Scholarship Information

& Deadlines

$ Scholarship Applications are either available in the Guidance Office or can be accessed by going to scholarship websites listed below.

$ The scholarship file is located outside of Mrs. Higgins' office.   It contains all current scholarship applications and materials that the Guidance Office has received.  PLEASE let a staff member in the Guidance Office know if you are taking the last application from the file so we can make more copies for other students.  Thanks and GOOD LUCK!

 

$ IF THE SCHOLARSHIP HAS ONLY THE MONTH THE SCHOLARSHIP IS DUE, WITH NO DEADLINE DATE LISTED, IT MEANS THAT OUR GUIDANCE OFFICE HAS NOT YET RECEIVED THE CURRENT INFORMATION ON THAT PARTICULAR SCHOLARSHIP.

$ Please check this page frequently as scholarship opportunities and deadline dates are updated on a regular basis

AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

The American Legion provides information about scholarship opportunities for veteran's dependents through their "Need A Lift" publication.  To access this document on the web, you can go to: www.needalift.org.  You can also order this booklet ($3.00 plus $1.95 shipping and handling) by calling toll free 1-888-453-4466 or by ordering from: The American Legion, Emblem Sales, P.O. Box 1050, Indianapolis, IN 46206.  Our Guidance Office also has one copy of this publication, which can be signed out overnight.

 

$  ATTENTION LIBERTY PARTNERSHIP STUDENTS:  SUNY POTSDAM, SUNY CANTON, CLARKSON UNIVERSITY AND ST. LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY OFFER STUDENTS IN THIS PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS.  PLEASE SEE THE LIBERTY PARTNERSHIP COORDINATOR FOR MORE INFORMATION.

The Pepsi-Cola Company has selected Madrid-Waddington Central School to receive the Tuition Funding Sources (TFS) program for the 2009-2010 academic year.  It is a private website that contains the world's largest scholarship base.  Login information is available in the Guidance Office.  The link to register is: www.TuitionFundingSources.com.

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October

AES Engineers Scholarship: AES Engineers will be awarding $500 to the winner (s) of this scholarship.  Students must submit an essay on one of the two topics that appear on the scholarship page of their web site:  http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm.  Full details are on the site.  Deadline date to apply is October 6, 2009.

Coca Cola Scholarship Program- Open to well-rounded high school seniors from every type of community across the nation.  Applicants will be evaluated on the following: Demonstrated leadership in school, Commitment to community; Academic achievement; Part-time employment.  250 scholars will receive awards (50 students will receive $20,000 and 200 students will receive $10,000). To apply, go online to www.coca-colascholars.org by October 31, 2009.  You will need to know your GPA, class rank and your high school code.  Madrid-Waddington's high school code is: 332-970.  If you have any questions, please check in the Guidance Office for clarification (We also have a summary sheet in our scholarship file to assist you in completing the online form).

November

Anthology of Poetry Inc.-  The publishers of the Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans offer students the opportunity to submit their poetry for possible publication.  The goal is to foster the development of creative expression in young  people.  Submissions must be mailed no later than November   There are specific guidelines/requirements for the poetry, and that information is available in the Guidance Office.  You can also access the web site, which is:  www.anthologyofpoetry.com.

Elks Scholarships:  The Elks Scholarship applications can be downloaded by going to www.elks.org/enf/scholars.        

The Elks National Foundation Leadership Scholarship: This scholarship is for high school seniors.  Students do not need to be the child of a member of the Elks to be eligible for this scholarship. The scholarship amount is $1,000 or more.  Deadline to apply for this scholarship is November 2, 2009.

The New York State Elks Association $1,000 Scholarships: Applications are available only for children or step-children of living or deceased Elks who are presently (or at the time of death), members in good standing in an Elks Lodge in the State of New York. Deadline to apply for this scholarship is November 2, 2009.

December

AXA Achievement Scholarship- The AXA Achievement Scholarship in association with U.S. News & World Report awards a total of $670,000.  Ten National winners will receive $25,000 and 42 State winners will receive $10,000.  To qualify, you must demonstrate: Ambition and drive, determination to set and reach goals, respect for self, family and community and the ability to succeed in college.  For more information about this scholarship program, go to:                   www.axa-achievement.com .  Deadline date to apply is December

First Amendment Essay Contest 2007- The New York Press Association Foundation is sponsoring its second annual First Amendment essay contest for 11th and 12th graders.  This contest is designed to foster knowledge and understanding of the First Amendment.  The first prize is $10,000.00; the second prize is $250.00 and the third place is $100.00.  For complete contest details, visit the "What's New" page of the NYPA website at www.nynewspapers.com. Deadline for entries is December

January

Air & Waste Management Association (Central New York Chapter) 2010 Scholarship Program:  This award is for high school seniors or for current college students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs.  Eligible students must be enrolled in a science or environmental-related degree track.  Students must also either be residents of or going to a college in the Central New York Chapter region (Jefferson, Lewis, Herkimer, Oneida, Oswego, Cayuga, Onondaga, Madison, Otsego, Chenengo, Cortland, Tomkins, Tioga, Broome, and Delaware Counties).  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office, and must be postmarked no later than January 20, 2010 to be eligible.

