Cambria County Schools
Available Scholarships
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
Marino Fulchiero Scholarship Fund
Marino Fulchiero Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a student attending Bishop Carroll High School. The scholarship winner is chosen by the school principal.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Corey Leech Memorial Scholarship Fund
Corey Leech Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund will provide a scholarship to a graduating senior from Bishop McCort Catholic High School who will be pursuing post-secondary education in the nursing field. If no students are eligible, then the scholarship may be awarded to a student who is studying any type of healthcare-related education. Apply online by April 21.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Galen Head, Jr. Scholarship Fund
Galen Head, Jr. Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to honor the memory of Galen Head, Jr., a former trainer with the Johnstown Chiefs Hockey club, and assist other local student athletes in pursuit of higher education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Hudec Family Scholarship Fund
Hudec Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for a senior Bishop McCort Catholic High School hockey player. If no seniors are eligible, the scholarship may be given to a junior.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Jim Miller Scholarship Fund
Jim Miller Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an annual scholarship award to the graduating valedictorian(s) at Bishop McCort High School pursuing a post-secondary education, established by Crown Investments Trust in memory of Jim Miller, a former Guidance Counselor at Bishop McCort High School.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Pete Duranko Scholarship Fund
Pete Duranko Scholarship Fund Provides a 4-year scholarship to a graduating male and female student from Bishop McCort Catholic High School who demonstrates outstanding character and notable athletic achievement. Apply online by April 21.
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is established by the daughters of Robert and Frances Hornick in honor of their parents. The fund will provide a scholarship to a senior from Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Richland, or Westmont Hilltop High School who intends to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any University of Pittsburgh campus in the fall semester after graduation. Apply online by April 21.
Sgt. 1st Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project
Sergeant First Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Johnstown Christian, Richland, Somerset Area, Westmont Hilltop, and Windber High School seniors who either have made a commitment to serve in the military or have a family member who is serving or has honorably served in the military. This scholarship was created by Richard and Jean Buchan in memory of their son, Sergeant Buchan, a Westmont graduate, who was killed in action in Iraq in July 2007. Apply online by April 21.
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for Sunnehanna Country Club employees, caddies, or children of Sunnehanna Country Club employees. The scholarship should be for post secondary education. To be eligible, the employee or caddie must have been employed for at least two years. Apply online by May 31.
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for a deserving, African-American male or female student from Greater Johnstown High School with financial support during their first year and second year of college. The award will honor students who excel in the classroom, model admirable leadership, and serve their community. Apply online by May 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Indiana County Fire Chiefs Association Student Scholarship Award
Indiana County Fire Chiefs Association Student Scholarship Award This fund provides scholarship awards in recognition of community service and volunteer work. Eligible applicants must reside in a first response area of a member fire department of the Indiana County Fire Chiefs Association. This opportunity is open to high school seniors, high school graduates who are currently in college, and non-traditional college students. Two scholarships of $500 each will be awarded and can be applied to education at a college, university, business, or trade school. Individuals who want to take EMT or paramedic training can also apply for the award. Apply online by March 17.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Joseph G. Hayes Family Trust Scholarship Fund
Joseph G. Hayes Family Trust Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for seniors from Blacklick Valley High School who plan to attend college and major in accounting and who demonstrate a strong academic performance by carrying at least a 94% grade average. They should also be active in both school functions and community activities. If there are no eligible students, consideration will be given to students who plan to major in a business-related field and students who carry at least an 85% grade average. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Rotary Club of Northern Cambria County Scholarship and Award Fund
Rotary Club of Northern Cambria County Scholarship and Award Fund This fund is to to provide scholarships to a graduating senior that has been accepted into a post-secondary educational institution by the time of the award. The awardee must reside in the Northern Cambria County Rotary Club's service area, to include but not exclusive to Northern Cambria, Cambria Heights and Harmony School Districts. Children of Northern Cambria County Rotary Club members are not eligible to apply. This fund shall also contribute to worthwhile local projects and supporters in northern Cambria County. For more details on this scholarship, contact the Northern Cambria County Rotary Club.
