family will proudly award this scholarship to a college-bound, FHS senior student graduating during this school year who participated actively in FHS’ GSA program. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Lauren Elizabeth Walsh DuBois Photography Scholarship ($3,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Lauren Elizabeth Walsh DuBois was a lovely, quiet, smart, young woman who was loved by many. She loved reading, history, cooking and playing World of Warcraft. Most of all, Lauren loved to apply her passion for photography to everything, during her time at Framingham High School and beyond. Lauren’s family will proudly award this scholarship to a college-bound, FHS senior student graduating during this school year who will be pursuing photography as a minor or major at the college they will be attending. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Mary R. Ciccolo Memorial Scholarship ($500) -- Due March 15, 2021 This $500 scholarship is intended for a current Framingham High School student, who plans on attending a four year college this fall, and who was a former Walsh Middle School (Framingham, MA) student. In the essay, the student should choose one of the available prompts and write a brief (maximum two pages) essay. Available prompts: 1) If you could design a college curriculum, what would it look like? Describe the overall theme, some potential classes, and the expected outcome. 2) If you could retake one high school class, as a do over, which one would it be and why? 3) Tell me about your favorite teacher. What made this person so memorable in your education? The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Uses **S PECIAL* * FHS scholarship application on Naviance**
McCarthy Elementary School Scholarship (TBD) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a senior in good academic standing, with financial need, who attended McCarthy Elementary. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Michelle Chouinard Memorial Scholarship ($1,250) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a motivated, hard-working student with and interest in math or excellence in math, who has participated in extracurricular activities and/or sports. The student should be a caring, perceptive individual who looks out for the welfare of others, and who has perhaps organized and encouraged participation in activities for the benefit of others. The recipient may also plan to enter the teaching profession. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Middlesex Savings Charitable Foundation Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated a commitment to his/her studies and community involvement and that has financial needs. The recipient should have demonstrated, during their high school years, the courage and perseverance to significantly improve their academic performance and make positive changes to his/her life. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Normanei Rocha Scott Memorial Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 The scholarship is awarded to a former Woodrow Wilson, and current FHS, student for $1,000 . The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Paresky, Flitt & Co. LLP, Academic Book Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a senior who will pursue a Bachelor's degree in Business. The scholarship payment will be made to the student upon proof of registration for the second semester of his/her freshman year. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Peter Furlong Vocal Performance Scholarship ($300) -- Due March 15, 2021 A graduating senior with plans to pursue a college degree in vocal performance and demonstrates great aptitude, passion, and drive for a career in music. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Regina Henneberry Scholarship Fund ($1,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Graduating female student who is going to a 4 year college to major in English with the hopes of pursuing a career in teaching at the high school level. Students must have a B average and submit an essay stating why she feels that she is eligible for this scholarship. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Representative Deborah Blumer Memorial Scholarship ($2,500) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a female immigrant student who has demonstrated a strong commitment to social justice and community service. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Richard J. Kropp Memorial Scholarship ($600) -- Due March 15, 2021 For a senior in the top 25% of the class, who will attend a 4-year college, who is active in extracurricular activities, and who has served the community in some capacity. Preference should be given to a student who has faced any unique personal challenges. The FHS APPLICATION can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Sharon Galligan Memorial Scholarship ($2,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 For a senior who has demonstrated academic capability, financial need, and service to school and community. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