AT & T and BBB Science and Technology Scholarship:  This scholarship recognizes college bound students in their senior year of high school who intend to pursue a career in technology and/or science.  Students must currently attend a high school located in the 50 county Upstate NY service territory and have a commitment to pursue a bachelor of science degree (4-year degree) at an accredited college or university.  Student will be selected based on academic excellence, community involvement, recommendation letter and on the merits of their essay.  The award amounts are $1,000, $2,000 and $3,000.  Applications will be accepted from November 17th until January 16th, and the M-W Guidance Office has application materials at this time.  Full application details are also available at www.bbb.org. Deadline date to apply is January (Applications must be postmarked by this date to be considered).

Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Scholarships: There are several DAR scholarships including: the NY State DAR Scholarship which is designed to financially assist deserving high school seniors (MALE OR FEMALE) in acquiring a higher education in a college or university in NEW YORK STATE; the Damaris Smith Desimone Scholarship which is a one year scholarship expected to be in the amount of $1,000.00.  This scholarship is designed to financially assist deserving young people who plan to major in United States History at the college level; the Helen and Arnold Barben Scholarship Fund which is designed to financially assist deserving young WOMEN in acquiring a higher education with a view to their becoming better prepared for life and citizenship.  Since the Madrid-Waddington School District can only send on one application for each of the DAR scholarships, applications must be received by the M-W Guidance Office no later than Wednesday, January

Student of Integrity Award:  Sponsored by The Better Business Bureau and is designed for high school seniors who are interested in pursuing secondary education.  Two awards will be given to the High School Seniors who best exemplify the ethical standards set forth by the BBB and its members.  The scholarship amount is $2,100. Applications will be accepted from November 17th until January 16th, and the M-W Guidance Office has application materials at this time.  Full application details are also available at www.bbb.org. Deadline date to apply is January  (Applications must be postmarked by this date to be considered).

AAA Travel High School Challenge- More than $100,000 in scholarships and prizes will be awarded to students in 9th through 12th grade.  The challenge begins with an online quiz.  The top five scorers in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia will then take a 40-question written exam.  The top scorer will be named the state champion and advance to the national contest.  For more information, please visit www.aaa.com/TravelChallenge. Any student who is interested must enroll at the website noted above before JANUARY

Alcoa Foundation Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program 2006- For graduating seniors planning to enroll in a 2 or 4 year college/institution in the U.S.  Parent must be an eligible Alcoa employee.  Selection criteria includes academic achievement/potential, leadership ability, character and volunteer/community service.  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office.  Applications must be received by Alcoa by January

Better Business Bureau "Student Integrity Award"- This award is open to high school students who plan to attend and accredited college or university in the Fall of 2008.  Two students who reside in the Upstate New York area will each receive a $1,000.00 scholarship.  The winners of this scholarship will be students who exemplify  the Bureau's standards of ethics and integrity.  Students must write an essay about an ethical dilemma they have faced.  The deadline date for this award is January

Elks Legacy Awards:  Applicant must be a son or daughter (stepson or stepdaughter) or grandson or granddaughter of an Elk who has been a member in good standing since April 2007.  The Elks National Foundation is offering $4,000 scholarships - $1,000 for each year of college.  High School seniors are eligible.  Applicant must have taken the SAT or ACT by December of senior year.  It is also strongly suggested that the applicant be a member in good standing of the senior class with a strong grade point average, good standardized test scores and strong participation in extracurricular activities. THIS SCHOLARSHIP IS NOT BASED ON FINANCIAL NEED.  This application must be done online by January 8, 2010.  To access the application, go to: www.elks.org/enf/scholars.

Empire State Potato Growers, Inc. Scholarship- Applicant must be a NYS resident pursuing an agricultural-related area of undergraduate study (i.e. Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Crop & Soil Sciences, Entomology, Food Sciences, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Economics) at a college in NY State.  Scholarship will be awarded ($500.00 per year) based on area of study, academic achievement and leadership abilities.  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office or can be downloaded at www.nypotatoes.org. .  Application deadline is January 15, 2010 (must be postmarked!). Materials must be received by the M-W Guidance Office by January 13, 2010.

IEEE: Charles A. Strom Engineering award: This award is available to a high school senior who demonstrates outstanding talent in engineering related math and sciences. This student must be planning to enroll in a 2 or 4 year college in a related field of electronic, electrical or computer engineering. Applications are now available in the Guidance Office.  The completed application must be returned to the selection committee by January 22, 2010.

New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA), Inc. Scholarship- A total of six $1,500 scholarships will be offered as follows: Two (2) to children of  NYWEA members; Two (2) to students enrolled at a college or university where there is a NYWEA student chapter (we have a list of participating colleges in the Guidance Office); Two (2) to high school students who will be enrolled in an environmentally related program in a four year college or university.  Examples of some of the environmentally related programs include, but are not limited to: Environmental Engineering; Civil Engineering with and environmental minor; Chemical Engineering with an environmental minor; Hydrogeology with an environmental emphasis and Biology or Microbiology, with an environmental emphasis. The deadline date for all these scholarships is January 21, 2010.   See Mrs. Higgins if you are interested in this scholarship opportunity.

New York Water Environment Major Scholarship: A 4-year scholarship totaling $10,000 will be awarded to a student who plans to enroll and graduate from a BS or BE full-time program with a focus on environmental issues (such programs as those noted in the above NYWEA Scholarship).  Completed applications must be postmarked no later than January 21, 2010.