Anna Buffoni Award
Anna Buffoni Award The award is given to a senior female student at Central Cambria High School who best exemplifies the ideals presented in a quote by Albert Einstein: “The ideals which I care to use as beacons that shall show the way for me to serve my mankind towards higher objectives of humanness, are goodness, beauty, and truth. Goodness, in being kind and gentle to all. Beauty, in perpetual improvement in all that I touch. Truth, in all that I do.” All high school teachers and other high school employees may cast their vote for the female Senior whom they feel is best qualified to receive the Award. There is no application process to be qualified for the Award. The winner of the Award is any Central Cambria High School female Senior receiving the most votes. The candidate for the Award does not have to be planning to go to college to qualify for the Award.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Ryan James Kinley Memorial Scholarship Fund
Ryan James Kinley Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a high school senior at Central Cambria High School. Eligible applicants will have a GPA of at least 2.5 on 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
College in High School Scholarship Fund
College in High School Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide two $250.00 dual enrollment scholarships to two seniors attending Conemaugh Valley High School and an accredited institute of higher education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Conemaugh Valley Alumni Association Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Alumni Association Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship to graduating seniors from Conemaugh Valley High School who will be pursuing post-secondary education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Elbert and Lillie Mae Jones Scholarship Fund
Elbert and Lillie Mae Jones Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an endowment which will provide a scholarship to be distributed annually from the Fund, to a Conemaugh Valley High School or Greater Johnstown High School senior. The Greater Johnstown Minority Scholars Club will distribute the scholarship. In selecting a recipient of the scholarship, the criteria shall be an African American, average or better student, and attending an accredited post-secondary school. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Johnson Family Scholarship Fund
Johnson Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides an annual award to a graduating senior at Conemaugh Valley High School who plans to pursue post-secondary education at a trade, vocational, or technical school. This scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who best displays their motivation to succeed in their intended area of trade, vocational, or technical education. While a transcript is requested as a part of the application, the winner does not necessarily have to have the highest GPA. Instead, it will be awarded to a student who is well-rounded and passionate about their future education and career. Apply online by April 28.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
LivRed Foundation Fund
LivRed Foundation Fund This fund provides support for causes that educate, inspire, and encourage people to choose kindness, which celebrates the memory of Olivia Catherine Red, who was tragically killed by a drunk driver in 2018, including providing funding for the Side-by-Side Award, a scholarship to recognize outstanding individuals who dedicate their time to fighting indifference, intolerance, and injustice. Apply online year-round.
Masser and Yahnert Families Health Professions Scholarship Fund
Masser & Yahnert Families Health Professions Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a $500.00 scholarship at Conemaugh Valley High School to a graduating senior attending an accredited institute of higher education to pursue a career within the health care field. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is established by the daughters of Robert and Frances Hornick in honor of their parents. The fund will provide a scholarship to a senior from Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Richland, or Westmont Hilltop High School who intends to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any University of Pittsburgh campus in the fall semester after graduation. Apply online by April 21.
Sgt. 1st Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project
Sergeant First Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Johnstown Christian, Richland, Somerset Area, Westmont Hilltop, and Windber High School seniors who either have made a commitment to serve in the military or have a family member who is serving or has honorably served in the military. This scholarship was created by Richard and Jean Buchan in memory of their son, Sergeant Buchan, a Westmont graduate, who was killed in action in Iraq in July 2007. Apply online by April 21.
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for a deserving, African-American male or female student from Greater Johnstown High School with financial support during their first year and second year of college. The award will honor students who excel in the classroom, model admirable leadership, and serve their community. Apply online by May 1.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Journey Award Scholarship Fund
Journey Award Scholarship Fund The scholarship is available to Ferndale Area High School seniors with at least a 3.0 GPA who will be attending an accredited learning institution in the fall, with a preference given to business or technical schools. While GPA is a consideration, this scholarship will not necessarily be awarded to the applicant with the highest grades. Instead, it will be given to the student who shows that they have motivation, determination, and plan to follow a journey to success, as demonstrated the response to the essay question. Two awards of $500 each are available. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is established by the daughters of Robert and Frances Hornick in honor of their parents. The fund will provide a scholarship to a senior from Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Richland, or Westmont Hilltop High School who intends to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any University of Pittsburgh campus in the fall semester after graduation. Apply online by April 21.
Sgt. 1st Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project
Sergeant First Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Johnstown Christian, Richland, Somerset Area, Westmont Hilltop, and Windber High School seniors who either have made a commitment to serve in the military or have a family member who is serving or has honorably served in the military. This scholarship was created by Richard and Jean Buchan in memory of their son, Sergeant Buchan, a Westmont graduate, who was killed in action in Iraq in July 2007. Apply online by April 21.
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for Sunnehanna Country Club employees, caddies, or children of Sunnehanna Country Club employees. The scholarship should be for post secondary education. To be eligible, the employee or caddie must have been employed for at least two years. Apply online by May 31.
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for a deserving, African-American male or female student from Greater Johnstown High School with financial support during their first year and second year of college. The award will honor students who excel in the classroom, model admirable leadership, and serve their community. Apply online by May 1.