St. Mary’s Credit Union Scholarship Award (3 awards of $500) -- Due March 15, 2021 Students who have exhibited scholarship achievement, leadership ability and community service that demonstrate financial need. The scholarship will be awarded to those who will be continuing their education on a full time basis at an accredited institution. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Urban J. Wright Scholarship ($2,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to an FHS senior who ranks in the top half of his/her class, who has leadership qualities, and who plans to pursue a career in a science-related field. Student MUST include the school they plan on attending in their application. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School Scholarship ($500) -- Due March 15, 2021 For a former student of Woodrow Wilson Elementary School who will attend a college or technical school. "HOW DO YOU FEEL YOUR EXPERIENCES IN THE DIVERSE COMMUNITY OF FRAMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL PREPARE YOU FOR THE COLLEGE JOURNEY AHEAD? HOW HAS YOUR EXPERIENCE AT WOODROW WILSON SHAPED YOU INTO WHO YOU ARE TODAY?" The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Uses **S PECIAL* * FHS scholarship application on Naviance**
Wright Charles Scholarship ($2,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 Awarded to a senior who plans to pursue a career in a technology-related field, who ranks in the top half of his/her class, and who has leadership qualities. The student MUST include the name of the school they plan on attending in the scholarship application, as the scholarship check will be paid directly to the college the recipient plans to attend. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Eurie A. Stamps, Sr. Memorial Scholarship (TBD) -- Due April 15, 2021 This will be a scholarship to be awarded to a graduating senior who identifies as a person of color, and who has participated in sports in high school on the Varsity level for two or more years, and who will be attending an accredited two or four year college or a vocational/technical program after graduating from Framingham High School. The student should embody the spirit of Eurie A. Stamps, Sr. by having demonstrated a spirit of giving, community involvement and mentorship, and concern for at-risk students and families. It is intended that this scholarship will be an annual program. The recipient must identify as a student of color and must have participated in social advancement activism for similarly situated students, through participation in non-athletic socially motivated extracurricular activities, such as the Black Student Union, Asian Student Association, Environmental Awareness Club, GSA/Gender and Sexuality Alliance, LEA (Latinas en Acción), Model UN, SIM (Student Immigration Movement) Club, Student Government, or a similar club which considers or involves itself in issues of social/racial equity. The recipient must have participated in varsity sports on the high school level for at least two years in one or more sports. If the recipient is to be a graduate of the Thayer Campus, the above varsity or extracurricular activity criteria may be substituted for the student being considered a Group or Team Leader, or displayed mentoring behavior towards other students. The application can be found on Naviance ( www.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **FHS scholarship application**
Kerri Chipman Memorial Scholarship (TBD) -- Due April 15, 2021 This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating FHS Senior who has a genuine interest and care for others. This Senior should be a self- motivated, hard-working student with leadership qualities. This award is not limited to a 2 or 4-year educational experience, but the award can also be applied to any post-secondary pathway that enhances the recipients personal growth goals. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Uses **S PECIAL* * FHS scholarship application on Naviance**
Local Scholarships with PRIVATE APPLICATIONS
Paul V. Thorp FTA Education Award (TBD) -- March 17, 2021 Established in 2018 to honor a life’s work dedicated to education, the Paul V. Thorp Scholarship Fund was created to assist students with a desire to enter the field of teaching. The applicant should be a graduating senior have a desire to pursue a science/teaching major in higher education, strive for academic success, and
show leadership among his/her peers. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Framingham Teachers Association Education Award (TBD) -- Due March 22, 2021 For a senior who has overcome some personal and/or academic difficulty, and has displayed perseverance in striving to become "the best he or she can be." The amount is to be determined. Parents DO NOT need to be FTA members. This is open to ALL FHS seniors. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
The A. James Lavoie Essay Scholarship with Middlesex Bank ($5,000) -- Due March 26, 2021 To be eligible for the A. James Lavoie Scholarship, applicants must demonstrate financial need, academic achievement, and community involvement. They must also plan to attend a four-year college program, and graduate from one of the many public, charter, or vocational high schools in t he communities we serve. The winner is selected from among eligible applicants by an independent committee on the basis of strength and quality of submitted essays. The application can be found online here: https://www.middlesexbank.com/About/Community-Involvement/Giving-Back/Charitable-Foundation