Sam Walton Community Scholarship: This scholarship is a non-renewable $1,000 scholarship for a student's first year of undergraduate study and is available on-line.  Students need to logon to www.walmartfoundation.org to apply.  See the website for general guidelines and scholarship opportunities for associates and children of associates. The deadline for entry is January

Washington Crossing Foundation Scholarship Awards:  Information about this scholarship (and the application information) is available at www.gwcf.org. The scholarship is designed for high school seniors who are planning a career in government service.  In addition to the application and essay, a letter of recommendation from either the high school principal or the guidance counselor is required.  The deadline date to have application materials returned to the Guidance Office is January 11, 2010.

February

American Military Retirees Association/Sergeant Major Douglas R. Drum Scholarship:  Scholarships are awarded to qualified applicants at the discretion of the Scholarship Committee.  Those eligible for a scholarship are current members of the American Military Retirees Association (AMRA), their spouses and dependent children, and their grandchildren who are in a full-time two or four year undergraduate degree-granting program at an accredited college or university.  The Scholarship must be used for tuition and books.  Criteria for evaluation and award of a scholarship are the student's educational achievements, leadership abilities, character, citizenship, and community service.  Completed application materials are due in the Guidance Office (M-W) by February 23, 2010.

Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York, Inc.: "Ned Carter" Scholarship is available to 3 high school seniors who are pursuing a two or four year degree related to community service (Nursing, Social Work, Health Related Services, Teaching, Librarian, etc.) . The student must be related to or be a Firefighter in an affiliated member organization of the Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York and must reside in New York.  Applications are available at www.firedistnys.com or from the Guidance Office.  Deadline for applications to be received in guidance is February

Best Buy Scholarship:  For students in grades 9-12 who are involved in volunteer community service or work experience.  Applicants need solid grades.  One thousand scholarships of $1,000.00 each will be awarded.  To apply, visit www.bestbuy.com/scholarships or www.at15.com.   Deadline is February 15, 2010.

Burger King Scholars Program:  Applications for this scholarship are currently available online until February   To be eligible, students must have a grade point average of 2.5 (approximately 77 on a 100 point scale); work part-time an average of 15 hours per week, 40 weeks per year; be actively involved in community service activities; demonstrate financial need and plan to enroll in an accredited two/four-year college, university, or vocational/technical school by Fall of 2009.  Log on at www.bk.com/scholars to apply.  The guidance office has an informational sheet outlining the requirements.  Remember the deadline date is February , and you must apply online.

Cargill Community Scholarship Program: Administered by the National FFA Organization, 350 scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to college-bound seniors.  Scholarships are available to students who live in Cargill communities (our school is eligible for this program).  Students are selected based on academic achievement and leadership in extracurricular and civic activities, and do not need to be a member of the FFA.  A signature from a Cargill employee on the application is required to apply.  The facility students must visit to get a signature for the application is the Cargill Animal Nutrition Plant, 19 Starbuck Street, Gouverneur, NY  (PHONE: 800-962-0505).  This is the student's responsibility.  Applications are available online at www.cargill.com (keyword: scholarship) and www.ffa.org. The application deadline is February 15, 2010.

KFC Colonel's Scholars Program:  This scholarship is dedicated to assisting students with financial need who plan to pursue a bachelor's degree at a public institution within their legal state of residence.  To qualify the student must be graduating in this academic year; must have a minimum high school average of 2.75 (80); must be enrolling in a public, in-state college or university and must be pursuing a 4-year degree (starting at a 2-year college is acceptable).  Applications can be completed online at www.kfcscholars.org.  The application is available from December 1, 2009 through February 10, 2010.                                          Deadline to apply is February 10, 2010.

National Co-op Scholarship Program/Merit Scholarships:  This scholarship is designed for students with a high school average of at least a B+ (87), who have been accepted at one of the following colleges: ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY; C.W. POST CAMPUS OF LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY; PACE UNIVERSITY; ANTIOCH UNIVERSITY; DREXEL UNIVERSITY; KETTERING UNIVERSITY; UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO; NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY; JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY; UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office, and the postmark date is February

New York Water Environment Association (Central Chapter Scholarship Fund): Graduating high school students and current college students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate level programs may be eligible for scholarship grants of $1,000.00 or more.  Applicants MUST be residents of or going to college in the Central New York region.  Applicants must be enrolled in a degree track related to the environment such as biology, chemistry, engineering, etc.  Application forms are now available in the Guidance Office at Madrid-Waddington.  The deadline date to apply is February

Phi Delta Kappa International: William Lewis Prospective Educator Scholarship: Applicants must be high school seniors intending to pursue and education career or undergraduate students who are members of PDK and enrolled in an education program at a college or university.  This award is for $250.00 and the criteria used to select PDK's scholarship recipients are academic standing, written essay, letters of recommendation, and leadership activities.  The deadline date for this scholarship is February

The Zonta Club of Canton:  *Jean M. Coons Humanitarian Award:  This is available to a high school junior or senior who has participated in community service. A monetary award of $300.00 will presented by the Zonta Club of Canton to the winning candidate.  Deadline to have application materials returned to the Madrid-Waddington Guidance Office is February 25, 2010. 