Arthur Gatty Scholarship Fund
Arthur Gatty Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship to Forest Hills High School Senior with a minimum GPA of 3.3 who plans to major in music. Contact your guidance counselor to learn more about this scholarship.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Carl and Anna Sherbine Elementary Education Scholarship Fund
Carl and Anna Sherbine Elementary Education Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an annual scholarship to benefit Forest Hills High School students continuing studies in elementary education. Contact your guidance counselor to learn more about this scholarship.
Claudia Mehall Memorial Scholarship Fund
Claudia Mehall Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for graduating seniors at Forest Hills School District. Eligible students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (out of a possible 4.0) and a strong history of community service and volunteer work. First preference is to award the scholarship to a student who will be majoring in the following fields that reflect the type of work that Claudia Mehall performed during her career at Forest Hills School District as the Supervisor of Special Education and School Psychologist: special education, psychology, social work, or a related field. If no students meet the field of study requirement, the scholarship should be awarded to the student whose community service and volunteer work most closely resemble the traits that Claudia displayed during her work: empathy, kindness, patience, and concern for others. Selection to be done by the Forest Hills scholarship committee using their knowledge of the senior class. There is no application process.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Don and Diane Bailey Scholarship Fund
Don and Diane Bailey Scholarship Fund This scholarship is available to Forest Hills High School seniors who succeed and lead in the classroom and when participating in sports and extracurricular activities. First preference will be given to applicants who are pursuing a major in an educational field, but if no students meet this requirement, then the scholarship can be awarded to a student pursuing a different major, as long as they have a 3.3 or higher grade point average and meet the rest of the scholarship criteria. Apply online by April 21.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Erin Hostetler Scholarship Fund
Erin Hostetler Scholarship Fund This fund was created in memory of Erin Hostetler, an outstanding student at Forest Hills High School. It provides a scholarship to a student in good standing who has exhibited high academic achievement during all of their high school years and has been accepted at an accredited four-year institution majoring in a medical related field or accepted at Penn State University with any major. Interest and participation in school clubs and sports activities is an equal consideration. The ability to achieve academically and participate in outside activities is a sign of maturity. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Erin Michael Bosworth Scholarship Fund
Erin Michael Bosworth Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to benefit the further education of a Forest Hills’ student pursuing the fine arts. The recipient shall be determined by a joint committee including the Forest Hills’ Art Department and the guidance counselor.
Forest Hills Alumni Association
Forest Hills Alumni Association The intent of this fund is to provide funds for a variety of projects at Forest Hills High School, including scholarships for students who will attend post-secondary schools, to honor distinguished alumni and to encourage alumni support of the district’s educational programs. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Forest Hills Distinguished Alumni Class of 2014 Scholarship Fund
Forest Hills Distinguished Alumni Class of 2014 Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a senior at Forest Hills High School. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale, have a 1000 or greater SAT score in math and verbal, be involved in two or more extracurricular activities, be accepted to an accredited 4-year college, and not be the recipient of any other Forest Hills scholarship. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Forest Hills School District Educational Endowment
Forest Hills School District Educational Endowment The intent of this fund is to provide resources for assisting the development of innovative educational programs that traditionally would not be funded through regular financial sources. Under the umbrella of the Forest Hills Education Endowment: Dr. Gerry Grant Operating Funds Dr. James McKay Athletic Field House. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Heather Alt Reininger Memorial Scholarship Fund
Heather Alt Reininger Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a $1,000 scholarship to a senior student at Forest Hills High School who plans to attend the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown with a major in elementary education. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Helene and Robert Krantzler Scholarship Fund
Helene and Robert Krantzler Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship for a scholastically worthy graduating senior of Forest Hills High School who desires to enter any accredited college or university. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Paul Keeney Scholarship Fund
Paul Keeney Scholarship Fund To provide an annual scholarship of $1,000.00 each year to a graduating senior of Forest Hills High School. The student should intend to pursue a college level degree in education, engineering, science or mathematics and shall have demonstrated a willingness to help others. This scholarship is created in memory of a very well respected and honored educator Paul Keeney of the South Fork-Croyle (currently Forest Hills) School District. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Rangers Becoming Rangers Scholarship Fund
Rangers Becoming Rangers Scholarship Fund To provide a continuous scholarship award to a Forest Hills School District graduating senior accepted to attend an accredited post-secondary educational institution to pursue a major related to preservation, protection, conservation, and/or management of parks, forests, open space, wildlife, natural or cultural resources, or the outdoor environment in general. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Walter E. Wood Scholarship Fund
Walter E. Wood Scholarship Fund Provides scholarships each year at Forest Hills High School until the total sum of the fund is expended. The scholarships shall consist of $1,000.00 to one graduating boy and $1,000 to one graduating girl for college, trade/vocational school or personal enterprise. Each recipient shall be from a single-parent family; if criterion cannot be met, the scholarship shall not be awarded in that year and funds shall roll over to the following year or until criterion in met. The funds shall be used only for scholarships and not for any other school projects and/or payment of district or school debts. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for a deserving, African-American male or female student from Greater Johnstown High School with financial support during their first year and second year of college. The award will honor students who excel in the classroom, model admirable leadership, and serve their community. Apply online by May 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Aaron Coyle Scholarship Fund
Aaron Coyle Scholarship Fund, The intent of this fund is to provide a $500 scholarship to a senior from Greater Johnstown High School in Aaron’s memory. Aaron’s strength of character and purpose in the way he lived his life shall serve as a model for candidates to encourage the connection between service and faith in our community. The award is presented to a senior whose life exemplifies the noblest of human values: faith, hope, love, and friendship, and in recognition of his or her willingness to give of one's time, energy, and talents to affirm the goodness of life. This is not an academic award. Apply online by April 21.