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Kevin Flynn Doherty Memorial Scholarship (TBD) -- Due March 29, 2021 This scholarship is given in memory of Kevin Flynn Doherty who died in a tragic accident while he was a student at Framingham North High School. Kevin’s mother, Barbara Defino, a teacher at Hemenway Elementary School for over 30 years bequeathed the money for this scholarship when she passed away in 2014. Kevin was a wonderful, caring, young man, who had many friends. He loved the outdoors, including boating, waterskiing, and soccer. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
The Rebekah Assembly of MA: Indep. Order of Odd Fellows ($1,000) -- Due March 30, 2021 Awarded to seniors who plan to further their education by attending a two-year or four-year college. Important that all of the following information must accompany this application: 1) statement of needs of a scholarship 2) 1 adult personal letter of reference from outside of school 3) two educational letters of reference 4) academic/scholastic record
from your high school 5) personal statement explaining your goals, financial status, members of your family, etc. Mail applications to: Maryanne Worth, 14 Somerset LN, Nantucket, MA 02554 The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Asia Rahman Memorial Scholarship Fund ($600) -- Due March 31, 2021 Two $600 dollar scholarships are available to high school seniors entering a 2 or a 4 year college in Fall, 2021. The Fund is administered by New England Bangladeshi American Foundation Inc., a non-profit and charitable organization promoting diversity, equality and justice for all. The application can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKaA3twPsTnxULMpLINo17D5oPN43paeoo80PFnYhJSXA dXg/viewform
→ * *Private, o nline application**
Christa McAuli e Regional Charter Public School Scholarship ($500) -- Due March 31, 2021 Awarded to a senior who graduated from the McAuliffe Charter School who plans to pursue a degree beyond a high school diploma. The recipient will be selected based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, community service, recommendations, and the application essay. Submit electronic applications to CM [email protected] or paper applications to Christa McAuli e Charter School Attn: Meghan Martin PTG Scholarship Committee 139 Newbury Street Framingham, MA 01701 The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com) , in the College & Career Center, or here: h ttps://forms.gle/zgi5iK3TfZQx29oCA
→ **Private application**
Rotary Education Fund of Framingham (10 scholarships of $4,300) -- Due April, 1 2021 Awarded to seniors who have taken actions in their community that demonstrate service to the community. Ten scholarships of $4,300 each. They give preference to students who include a resume with their applications even though they don't ask students to submit one. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Gillian Tara Shor Memorial Scholarship ($1,500) -- Due April 9, 2021 The Gillian Tara Shor Memorial Scholarship was created in memory of Gillian Shor, a Framingham middle school student who died in the spring of 2000 following a 2 1/2 year battle with brain cancer. The Gillian Tara Shor Scholarship Committee is seeking a well-rounded student who exemplifies many of Gill's qualities, particularly her passion for activities like soccer, her enthusiasm and spirit, her kindness, her concern for others and the special knack she had for bringing people together. Applications should be emailed to e [email protected] or mailed to Eric Shor, 64 Valley Road, Needham, MA 02492 by 4/9/21. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Framingham Garden Club Scholarship (4 scholarships of $1,000) -- Due April 14, 2021 The Framingham Garden Club, Inc. is pleased to offer scholarships to graduating seniors who will be attending a post high school program that includes either a four-year, two-year or a certificate degree. Three $1000.00 scholarships will be awarded. These scholarships are open to residents of Framingham who will graduate from high school in June of 2021.The Framingham Garden Club, Inc. is looking for students who will be studying Environmental Sciences and related fields. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Barbieri Two-Way Scholarship Application ($1,000) -- Due April 15, 2021 To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be a current Two-Way Spanish student at Framingham High, who attended Barbieri Elementary School and is planning on attending a 2 or 4-year college in September 2021. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Grand Lodge of MA: Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America ($1,000) -- Due April 15, 2021 One principal award shall be made to a properly qualified music student and one to a properly qualified art student who intended to pursue their education in a recognized and accredited school. One principal award shall be granted to a properly qualified student planning to purse his or her education in a recognized and accredited vocational or technical school. A minimum of 4 scholarships shall be granted to properly qualified students, who are