The Zonta Club of Canton:* Young Women in Public Affairs (YWPA):  The local scholarship is in memory of Teddy Molnar, a former Zonta member.  The $250.00 award will be given to a senior woman who will enter a four year college and seek a career in policy making, government, or a volunteer organization.  The name of the local winner will be presented to the Zonta District 2 for consideration at the District level ($1,000.00).  If the winner wins at the District 2 level, the name is then forwarded to Zonta International for consideration for an ward of $3,000.00.  Eligibility for this award is as follows: Women who are pre-university or pre-college students (age 16-20) at the time of application and who demonstrate: evidence of active commitment to volunteerism, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements, evidence of international awareness and evidence of dedication to advancing the status of women worldwide. The Deadline for the application to be submitted to the Madrid-Waddington Guidance Office is February 25, 2010.

March 

AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) Chapter Scholarship: The St. Lawrence County Chapter 2831 of AARP is offering two scholarships of $200.00 each to qualified high school seniors.  Qualifications for eligibility include: Plans for higher education at a two or four-year college/university; financial need; high school grades and an essay. Additional information and applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline to apply is March 22, 2010.

Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union: Education Exchange College Grant: This scholarship is designed for a high school senior graduating in 2009 who will attend an accredited four-year college in the fall of 2009.  The applicant does NOT have to be a credit union member.  Applications are available at all Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union Branches.  Applications must be postmarked by March

Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union/Mohawk Valley Association of Independent Credit Unions Scholarship: This scholarship is a $1,000.00 scholarship.  To be eligible, the student must be a member (in good standing) at Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union.  The student must be matriculated or must be planning to attend a two- or four-year college.  A completed  application that includes a transcript, (2) letters of reference, and an essay must also be submitted. Deadline for applications to be postmarked is March

AM VETS Ladies Auxiliary Post 4 Scholarship: Applicant must be a son, daughter or grandchild of a current member of AM VETS Post 4 or AM VETS Ladies Auxiliary Post 4 and be a graduating senior who has been accepted to an accredited college or university.  Applications and additional information are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline to apply is 

American Legion Auxiliary has a number of scholarships available.  They include the Department Scholarship, the Department District Scholarship, the Past Presidents Parlay Student Scholarship/Medical Field, the Raymond T. Wellington, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, the 1st Lt. Michael L. Lewis, Jr. Memorial Fund Scholarship and the Helen Klimek Student Scholarship.  For more specific information about these scholarships, please check in the scholarship file in the Guidance Office.  The deadline to have all materials returned to the M-W Guidance Department is March

Association of Fire Districts of the State of New York, Inc.:  Availability of three $1,500.00 scholarships to NY State High School Seniors who will be graduating in June 2010. The student must be related to or be a Firefighter in an affiliated member organization of the Association of Fire Districts on the State of New York and must reside within New York State.  Scholarships will be awarded to young people who will be pursuing a post secondary career in the Community Service related areas of endeavor at either a two or four year college next year.  Applications are available online at www.firedistnys.com or in the Guidance Office.  Scholarships must be postmarked by March 6, 2010.

Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship: This scholarship is available to any high school senior (female) with an 85 average who will be attending college preparing for a teaching career. Applications and additional information are available in the Guidance Office.  Applications must be returned by March 1, 2010.

Dorothea Deitz Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship is available women students who are planning to major in Physical Education Teacher Education.  The scholarship will be awarded to three deserving students in the amounts of $6500, $5500, and $4500.  Women residing in New York State are eligible.  Scholarship is awarded on the basis of character, academic achievement, physical education competence, participation in athletics, qualities of leadership and financial need.  Application  forms may be requested from our Area Scholarship Chairperson in Watertown, NY, or the application can be downloaded at the following website: www.nysahperd.org .  For more information, please check in the Guidance Office.  The application forms must be returned to the Area Dorothea Deitz Memorial Scholarship chairperson (in Watertown, NY) by March 1, 2010.

Fort Drum Officers' Spouses' Club: Children or spouses of active duty, reserve or retired active duty military (officer or enlisted) members that will be enrolled in a full or part-time accredited degree program during the upcoming 2010-2011 academic year are eligible to apply. Applications are available in the Guidance Office and must be submitted by March 31, 2010.

Irish Festival Academic Scholarship: Available to any high school senior who is planning to attend college, or to students already attending college.  The award is in the amount of $1,000.00.  Applications and additional information are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline to have application materials returned to the M-W Guidance Department is March 26,2010.

Irish Festival Vocational Technical Scholarship Award: Available to high school seniors who plan to further their education in a Vocational-Technical field.  You must be a 2009 high school senior currently enrolled in a Career and Technical program at a BOCES center to meet the eligibility requirement. Deadline to have applications materials returned to the M-W Guidance Department is March 26, 2010.