Academic Alumni Scholarship Fund
Academic Alumni Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Johnstown High School graduates who wish to further their education in a college, university or technical school. A group of teachers, both active and retired, established this fund in 1997. Caring graduates of Johnstown High School contribute monies for this fund. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Daniel and Marcia Glosser Fund I
Daniel and Marcia Glosser Fund I The intent of this fund is to benefit various local non-profits. This fund will also award a $1,000 scholarship annually to a full-time student at Greater Johnstown High School. The recipient of the Dan and Marcia Glosser Scholarship Award should be a student who exhibits excellence in studies, concern for others and one who is involved in some form of community service. A prime requisite of the student is a good moral character, evidence by a positive moral influence on others. The student must be one who works to the best of his/her ability and maintains a B average or better. With the foundation of an education in the Greater Johnstown School System, the student should be planning to further his/her education in a college, university, or a two-year trade school. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Dr. John Melleky Memorial Scholarship Fund
Dr. John Melleky Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship for a student at Greater Johnstown High School who resides in the Oakland, Walnut Grove, or Stonycreek Township areas, is pursuing a college education, and demonstrates financial need and academic potential. This fund was created by his daughter Susan Eastman as part of the 100 Families Project. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Elbert and Lillie Mae Jones Scholarship Fund
Elbert and Lillie Mae Jones Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an endowment which will provide a scholarship to be distributed annually from the Fund, to a Conemaugh Valley High School or Greater Johnstown High School senior. The Greater Johnstown Minority Scholars Club will distribute the scholarship. In selecting a recipient of the scholarship, the criteria shall be an African American, average or better student, and attending an accredited post-secondary school. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Eleanor and Carlton Haselrig Family Scholarship Fund
Eleanor and Carlton Haselrig Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is established by their children, to provide a scholarship to an outstanding senior member of the Greater Johnstown Minority Scholars Club pursuing a post-secondary education. Created as part of the 100 Families Project. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Genevieve Milkie Scholarship Fund
Genevieve Milkie Scholarship Fund This fund provides an endowment which will provide scholarship support for students pursuing voice study, music education, or related field from Greater Johnstown School District, Westmont Hilltop School District, or a member of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church in Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Jack Buchan, Sr. Trojan Stadium Award Fund
Jack Buchan, Sr. Trojan Stadium Award Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a Johnstown High School graduating football player who has demonstrated academic excellence, good character, sportsmanship, leadership, and financial need. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Janet Bala Anthony Scholarship Fund
Janet Bala Anthony Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a $500 scholarship to a graduating Greater Johnstown High School student intending to major in education with a concentration in English. Created as part of the 100 Families Project. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Jennifer Hege Demuth Memorial Scholarship Fund
Jennifer Hege Demuth Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to the graduating senior at Greater Johnstown High School that is ranked 10th in the class. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
JHS Interact Club Future Leader Scholarship Fund
JHS Interact Club Future Leader Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support for graduating senior Interact Club members at Greater Johnstown High School. Scholarships will be awarded to members who lead in the classroom and in the community. Apply online by April 28.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Johnstown Football Reunion Association Fund
Johnstown Football Reunion Association Fund The intent of this fund is to provide financial aid to graduates of Johnstown High School who participated in the football program as either a player, manager, or trainer and who intends to obtain a post-secondary degree or certificate from accredited educational institutions, with a preference being given to students of Pennsylvania-accredited institutions. Apply online by April 28.