residents of a state within the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. Postmark & Mail no later than 4/15/21 and mail to Charitable & Edu. Trust, OSDIA Attn: Scholarship Chairman, 93 Concord Ave, Belmont, MA 02478 The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Salvatore Palmieri Memorial Scholarship (2 awards of $1,000) -- Due April 15, 2021 Awarded to two English as a Second Language (ESL) students or former ESL students who will be the first generation in their families to attend a 2- or 4-year college and who have financial need. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Anesta H. Carey Memorial Scholarship ($750) -- Due April 16, 2021 The South Middlesex Chapter of MAIW, Inc. is again offering scholarships to two (2) qualifying seniors among all applications received from area high schools. Must be received in PO Box by FRIDAY APRIL 16, 2021: MAIW, Inc. South Middlesex Chapter, PO Box 3327, Framingham MA 01705 The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Esta Rita Smith Scholarship ($1,250) -- Due April 26, 2021 The Esta Rita Smith Memorial scholarship is a one-time award of $1,250 funded by the Potter Road Elementary School PTO. To be eligible you must be a former student of Potter Road School Elementary School, a graduating senior of Framingham High School or Keefe Tech and a current Framingham resident that is pursuing higher ed. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Marine Corps League Detachment #1037 Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due April 26, 2021 The MetroWest Marine Corps League Detachment #1037 Scholarship Program will provide an opportunity for advanced education by providing $1,000 for 5 MetroWest community schools each on a rotating basis. Each school will be notified the year when the scholarship will be available to them. These scholarships are open to all seniors who are entering an accredited college, university, or community college. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
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Herbert Fales Educational Trust Scholarship (TBD) -- Due April 30, 2021 The HERBERT FALES EDUCATIONAL TRUST Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to worthy and deserving students who are residents of those communities within ten miles of Framingham, MA. Bank of America, N.A., serves as Trustee. Consideration will be given to persons who wish to continue their education in public, trade or private schools, college or graduate schools. Please submit completed applications by email to: F [email protected] The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
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James E. McGarry Scholarship (Northern Bank & Trust) ($5,000) -- Due April 30, 2021 The scholarship honors Mr. McGarry, a former Woburn resident, for his 50 years of service to Northern Bank & Trust Company. It also pays tribute to his lifelong affinity for the fire and police departments in his community. Over the decades, Mr. McGarry served with the Woburn Auxiliary Fire Department, founded the Independent Fire Association of Woburn and was active with the Massachusetts Antique Fire Apparatus Association. He was also one of the founders of the Annual Lynnfield Fire Muster. Please email to m [email protected] or mail to: N orthern Bank & Trust Charitable Foundation, Inc. c/o Mary Elizabeth Mawn 275 Mishawum Road Woburn, MA 01801 The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Anthony J. Sannicandro Scholarship (Brophy School) (2 awards of $300) -- Due May 1, 2021 Awarded to 2 deserving high school seniors who attended Brophy Elementary for a minimum of three years and completed 5th grade at Brophy Elementary. Each applicant must complete an application, provide two character references, and a high school transcript. The application, references, and transcript, must be postmarked by 5/1/21. The application can be found on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or in the College & Career Center.
→ **Private application**
Athletic Scholarships
Daniel Stephen Lussier Athletic Scholarship (Up to $5,000) -- Due March 4, 2021 by 5PM This college scholarship is available to students from Worcester County, or from Natick or Framingham High Schools, who plan to study sports medicine, physical therapy, or a related subject in college and have been involved in community service. The deadline is March 4th at 5:00 p.m. Request your transcripts ahead of time! Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.greaterworcester.org/Scholarships/APPLY-HERE
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Rich and Chris Chesmore GFRC College Scholarship (2 awards of $500 each) -- Due March 31, 2021 The Greater Framingham Running Club (GFRC) is pleased to announce that we will be awarding two $500 scholarships to high school seniors, one male and one female who plan to continue running track, cross-country or recreationally while attending college. Eligible students, currently attend one of seven public high schools (Ashland, Framingham, Holliston, Keefe Tech, Natick, Lincoln-Sudbury and Wayland) in the MetroWest area. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
Please return your application with statements via email by March 31, 2021 to [email protected], o r by snail mail postmarked by March 31 to: Greater Framingham Running Club College Scholarship Program c/o Mr. Tim Conlin, 27 Mansfield Street, Framingham, MA 01702
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Framingham Baseball Scholarship ($2,000) -- Due April 1, 2021 Open to Framingham High School students in the class of 2020 or 2021 who participated in Framingham Little League or Babe Ruth baseball programs. With your application, please attach a one page essay on the impact that Framingham Baseball has had on you. Applications can be turned into Ms. Erikson at [email protected]. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