Law Enforcement Scholarship: The Blue Knights International is a motorcycle group made up of law enforcement professionals with chapters throughout the United States, Canada and other countries.  The local chapter in our area is known as NY XXVII and covers St. Lawrence, Lewis and Jefferson counties.  A $100 scholarship will be offered to a graduating senior from each of the three counties.  The student must plan to attend an accredited college, university or technical school majoring in some facet of law enforcement.  The student will need to submit a typed essay explaining their future career plans, as well as how they will use the scholarship. The deadline date to submit the essay is March

New York State Academy of Family Physicians Scholarship: This scholarship is open to a high school senior with a desire to become a family physician.  Applications are available online at www.nysafp.org or in the Guidance Office.  Applications are due in the Guidance Office no later than

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the New York Water Environment Association: POSTER CONTEST FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 7-12!!  Posters must convey information about the importance of wastewater treatment plants. Details outlining the poster requirements are available in the guidance office.  Two $50.00 awards will be given (1 high school and 1 junior high); and other top students in the competition will receive $25.00.  The deadline date for the receipt of posters in March

New York Water Environment Association Capital Chapter R. Paul Farrell Jr. Scholarship: NYWEA is offering two awards of $1,000.00 each to students who plan to enroll in an environmental related curriculum (such as, but not limited to, biology, forestry, chemistry, engineering, and water/wastewater treatment). Awards will be distributed based on academic, extracurricular and community activities, references, and personal goals.  Additional information and applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Application deadline for materials to be returned to the M-W Guidance Office is March 30, 2010.

Northern New York Volunteer Firemen's Association, Inc.: Available to Northern New York firefighters, spouses, children or grandchildren of Northern New York firefighters.  Applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor or Associate degree program and be a full time student. Students who apply must be working towards a career in Fire, EMS, Public Safety or Community Services. Scholarships are renewable for up to four years of post graduate college.  Deadline to apply is March 15, 2010.

NSF John von Neumann Scholarships in Science and Mathematics: This scholarship is available to an senior student planning on attending SUNY Potsdam who has a Math Sat of at least 630, a combined SAT of at least 1130.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office or at http://cis.potsdam.edu/NSF. Deadline to apply is 

Price Chopper Supermarkets Associate Scholarship Program:  Ten scholarships will be offered to students who live within Price Chopper's marketing area.  Eight scholarships are for graduating high school seniors planning to attend college as fully matriculated, first year student for the Fall 2010 semester. The application procedures and criteria for each are described online at www.pricechopper.com . A student is eligible to apply to only one scholarship.  Deadline to apply for the 2010 Price Chopper's Golub Foundation Scholarships is  March 15, 2010.  BE SURE YOU HAVE ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION INCLUDING A TRANSCRIPT AND LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION...SO THAT IT IS RECEIVED BY THE SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE BY MARCH 15, 2010!

St. Lawrence County Trappers Association:  A $500 scholarship awarded to a high school senior and St. Lawrence County resident who will be attending college in a natural resource management curriculum. Application materials are now available in the guidance office. Deadline for applications is to be received in Guidance is March 26, 2010.

Scholastic Scholarship Contest: Describe an event or experience that had a positive influence on the way that you approach financial management.  Outline the most helpful thing you learned and describe how it led to the development of specific skills.  More than $35,000 in college scholarships will be awarded nationwide..  Visit www.scholastic.com/collegesuccess for more contest details and essay-writing tools.  Deadline date is March

Through the Looking Glass Scholarship (Scholarships for Students with Parents with Disabilities):  To be eligible, a student must be a graduating senior  planning to attend a two-year or four-year college in Fall 2010 and have at least one parent with a disability. A total of (10) $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded in Fall 2010.  For more information and to download an application, visit the following website: http://www.lookingglass.org/scholarships .  Deadline date to apply is March 1, 2010.

April

Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union/Donald DeVirgeles Memorial Scholarship:  To be eligible, a student must have an overall GPA of at least 80%; must plan to major in the math/business field; and must complete an essay describing why he/she is financially deserving of a scholarship.  Applicant does NOT have to be a credit union member.  This scholarship must be received in the Guidance Office by April 28,2010.

American Public Health Association (APHA) Get Ready Scholarship: This scholarship opportunity in the amount of $500 is open to high school seniors in the US graduating in 2009 who  plan to further their education at a college, university or certified trade school.  An essay describing the importance of emergency preparedness is required.  The Guidance Office has specific information about what is required for this scholarship essay, and the information must then be submitted by e-mail to mighty.fine@apha.org or by mail.  Essays must be postmarked by April

Canton Goldenaires Men's Barbershop Chorus Scholarship: This scholarship is designed for high school seniors in St. Lawrence County who plan to continue their education in music.  To qualify, students must have a history of involvement in music programs, they must be accepted to an accredited college to work towards a degree in Music Education (preference is vocal studies), and have approval/recommendation by the guidance office or school selection committee.  More information about the application process is available in the scholarship file in the guidance office.  Deadline to apply is April 1, 2010.

Charles B. Decker Memorial Scholarship: Eligible students must be a graduating senior from any high school in the North Country/ Adirondack region.  They must plan to be or currently be enrolled in a full time public or private university or college.  The student must also demonstrate a commitment to journalism.  Applications are available at www.generousact.org or in the Guidance office.  Application deadline is  

Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center Auxiliary Scholarships: There will be five (5) scholarships awarded this year for graduating seniors who will be entering the medical field.  Two scholarships will go to a graduating child or grandchild of an employee or of an Auxilian of Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center.  Two other scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors in an area school district, and the final scholarship is for an adult "non-traditional" student who is also an employee of Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center who has chosen the further his/her education. Scholarship materials are available in the Guidance Office. Completed applications must be postmarked by April 1, 2010.  Please return scholarship materials to the Madrid-Waddington Guidance Office prior to this date.