Johnstown High School Class of 1950 Scholarship Fund
Johnstown High School Class of 1950 Scholarship Fund Provides an annual scholarship to a deserving senior of Greater Johnstown High School who plans to further his or her education in post-secondary studies (college, trade or technical school). The student must carry a C or better grade average and exhibit dire financial need. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Johnstown High School Class of 1955 Scholarship Fund
Johnstown High School Class of 1955 Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a $500 scholarship for one Johnstown High School student in good academic standing who participates in community service and has unmet financial need. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Johnstown High School Class of 1957 Scholarship Fund
Johnstown High School Class of 1957 Scholarship Fund This fund supports a $250.00 annual scholarship for senior students at Greater Johnstown Area School District who will be attending either the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown or Pennsylvania Highlands Community College. Winner will be selected by school district scholarship committee based on knowledge of student body.
Johnstown High School Class of 1959 Scholarship Award
Johnstown High School Class of 1959 Scholarship Award This fund provides scholarship support for the class salutatorian from the graduating class from Greater Johnstown High School to attend an accredited post-secondary institution of learning, not limited to a college or university.
Kamnikar Award Scholarship Fund
Kamnikar Award Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support annually for a graduating senior at Greater Johnstown High School. The scholarship will be awarded to the student who has the highest class rank according to GPA and has also lettered in a sport during their high school career.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
Loretta Stumpo Scholarship Fund
Loretta Stumpo Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to benefit a student from Greater Johnstown High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Margaret M. Mekis Scholarship Fund
Margaret M. Mekis Scholarship Fund This scholarship fund is to provide a Greater Johnstown High School graduating senior with a scholarship to attend a two or four year post-secondary accredited institution of their choice. The recipient of the scholarship will be a student who shows fairness in dealing with peers, shows a willingness to serve others and demonstrates a strong work ethic. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Marie and Frank Slabe Scholarship Fund
Marie and Frank Slabe Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to graduating students of Johnstown High School who will attend a four-year liberal arts undergraduate college/university with the intention of attaining a bachelor of arts degree. Eligible students should be in the top 10 percent of his/her graduating class and participate in school or community activities. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Marlene J. Sipe Scholarship Award Fund
Marlene J. Sipe Scholarship Award Fund Provides scholarship awards for deserving students from Greater Johnstown High School with unmet financial need who plan to attend the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is established by the daughters of Robert and Frances Hornick in honor of their parents. The fund will provide a scholarship to a senior from Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Richland, or Westmont Hilltop High School who intends to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any University of Pittsburgh campus in the fall semester after graduation. Apply online by April 21.
Robert E. and Theodore R. Shahade Scholarship Award
Robert E. and Theodore R. Shahade Scholarship Award This fund supports a graduating senior from Greater Johnstown School District, Westmont Hilltop School District, or a member of the St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church in Johnstown, with a scholarship award to attend the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 28.
Ron DiBuono-Don Gallucci Friendship Award Fund
Ron DiBuono-Don Gallucci Friendship Award Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a graduating senior from Greater Johnstown High School. The recipient shall be a student whose actions typify the friendship toward others that Ron DiBuono and Don Gallucci exhibited during their school, athletic, and professional careers, and especially towards each other. In selecting a student, it is the families’ wishes that the student be involved with school and outside activities and be a well-rounded-person who is caring toward others. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Ronald S. Rivera Scholarship Fund
Ronald S. Rivera Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a graduating senior of Greater Johnstown High School intending to major in the field of business. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Ryan Carosi Memorial Scholarship Fund
Ryan Carosi Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund was created in memory of Ryan Carosi, a Greater Johnstown High School graduate. As a Vocational Honor Society inductee, Ryan received many other appropriate vocational accolades while further sharpening his skills as a high school craftsman. It would also be here where he would realize his true potential of doing what he loved and turning it into a career of his own. With the continued support from his family and friends, Ryan would go onto graduate from Pennsylvania College of Technology in 2004, but he would frequently reflect back on his experiences at JHS as a major stepping stone in making his passion his profession. It provides an annual scholarship to a graduating senior from Greater Johnstown High School who will be pursuing post-secondary vocational or technical education. Apply online by May 10.
Sgt. 1st Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project
Sergeant First Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Johnstown Christian, Richland, Somerset Area, Westmont Hilltop, and Windber High School seniors who either have made a commitment to serve in the military or have a family member who is serving or has honorably served in the military. This scholarship was created by Richard and Jean Buchan in memory of their son, Sergeant Buchan, a Westmont graduate, who was killed in action in Iraq in July 2007. Apply online by April 21.