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George Wheeler Memorial Soccer Award (TBD) -- April 5, 2021 As a FHS Boys and Girls Varsity Soccer Coach, Coach Wheeler encouraged his players to work to their potential both on and off the field. Please discuss your interests and extracurricular activities and describe why you feel you are deserving of this award in his memory. This scholarship is awarded to 1 male and 1 female varsity soccer player. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
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Scott H. Pomerleau Scholarship in Honor of Halia Scott Bower ($500) -- Due April 13, 2021 We are very honored to be able to offer a scholarship to a Framingham High School Girls team swimmer or diver. We are excited to give back to a program, which has had such a positive impact on Halia and Framingham High School. The Swimming and Diving team provided life long lessons, which are invaluable. Coach Foley created a team culture, which built camaraderie, a solid work ethic, commitment, and respect. Halia was fortunate enough to have the support to strive for excellence because of this program. Halia and her Uncle Scott Pomerleau who the scholarship is named for also had the support of the school community in Waltham to achieve success in his diving career. As you can see Halia’s diving career has mirrored her Uncle. Halia will now carry on the tradition of diving at the University of Alabama. Swimming and Diving afforded both Halia and Scott great opportunities. We hope this scholarship will give opportunities to others as well. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
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Framingham United Soccer Club Scholarships (Four awards of $750) -- April 25, 2021
● Henry Politzer Memorial Scholarships ● Lori Vengrow Memorial Scholarships ● Jonathan Allan Memorial Scholarships ● Gillian Tara Shor Memorial Scholarships
The Framingham United Soccer Club and the Framingham United Boosters Club annually offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who have been players or referee members of FUSC and who will be attending an accredited two or four year college after graduation. This year, the amount awarded for each scholarship is $750 and are awarded in memory of four individuals. The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center. Please return your application by May 1, 2021 to: Chris Conley - FUSC Scholarship 18 Perry Henderson Drive, Framingham, MA 01701
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Framingham Youth Football & Cheerleading Scholarship ($500) -- Due April 30, 2021 For a senior at FHS, Marian, or Keefe Tech who participated in the football or cheerleading program, continued to participate at the high school level, and demonstrates a strong academic commitment. Applicants must submit a short essay on how their experience in the FYFC has benefited them throughout their high school career. Please submit by April 30, 2021 to FYFC PO Box 894 Framingham, MA 01701 The application can be found on Naviance (w ww.naviance.com ) or in the College & Career Center.
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Framingham Youth Lacrosse Scholarship (TBD) -- Due May 1, 2021 The Framingham Youth Lacrosse Program annually offers up to 4 scholarships (2 boys, 2 girls) to graduating high school seniors who will be attending an accredited two- or four-year college after graduation. Apply now on Naviance or visit w ww.framinghamyouthlacrosse.org Please return your application by May 1, 2021 to F ramingham Youth Lacrosse Scholarship Committee, PO Box 3554, Framingham, MA 01705
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PUBLIC Scholarships
Donald & Barbara Mozley Scholarship ($5,000) — Due March 15, 2021 The Donald and Barbara Mozley Scholarship provides financial support for students pursuing an engineering degree at an ABET-accredited college or university. Don Mozley was a renowned broadcast journalist who spent 62 years working for CBS Radio and KCBS/74 in San Francisco. Hired by CBS in 1942, Don covered such historic events as WWII, the atomic bomb tests at Bikini the presidential campaigns of Nixon and Eisenhower, and the Senate race of Robert Taft. He received the Excellence in Journalism Award from the Society of Professional Journalists' Northern California Chapter in recognition of his distinguished broadcasting career. In addition to news, Don's passion was cars and he spent much of his career covering automotive history in his features, "California Driver" and "Don Mozley's Auto Test". It is in the spirit of Don's love for cars that he established the Donald and Barbara Mozley Scholarship to support students pursuing degrees in engineering. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttp://students.sae.org/scholarships/mozley/
ITE Diversity Scholars Program (Up to $20,000) -- Due March 15, 2021 → This award is RENEWABLE! This program is open to any U.S. high school student of African-American; Native American, Alaskan, and Hawaiian; or Hispanic/Latino heritage with an interest in a career in transportation and seeking to study transportation engineering, planning, or in a related-field at a school with an established ITE Student Chapter. Preference will be given to first generation college students and low household income. Apply online at h ttps://www.ite.org/membership/diversity-scholars-program/?_zs=duSdl&_zl=gwJr1
Cirkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship ($2,500) -- Due March 31, 2021 Free to apply. Use cash for any educational purposes from books to summer camps. Deadline: March 31st, 2021. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.cirkledin.com/scholarships/?ref=counselor-scholarship- yer
Instapot Life ‘Zest for Cooking’ Scholarship ($650) -- Due April 1, 2021 For students who love to cook! Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://instapot.life/cooking-scholarship/
"Go Green, Help Save the World" Poster Contest ($1,000) -- Due April 1, 2021 The Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias sponsors an annual High School Poster / Visual Arts contest. It is open to any student enrolled as a Freshman (Grade 9), Sophomore (Grade 10), Junior (Grade 11), or Senior (Grade 12) in any Junior, Senior High, or Parochial School in the United States and Canada. Address to: Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias Poster Contest 458 Pearl ST, Stoughton, MA 02072. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.pythias.org/supreme/poster-contest
Prime Mailbox’s Women in STEM Scholarship ($500) -- Due April 5, 2021 Prime Mailbox's Women in STEM Scholarship is a $500 award open to female students interested in pursuing a career in STEM. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.primemailboxes.com/pages/scholarship
Mark Bavis Leadership Foundation Scholarship (Up to $5,000) — Due April 15, 2021 The Mark Bavis Leadership Foundation was created to help deserving young men and women excel in their quest to improve themselves, their school or their community. The scholarship is available to any high school student in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It is awarded on the basis of need, and is not academically based. In addition, the Foundation will give more serious consideration to those students who have made efforts to make a difference in their communities and/or have shown leadership qualities within their school or community. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttp://www.markbavisleadershipfoundation.org/?page_id=11
MA Broadcasters Association Scholarship ($7,500) -- Due April 16, 2021 The Massachusetts Broadcasters Association is committed to furthering the broadcast industry by helping Massachusetts best and brightest students pursue a career in broadcasting. Students who are permanent residents of Massachusetts and plan to or are enrolled at an accredited institution of higher learning are encouraged to apply for the MBAs Broadcaster Scholarship Program. The MBA awards scholarships annually in the amount of $2,500 to students pursuing a career in over-the-air broadcasting. In addition, a $5,000 is awarded in honor of the former President of the MBA, Al Sprague. Scholarships must be filled out completely and returned to the MBA by email to [email protected] and by mail to PO Box 857, Clark, NJ 07066. Applications MUST be postmarked or emailed by Friday, April 12, 2019 or they will not be considered. Incomplete or faxed applications will not be considered. Students' transcripts may be mailed separately. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.massbroadcasters.org/scholarship
The Student-View Scholarship Program (Up to $5,000) -- Due April 22, 2021 Since establishing their program in 2003, Student Insights has awarded nearly $180,000 in scholarships. Simply log-on to w ww.student-view.com and complete a 15-20 min application survey about colleges in your area to apply. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttp://www.student-view.com/ScholarshipWmap.html
The Elevated Boston Leadership Scholarship ($2,500) -- Due April 30, 2021 The Elevated Boston team is pleased to announce our first-ever Elevated Boston Leadership Scholarship. The Scholarship will consist of two $2,500 scholarships to students who have demonstrated exemplary leadership within their institutions and communities. The scholarship winners will be notified on June 1, 2021. Applicants must be enrolled in a Massachusetts College or University in an undergraduate or graduate program for the 2021-2022 school year. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.myscholarship.app/elevatedboston
Lieutenant June T. Murphy Scholarship (MAWLE) ($1,000) -- Due April 2021 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. All eligible candidates qualifications, achievements, etc. will be evaluated and rated in comparison to all the perspective applicants. The winner will be selected and awarded the scholarship by late spring of each year. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://mawlemembership.org/the-lieutenant-june-t-murphy-scholarship/
The AFCEA Educational Scholarships (various) (Up to $3,000) -- Deadlines vary in April 2021 The AFCEA Educational Foundation has six general categories of scholarships available for undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled and attending full time at four-year colleges or universities in the United States and living in the United States. The scholarship program criteria cover the upcoming school year.