Dillingham, Jones and Cissel: Maurice T. Cissel Scholarship:  Available to high school seniors at Madrid-Waddington Central School who are planning to attend college.  Preference is given to students who reside in the Town of Waddington (other students are still eligible to apply).  Candidates should be involved in school and/or community service and must have maintained a high average in Social Studies throughout high school. Applications are available in the guidance office.  Deadline to apply is April 28, 2010.

Dr. U.R. Plante Medical Scholarship: Not for undergraduate students! Student must be a resident of St. Lawrence County for at least two years, and have been accepted by an accredited Medical School in the U.S. or Canada.  Student must also be willing to return North Country.  Applications and additional information are available in the Guidance Office or at www.generousact.org. .  Deadline to apply is April

Franklin-St. Lawrence NYSUT-UUP Retirees Scholarship: This scholarship is available to any graduating senior from Franklin or St. Lawrence County who plans to enter the field of education.  The scholarship award amount is $300.00.  Another scholarship of $300 will be awarded to a student who plans to teach either math or science (applicant must specify his/her interest in math or science on the application). Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline to have application materials submitted to the MWCS Guidance Department is April 7, 2010.

Greater Watertown Jaycee's "Emerge NNY" Scholarship: Two $500 scholarships will be awarded this year to any high school senior in Northern New York, who will be continuing his/her education after high school graduation.  Awards will be based on the student application, supporting information and an autobiographical essay.  Additional information and applications are available in the Guidance Office.  The postmark deadline for materials to submitted to the Greater Watertown Jaycees is Friday, April 9, 2010. 

Helen S. Randles/ United Helpers Scholarship: Scholarships of $700 each are available to high school seniors who plan to continue their education in one of the following  health care fields: Nursing, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietitian and Clinical Psychology. Applications are available in the guidance.  Deadline to have applications completed and returned to the M-W Guidance Office is April 20, 2010.

New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs and Showpeople's Association Scholarship Application: The NYSAAF and NYSSA scholarships are available to all students who are currently or have previously been active in as member fair.  Applicants must reside in the State on New York and be sponsored by a member Fair of this association.  Applicants must be planning to major in an agriculture or a related field. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline to have application materials returned to MWCS Guidance is April

New York State Lottery: Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship: A $5,000.00 scholarship award to be paid over four years to a graduating senior with at least a B average (80 or higher).  Qualifying students should have experience in extracurricular and community activities, and demonstrated leadership skills.  Only students attending a NY State accredited college, university, trade school or community college are eligible.  The deadline date for applications to be received in the Madrid-Waddington Guidance Office is April

New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal:  There are two scholarships available, ranging from $2,000.00 to $5,000.00.These scholarships are in memory of two people who were a part of this organization. The first scholarship is the Cristin Ann Bambino Memorial Scholarship.  This scholarship is available to a special education student who is college bound.  It is designed to reward a student for his/her perseverance in completing high school and pursuing a college degree.  The second scholarship is the Paul Jensen Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to a college-bound student who has demonstrated an inspired imagination and who has excelled in design in his/her high school career.  The goal of the scholarship is to reward a student who has shown interest and promise in design who is seeking an opportunity to pursue this path in college.  The deadline date for both scholarships to be postmarked is April 2, 2010.

Northern Zone Counseling Association Scholarship: Two scholarships of $300.00 each will be awarding to graduating seniors in the Northern Zone counseling area who plan on entering a counseling or strongly related field.  An essay, official high school transcript and a letter of recommendation from the guidance counselor is required.  Applications and additional information are available in the Guidance Office.  The deadline date for applications to be returned to the scholarship coordinator at Norwood-Norfolk is April 30, 2010.

P.K. Curtin Memorial Scholarship: (This scholarship will not be offered in 2008).This scholarship was established by McCadam Cheese to keep alive the memory, the values and the principles of Peter K. Curtin of Chateaugay, NY, who was a supervisor at the McCadam plant.  An annual scholarship in the amount of $2,500.00 will be awarded to a Northern New York  high school graduate meeting the eligibility criteria.  Eligibility requirements:  Graduate of a high school in Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Herkimer, Hamilton, Jefferson, Lewis, Oneida, Oswego and St. Lawrence counties; enrollment at an accredited two or four-year institution of higher learning; a member of the Northern New York Fireman's Association or the son or daughter of a current or deceased Northern New York Fireman's Association member, an active junior firefighter or an active member of a volunteer fire department Explorer Post, and, has provide volunteer service to his/her community with added credit given for service in the fields of fire/rescue service, agriculture or youth programs. 

St. Lawrence County Associations of Educational Office Professionals: Any senior who is planning on entering the business community in the capacity of office personnel (but may or may not be planning to attend college) is invited to apply.  Additional information and applications are available in the Guidance Office.  The deadline date for application materials to be returned to MWCS Guidance is April

Sergeant Chad Fuller Memorial Scholarship: This scholarship has been established to honor Sergeant Chad Fuller, who graduated from Potsdam Central School in 1998.  He was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2003, while serving in the United States Army.  The award is sponsored by the St. Lawrence Valley Trailblazers Semi-Pro Football Team, of which Chad was a member.  Both male and female senior year students from St. Lawrence and Franklin Counties of New York State are eligible to apply.  Applicants must plan to pursue a career in either Forestry or Veterinary Science at one of these schools: Paul Smith's College; SUNY Canton; Wanakena; Le Moyne College.  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline to apply is April

The Zonta Club of Canton: *Gwen Putnam Award: This is available to a deserving graduating senior with a distinguished academic record. This award will be presented by the Zonta Club of Canton. Deadline for applications to be submitted is April 30, 2010.