Steve J. Terebus Fund
Steve J. Terebus Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to benefit a senior from Greater Johnstown High School. The recipient of this scholarship should be in good scholastic standing, have a demonstrated talent in some form of athletics, be in need of financial help and intend to further his or her education following high school. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for Sunnehanna Country Club employees, caddies, or children of Sunnehanna Country Club employees. The scholarship should be for post secondary education. To be eligible, the employee or caddie must have been employed for at least two years. Apply online by May 31.
Trojan College Access Fund
Trojan College Access Fund Provides scholarships to students committed to furthering their education beyond high school, thus enhancing their future. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Walter F. Mitchell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Walter F. Mitchell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a graduating senior at Greater Johnstown High School, Richland Area High School or Turkeyfoot Area High School who intends to pursue a career in electrical engineering at a four-year accredited school and who meets certain criteria: a grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale, participation in extra-curricular school activities and community activities, and demonstrates financial need. If no electrical engineering student applies, then the award will go to a student in financial need. Apply online by April 21.
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for a deserving, African-American male or female student from Greater Johnstown High School with financial support during their first year and second year of college. The award will honor students who excel in the classroom, model admirable leadership, and serve their community. Apply online by May 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Delvin L and Nancy J Lockard Scholarship Fund
Delvin L. and Nancy J. Lockard Scholarship Fund This fund provides scholarship support to two graduating seniors at Northern Cambria School District who plan to pursue post-secondary education, one in a business field and the other in a trade or technical field. Preference will be given to those fields, but if no students meet the criteria, the selection committee has the ability to choose a deserving student studying any field.
Indiana County Fire Chiefs Association Student Scholarship Award
Indiana County Fire Chiefs Association Student Scholarship Award This fund provides scholarship awards in recognition of community service and volunteer work. Eligible applicants must reside in a first response area of a member fire department of the Indiana County Fire Chiefs Association. This opportunity is open to high school seniors, high school graduates who are currently in college, and non-traditional college students. Two scholarships of $500 each will be awarded and can be applied to education at a college, university, business, or trade school. Individuals who want to take EMT or paramedic training can also apply for the award. Apply online by March 17.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Rotary Club of Northern Cambria County Scholarship and Award Fund
Rotary Club of Northern Cambria County Scholarship and Award Fund This fund is to to provide scholarships to a graduating senior that has been accepted into a post-secondary educational institution by the time of the award. The awardee must reside in the Northern Cambria County Rotary Club's service area, to include but not exclusive to Northern Cambria, Cambria Heights and Harmony School Districts. Children of Northern Cambria County Rotary Club members are not eligible to apply. This fund shall also contribute to worthwhile local projects and supporters in northern Cambria County. For more details on this scholarship, contact the Northern Cambria County Rotary Club.
Ann Mazur Memorial Scholarship Fund
Ann Mazur Memorial Scholarship Fund Provides an annual scholarship to a graduating senior at Penn Cambria School District accepted to an accredited post-secondary institution, including a college, university, trade school, or technical school. Preference will be given to applicants planning to study elementary education. If there are no elementary education majors, secondary education majors will be given preference. If there are no secondary education majors, students studying business will be given preference. And if there are no business majors, applicants studying any type of vocational education may be awarded the scholarship. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Iapalucci and Link Business Scholarship Fund
Iapalucci and Link Business Scholarship Fund The purpose of this fund is to provide $1,000.00 in scholarship support for graduating seniors at Penn Cambria High School who will be pursuing either a two- or four-year degree in a business-related program.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Alice McGivney Mazur Memorial Scholarship Fund
Alice McGivney Mazur Memorial Scholarship Fund Provides an annual scholarship to a graduating senior at Portage Area School District accepted into an accredited post-secondary institution to study elementary education. If there are no elementary education majors, secondary education majors will be given preference. If there are no secondary education majors, students studying any type of vocational education may be awarded the scholarship. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Art Burkett Memorial Award Fund
Art Burkett Memorial Award Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an annual $200.00 award each May to a Portage Area High School Senior Varsity Girls Basketball player who excelled on and off the basketball court. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund
Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to benefit a Portage Area High School senior band member who has achieved honor roll status and is involved in community and church service activities. Established in memory of James H. and Helen Varner Baker and Leonard J. and Adeline Garbacz Baker. Created as part of the 100 Families Project. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Brian Lamar Scholarship Fund
Brian Lamar Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide an endowment, which will provide a scholarship to be distributed annually to a graduating senior from the Portage Area School District pursuing a career in the medical field. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Dr. Max Goldstein Award Fund
Dr. Max Goldstein Award Fund The intent of this fund is to award a Senior from Portage Area High School who is voted by his or her peers to have done the most for that graduating class. This award, in the spirit of Dr. Max Goldstein, originally a Portage resident, reflects the love of the community for each other. ntact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Jerome A. and Frances D. Yetsko Family Scholarship Fund