● Educational Foundation and Chapter Scholarships Ch apter Scholarships ● Education Foundation Scholarships ● Educational Foundation Program Requirements ● Colonel Kathleen Swacina Scholarship ● ROTC Scholarships ● STEM Major Scholarships ● Robert Howell Memorial Educational Fund
Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.afcea.org/site/?q=foundation/scholarships
SILA Foundation Scholarships ($2,500) — D ue TBD April-May 2021 The SILA Foundation is active in providing access to scholarships and grants through the following programs: Post Secondary College Scholarship, the Bruce Saenger Course Grant, and the Footprint Project Profile. Apply now by visiting h ttp://www.silafoundation.org/scholarships/post-secondary-college-scholarship/
Stephen Phillips (Up to $15,000) — Due April 2, 2021 The Stephen Phillips Memorial Scholarship Fund offers renewable, four-year scholarships to students with financial need who display academic achievement, a commitment to serving others (in school, their community, or at home), a strong work ethic, and leadership qualities. Awarded to seniors with financial need who display academic excellence, a commitment to serving others (in school, the community or at home), a strong work ethic, and leadership qualities. Applicants must be permanent residents of New England with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.The award is renewable for up to four undergraduate years providing there is continued financial eligibility and the student maintains (in college) a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://phillips-scholarship.org
Pureland Supply Skilled Trades Scholarship ($1,000) — D ue May 1, 2021 Pureland Supply has been selling high quality replacement projector lamps to various universities, schools, and government entities since 1997. We understand the importance of skilled trades in our society and appreciate those who learn and perform specific trade, craft or labor occupations. The $1000.00 Pureland Supply Scholarship is available to students who have been accepted to an accredited trade school, vocational college, technical school or community college for the study of trade, craft, or labor occupations. Recipients are chosen on their ability to describe how their chosen trade or field plays an important role in today’s world and why this is the path they have chosen. Apply now by visiting h ttps://www.purelandsupply.com/t-scholarship.aspx
Society of Women Engineers Scholarship (Over $1,000) -- Due May , 2021 The SWE Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to those who identify as a female/woman and are studying community college, baccalaureate, or graduate programs in preparation for careers in engineering, engineering technology and computer science. In 2020, SWE awarded nearly 260 new and renewed scholarships valued at over $1,000,000! Apply now by visiting h ttps://scholarships.swe.org/applications/login.asp
Charles Elliot II Scholarship ($500) -- Due May 5, 2021 The Metropolitan Area Planning Council annually presents a scholarship award in memory of Charles W. Eliot II. Mr. Eliot was an advocate of local planning as part of regional cooperation, and he was especially interested in land use planning as it affected transportation (coordination of trains, buses, cars, bicycles, and pedestrians), the need for communities to balance residential, business, and open space, and the role of planning to solve modern problems (like today’s climate change). This scholarship is open to any senior in a secondary school in the 101 cities and towns of the MAPC region, who is planning to further his/her/their education in these fields. A cash prize of at least $500 will be awarded in the form of a scholarship to the school of the recipient's choice. Applications for this award must be submitted by email as an attachment to [email protected] with the subject Charles W. Eliot II Scholarship, or mailed to Charles W. Eliot II Scholarship, Metropolitan Area Planning Council, 60 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111 no later than Wednesday, May 5, 2021. Award will be made in late May at the MAPC Annual Meeting (to which the winning student is cordially invited to attend). Apply now on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or visit https://www.mapc.org/about-mapc/legal-notices-meetings/
Full Circle Scholarship (Up to $15,000) — *OPENS 2/1/21 - Due May 31, 2021 The American Indian College Fund provides support to American Indian and Alaska Native college students seeking undergraduate and graduate degrees at tribal colleges, and other nonprofit, accredited schools. Application opens February 1st, and Awarding Deadline is May 31st. Apply now by visiting h ttps://collegefund.org/student-resources/scholarships/scholarship-programs/
PB&J Scholarship (Up to $1,000) -- Due May 31, 2021 For students who have experienced personal challenges that may not have allowed them to perform well academically (High GPA is not needed to qualify!). Apply now on Naviance ( w ww.naviance.com) or visit b it.ly/pbjscholarship2021
NDTA Scholarship Program ($1,000) -- Due June 1, 2021 The Foundation annually awards scholarship money to high school or college students pursuing an education in logistics, transportation, or passenger travel. Three scholarship programs are available to NDTA members and