The Zonta Club of Canton:*Millie Post Scholarship: This is available to a graduating senior showing good leadership skills and dedication to service.. A monetary award of $300.00 will be presented by the Zonta Club of Canton to the winner of this scholarship. . Deadline to for applications to be submitted is April 30, 2010.

Waddington Health Building, Inc.  Scholarship available to any high school senior planning to pursue an education in the healthcare field.  Applications and additional information are available in the Guidance Office.  Deadline to apply is April 30, 2010.

"Will to Win" Scholarship: This scholarship is sponsored by Schering-Plough for a high school senior with asthma.  Students must have achieved a level of excellence in one of the following areas: performing arts, community service, athletics, visual arts or science, and must plan to attend college in the fall.  Eligible students must also have a high school GPA of 90 or above.  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office and the deadline date for completed materials to be returned to Guidance is April

May

Agati Laborers Union- Local 322:This scholarship is available to any student who is a son, daughter, or spouse of an active, retired or deceased member of Local 322.  Student must be planning to pursue higher education, have a record of academic achievement.  Financial need will be considered. Applications and additional information are available in the guidance office.  Deadline to apply is May

Daniel Parker Rose Memorial Scholarship:  The "Daniel Parker Rose Memorial Scholarship" is available to any Madrid-Waddington senior who will be pursuing full-time enrollment at a 2 or 4-year college after graduation.  Dan was a graduate of Madrid-Waddington Central School and Elmira College.  He followed a road of his own creation and became a leader and role model to many on this personal journey. He loved life, his family and friends, athletics, nature, community and music.  More information is available in the Guidance Office.  The deadline date for this scholarship is May 3, 2010.

David Moriarty Memorial Scholarship:  David was a 1977 graduate of Madrid-Waddington who was employed by IBM. This award is designed for a student at Madrid-Waddington who has excelled in computer/business courses while in high school and/or for a student who plans to continue his/her education in a computer related field.  Application forms are available in the Guidance Office. The deadline date to apply is May 5, 2010.

Denise L. Hotaling Scholarship: Seaway Valley Dietetic Association of Central New York:: A scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior within St. Lawrence County who is entering a Health Care Field.  The scholarship is anticipated to be between $200 and $300.  Application materials are due in the Guidance Office by May  

Donald J. Connor Scholarship: The Madrid-Waddington Teachers Association awards one scholarship each year in memory of Donald Connor, teacher, educator , and long time Administrator of the MWCS District.  His death in 1979 was a loss to the whole educational community of the district, and the teachers award this scholarship for Mr. Connor's endless contributions to the education of the children of Madrid-Waddington.  This scholarship will be awarded to a college-bound senior deemed worthy of financial assistance.  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office. The deadline date for this scholarship is May

Fulton Chapter #515 Order of the Eastern Star: A scholarship in the amount of $250 will be awarded to one senior who has shown himself/herself to relate well to others in his/her family, community and school.  An application and essay are required.  Applications are currently available in the Guidance Office.  The deadline date for this scholarship to be returned to the Guidance Office is May 14, 2010.

Nichole Davis Scholarship:  There will be two scholarships (one for a Lisbon Central School Senior and one for a Northern New York Senior) offered in memory of Nichole Davis, who went through life with the daily challenge of Cystic Fibrosis. Nichole always wore a smile, and she impacted many people in a positive way through her appreciation for life.  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office and must be postmarked by May 3, 2010.

Jane M. Klausen Women in Business Scholarship:  Awarded to women studying business at the undergraduate level who have demonstrated outstanding potential in the field.  Sponsored by the Zonta Club of Canton.  The Guidance Office has not received information about this scholarship yet this year.

Louisville Lions Club: This scholarship is available to any high school senior who lives in the town of Louisville.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Application deadline is May.

Miss Thousand Islands Scholarship/Pageant- This pageant is open to any young woman between the ages of 17 and 24.  To qualify, applicants must be single, and live, work or attend school/college within the franchise area of the Thousands Islands, which includes Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence Counties.  For more information about the pageant and scholarship, a brochure is available in the Guidance Office.  If you are interested in applying, you must contact Sue Pilon at (315) 782-3992 to have an application forwarded to you.  The closing date for all applications with a photograph, and a copy of a birth certificate is May

Neil T. Grasso Scholarship:  The Madrid-Waddington Teachers Association awards one scholarship each year in memory of Neil T. Grasso.  Neil was a sixth grade teacher in the Waddington Elementary from September 1968, until 1989.  He was both a teacher and a coach to the students of Madrid-Waddington.  This award honors a deserving senior who has exhibited scholastic abilities, and has contributed to the student body of the Madrid -Waddington Central school by participation in extracurricular activities.  Application materials are available in the Guidance Office. The deadline date for this scholarship is May

N. Y. State BOCES Media Technology Association Memorial Scholarship-   The intent of the memorial scholarship is to provide a scholarship in the amount of $1,000.  The scholarship is intended for students enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program in a New York State college leading to a degree or certification.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Scholarship Deadline is 

New York State Retired Teachers' Association, Inc.: Scholarship available to any high school senior who plans to pursue a degree in education.  Applications and additional information are available in the guidance office.  Completed application is due to the Northern Zone NY State Retired Teachers' Association by May,