Jerome A. and Frances D. Yetsko Family Scholarship Fund Provides a scholarship to a graduating senior from Portage Area High School or Tussey Mountain High School that has been accepted into an accredited post-secondary institution to study in a healthcare or education-related major. Eligible students must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and have a strong history of volunteer community service. Apply online by April 21.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Joe and Tony Kompardo Portage Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Scholarship Fund
Joe and Tony Kompardo Portage Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Scholarship Fund Provides scholarships to members of the Portage Volunteer Fire Company and/or Portage Area Ambulance Association employees looking to pursue post-secondary education. Qualified applicants must be one of the following: a member of Portage Volunteer Fire for at least two years, a lifetime member of Portage Volunteer Fire Company, or an employee of Portage Area Ambulance Association for at least two years. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
Madame Trudy Banks Scholarship Fund
Madame Trudy Banks Scholarship Fund Provides a scholarship to a graduate of Portage Area High School who is pursuing an accredited post-secondary education. Recipient should have financial need as demonstrated by participation in the school’s free and reduced lunch program and evidence that the recipient works diligently and persistently to achieve at least a B-C average during 11th and 12th grades. Evidence of service to school and/or community throughout his/her senior high school years and consideration of a recipient who may not otherwise qualify for a strictly academically-based scholarship may also be utilized. This scholarship is awarded in payments of $500 annually for up to 4 consecutive years as long as the post-secondary school verifies that satisfactory progress is being made towards graduation. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Robert A. Funari Sr. Scholarship Fund
Robert A. Funari Sr. Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship for a senior at Portage Area School District intending to pursue a degree in the medical profession. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Coach Larry Layton Memorial Scholarship Fund
Coach Larry Layton Memorial Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship for a graduating senior at Richland School District who is a member of the track team and also a well-rounded student.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Dorothy Pekala Scholarship Fund
Dorothy Pekala Scholarship Fund This donor designated scholarship fund is to provide a scholarship to a graduating senior from Richland High School who has been accepted to and will be attending St. Francis University, Loretto, Pennsylvania. Eligible students must have at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and demonstrate financial need. The scholarship will be paid to the school upon receipt of the student’s freshman year transcript. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Dr. Clyde E. Harriger Scholarship Fund
Dr. Clyde E. Harriger Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships in the amount of $500.00 per student, annually, for a senior boy and girl in the Richland High School graduating class. The students shall have demonstrated a strong academic aptitude in the collective sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Math and Physics) and have been matriculated at a college or university with an intended area of major in the sciences with a career goal of health sciences. The recipients, upon recommendation of a committee consisting of, at least, the head or chair of the science department and the guidance counselor will also demonstrate strong qualities of compassion and integrity. While academic excellence is a major consideration, financial need will be considered in case of multiple qualifying students. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Frederick K. Metzler Business Technology Scholarship Fund
Frederick K. Metzler Business Technology Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to award a deserving senior at Richland Township High School a scholarship in pursuit of a business technology (or like) degree of learning. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Jacqueline A. Huff-McCann Memorial Scholarship Fund
Jacqueline A. Huff-McCann Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a $500.00 scholarship to a graduating senior at Richland High School who is planning to attend the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown majoring in accounting. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Kiersten Alexandra Robertson Memorial Scholarship Fund
Kiersten Alexandra Robertson Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for senior students at Richland High School. This scholarship was started in memory of our daughter and sister, Kiersten Robertson. Kiersten was an outstanding senior at Richland High School and hoped to become a Registered Nurse. She was an Honor Roll student who was Treasurer of SADD and the Spanish Club. She danced for 13 years, played viola, piano, and was involved in musicals and the church choir which showed her passion for music. She had a strong belief in God and Christ. This scholarship allows Kiersten to be honored and remembered. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Krista Chverchko Music Scholarship Fund
Krista Chverchko Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a graduating senior at Richland High School who has excelled in music and the arts and is furthering their education through a two- or four-year college. Krista was passionate in her love of music and this scholarship in her memory is to best reflect that part of her life in the students who receive it. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
Linda McQuaide Memorial Scholarship Fund
Linda McQuaide Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for senior students at Richland High School. These students shall show leadership and good citizenship qualities. The recipient of these awards will be well-rounded, and have shown balanced achievements in academics, athletics and the arts as well as a pleasant, positive attitude and mature social skills. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Richland School District Foundation Fund
Richland School District Foundation Fund The intent of this fund is to support any endeavor that benefits the students, faculty, and programs of the Richland School District. This fund also awards three scholarships to graduating seniors exemplifying excellence in Art, Athletics, or Academics. The scholarship recipients will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is established by the daughters of Robert and Frances Hornick in honor of their parents. The fund will provide a scholarship to a senior from Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Richland, or Westmont Hilltop High School who intends to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any University of Pittsburgh campus in the fall semester after graduation. Apply online by April 21.