their nancial dependents pursuing the study of logistics, transportation, supply chain, physical distribution, or passenger travel services:
● Academic Scholarship Program A is for currently enrolled college students ● Academic Scholarship Program B is for soon-to-be high school graduates, accepted at an accredited institution ● Academic Scholarship Program C is for currently enrolled, distance learning college students
Applications are due by June 1st each year to Leah Ashe via email, l [email protected]; apply now by visiting https://www.ndtahq.com/about-us/education/ Simmons & Fletcher Marketing Scholarship(s) ($1,000) -- Due July 1, 2021 ● E xcellence in Ethics Scholarship: The Excellence in Ethics Scholarship is for law school students. Applicants are to write an essay explaining why pro-bono work is so important and the ways in which pro-bono work can help the community. For more details, visit the scholarship page here. ● C hristian Studies Scholarship: As a Christian law firm, we value faith-based education. We are offering a scholarship to students who are studying faith-based curriculum in college. For more details and submission instructions visit the Christian Studies Scholarship page h ere. To see the essay question and apply visit h ttps://www.simmonsand etcher.com/law-marketing-scholarship/
Emergency Dentists USA Video Scholarship ($1,000) -- Due July 1, 2021 At Emergency Dentists USA we understand the value of a strong education. That is why in 2020 for the fifth time we’re going to be offering an Annual $1,000.00 Dental themed scholarship, to students of all majors, college or high school. The deadline will be July 1st each year. The scholarship will be a video submission, we’re looking for short, less than 2 minute long videos that focus on entertaining us, while being creative and innovative with your ideas! The field of dentistry already gets a bum rap as far as fun-ness! We want to up the FUN quotient by evaluating the video submissions for the scholarship on these qualities. For video details and to apply visit h ttps://www.emergencydentistsusa.com/dental-scholarship/
Discover Student Loans Scholarship Award ($5,000) -- Due January 31, 2022 Sign up for emails to get helpful college tips and resources, and enter for the chance to win a scholarship! Throughout the year, 12 eligible students or parents will be randomly selected to win a $5,000 Discover® Student Loans Scholarship Award to help cover college expenses. Apply now on Naviance or visit https://scholarship.collegecovered.com/?acmpgn=E_EAW_CSEM_BM_X_BMHS2
Scholarships for Students who are Undocumented and/or not Citizens of the United States
The Dream U.S. National Scholarship (Up to $29,000) — February 25, 2021 We think of our National Scholarship as the “Pell Grant” for highly motivated DREAMers with significant unmet financial need. While we consider your GPA and test scores, we place great emphasis on your demonstrated commitment to community service and your ability to overcome the barriers and challenges that DREAMers face each and every day. TheDream.US has adopted new immigration eligibility criteria! You are now eligible to apply if you came to the country before November 1, 2014. The National Scholarship Award will cover your tuition and fees up to a maximum of $14,500 for an associate degree and $29,000 for a bachelor’s degree, at one of our Partner Colleges. Please note, some Scholars may be eligible for an additional stipend of up to $4,000 (or $1,000 per year) for books, supplies, and transportation.The award is renewable each year – you simply have to meet the continuing eligibility criteria. Apply now by visiting Naviance or h ttps://www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/
MALDEF Scholarship Resource Guide ($$ Various) — Deadlines vary January - June 2021 MALDEF is pleased to provide you with this extensive list of scholarships, including many that do not inquire about immigration status or require a valid social security number. The overview of scholarships provided includes website links that you are advised to visit for more complete details as it is not practical to list every requirement of each scholarship. Please read through, or download, the information here and select scholarships that are applicable to you. As a general rule, if an application asks for your social security number and you do not have one yet, leave that space blank but fill out and turn in the otherwise completed application. Many scholarship awards can be processed with just the student’s name and address. If a scholarship specifically requests a SSN, ask if it is possible to submit an ITIN instead. Apply now on Naviance or visit h ttps://www.maldef.org/resources/scholarship-resource-guide/
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● www.fastweb.com ● www.unigo.com ● www.scholarships.com ● https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholraship-search ● www.collegecovered.com
● https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/ ● www.collegegreenlight.org ● www.collegeboard.org ● https://universityhq.org/paying-for-college/scholarships/#k12 ● https://www.ai-camp.org/free-lesson