Northern New York Builders Exchange Scholarship: Graduating seniors planning to study a construction related major in college are eligible to apply for this scholarship.  Examples of college majors that are applicable include: Civil Engineering Technology; Construction Engineering Technology; Industrial Technology; Air Conditioning Engineering Technology; Electrical Engineering Technology and Mechanical Engineering Technology.  Applications for this scholarship are available in the Guidance Office.  The deadline to have materials returned to the guidance department is May  in order to be sure materials are received by the Northern NY Builders Exchange office by May

Potsdam Hospital Guild Scholarship:  This is a one time award of $1,000.00 that will be awarded to a hard-working student who is interested in the health care field and who has shown commitment to the community through service, work ethic and character.  Candidates must have an 80+ average, and must be planning to attend an accredited school in a medically related field. Applications must be submitted to the M-W Guidance Office by May to meet the Hospital's May  deadline!

SeaComm Federal Credit Union Scholarship: SeaComm will award scholarship funds to eight area college bound students.  The student or parent must be a member in good standing of the SeaComm Federal Credit Union. To be eligible, you must be a college bound student with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of  85 or above.  You must provide proof of enrollment at an accredited college and maintain full time status for a minimum of two semesters.   You must submit a composition of no more than 250 words on the topic: "What impact will the financial decisions you make now have on the rest of your life". Additional information is available in the Guidance Office or online at www.seacomm.org. Deadline to return application materials to the M-W Guidance Office is May 5, 2010.

St. Lawrence County Scholarships for Professional Education in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Optometry and Veterinary Medicine: This program provides an opportunity for any student pursuing a professional career in dentistry, nursing, optometry and veterinary medicine at approved schools within the United States. PRE-PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.  Additional material is available in the Guidance Office. Deadline for completed application materials to be submitted to the Scholarship Committee in Canton is May

St. Lawrence School Food Service Association Scholarship: Available to any high school senior planning to pursue a career in food service in St. Lawrence County.  The scholarship is based on financial need, college potential, personality, scholarship, character, initiative, and class standing. Deadline to apply is May

Seaway Festival (Ogdensburg International) Princess & Queens Pageant: Girls in grade 6-12 who are interested in participating in the Seaway Festival Pageant on June 9th can pick up applications in the Guidance Office.   Entrants must display a talent presentation, and there is a $10.00 non-refundable entrance fee.  Winners will be required to fulfill their duties by appearing at Seaway Festival events that the committee deems appropriate, during the week of July -July .The deadline for applications to be submitted to the Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival Committee is May

Warthogs M/C St. Lawrence Chapter: Law Enforcement Scholarship: This scholarship of $500.00 will be awarded to a graduating senior in St. Lawrence County who will be furthering his/her education in the field of Law Enforcement.  Scholarship information is available in the Guidance Office.  Materials must be returned to the Guidance Office by May (so the scholarship committee will receive the information by May).

June

George M. Dickson Memorial Scholarship- This scholarship is made possible through the generosity of Waddington native, George M. Dickson, and administered by the Waddington United Methodist Church.  Scholarships are awarded to area students upon review of all applications, and areas that are considered include character, achievement and financial need.  The application deadline is June

St. Lawrence County Magistrates Association:  Roger Favro Scholarship:  Any St. Lawrence County student seeking enrollment at an accredited college or university in a law related field with a high school grade point average of 85 or above is eligible to apply for this scholarship.  A high school transcript, a recommendation letter, and an essay of 150 to 500 words on why their chosen field is important to the legal system and why they chose it, is required to apply.  Application information is available in the Guidance Office, and the postmark deadline date is June

 

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INDIVIDUAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

 

Alfred State College Scholarships:

     For information on scholarships specifically for SUNY Alfred, follow this link to their web page.  www.alfredstate.edu 

Alfred University:

    For more information on scholarships specifically for Alfred University, follow this link to their web page:  www.alfred.edu 

Canisius College Scholarships:  

     A list of multiple scholarships available to students interested in Canisius College is available in the Guidance Office.

Cazenovia College Scholarships:

   For information on scholarships specifically for Cazenovia, follow this link to their web page.  www.cazenovia.edu 

Elmira College:

   Several scholarships are offered through the Financial Aid Office at Elmira College.  You may contact their financial aid office at (607) 735-1728 or finaid@elmira.edu

Johnson & Wales University:

   Chancellor's Scholarship program for high academic achievers.  For information on this and other scholarships call 1-800-DIAL-JWU.

Paul Smiths Scholarships:

    For information on scholarships specifically for Paul Smiths, follow this link to their web page.  www.paulsmiths.edu 

SUNY Brockport:

    For information on scholarships specifically for SUNY Brockport, follow this link to their web page.  www.brockport.edu 

Ithaca College:

    For information on scholarships specifically for Ithaca College, follow this link to their web page.  www.ithaca.edu 

www.WeeklyScholarshipAlert.org- This website will send you and your parents 1-5 scholarship notices each week.

 

Ongoing Application Acceptance: 

Household Finance Corporation and Beneficial Scholarship: Student must be a HFC or Beneficial customer, or dependent of a customer in good standing.  Acceptance of scholarship applications is an ongoing process, and will be processed upon receipt.  Applications and additional information are available in the guidance office.

 

 

 

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