Ryan Fleming Scholarship Fund
Ryan Fleming Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship(s) to Richland High School student(s) who excel academically, participate in sports, and exhibit a strong work ethic and moral character. The scholarship recipient will be selected by the Richland School District Scholarship Committee based on established eligibility criteria. No application required.
Sgt. 1st Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project
Sergeant First Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Johnstown Christian, Richland, Somerset Area, Westmont Hilltop, and Windber High School seniors who either have made a commitment to serve in the military or have a family member who is serving or has honorably served in the military. This scholarship was created by Richard and Jean Buchan in memory of their son, Sergeant Buchan, a Westmont graduate, who was killed in action in Iraq in July 2007. Apply online by April 21.
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for Sunnehanna Country Club employees, caddies, or children of Sunnehanna Country Club employees. The scholarship should be for post secondary education. To be eligible, the employee or caddie must have been employed for at least two years. Apply online by May 31.
Walter F. Mitchell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Walter F. Mitchell, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to a graduating senior at Greater Johnstown High School, Richland Area High School or Turkeyfoot Area High School who intends to pursue a career in electrical engineering at a four-year accredited school and who meets certain criteria: a grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale, participation in extra-curricular school activities and community activities, and demonstrates financial need. If no electrical engineering student applies, then the award will go to a student in financial need. Apply online by April 21.
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for a deserving, African-American male or female student from Greater Johnstown High School with financial support during their first year and second year of college. The award will honor students who excel in the classroom, model admirable leadership, and serve their community. Apply online by May 1.
Alan Stept Music Scholarship Award Fund
Alan Stept Music Scholarship Award Fund The scholarship has been established by the Stept family to honor Alan's memory, as well as his love for music and the arts. It provides an annual scholarship to a graduating senior from Westmont Hilltop High School who plans to pursue a career or continue extracurricular participation in musical performance, music education, the performing arts, or a related field. Apply online by April 21.
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund
Camp PARC Helping Hand Scholarship Fund The purpose of this scholarship is to provide resources to equip higher education-bound students who have excellent academic achievement and a record of outstanding service to Camp PARC. In the spirit of People Always Responding with Compassion, the scholarship committee seeks well-rounded, kindhearted, and community-minded individuals who are interested in making a difference in our world. Applicants must have served as a Junior Counselor, Peer Buddy, Childcare Counselor, Resident Staff Assistant, or a combination of these positions for a minimum of two years for the full duration of any of the camping sessions at Camp PARC in addition to or including the summer in which they apply for the scholarship. Apply online by June 1.
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund
Conemaugh Valley Culinary Association Robert Forquer Memorial Scholarship Fund To provide a scholarship to a Cambria County resident who has been accepted to attend an accredited school for the culinary arts. This scholarship is open to high school seniors and also non-traditional students. Apply online by April 28.
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund
Elizabeth L. Brawley Nursing Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors at Bishop McCort High School, Blacklick Valley High School, Central Cambria High School, Conemaugh Township Area High School, Conemaugh Valley High School, Forest Hills High School, Greater Johnstown High School, Richland High School, Somerset Area High School, Westmont Hilltop High School, or Windber Area High School who plans to attend the nursing program at the University of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Mount Aloysius College, Saint Francis University or the Conemaugh School of Nursing. Apply online by April 21.
Genevieve Milkie Scholarship Fund
Genevieve Milkie Scholarship Fund This fund provides an endowment which will provide scholarship support for students pursuing voice study, music education, or related field from Greater Johnstown School District, Westmont Hilltop School District, or a member of St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church in Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
James and Laura Clark Scholarship Fund
James and Laura Clark Scholarship Fund This fund provides an annual $1,000.00 scholarship to a graduating senior at Westmont Hilltop School District who will be pursuing secondary education and majoring in business or political science. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and participation in extra-curricular activities, as the winning student should be well-rounded and self-motivated. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
James Kocher Memorial Music Scholarship Fund
James Kocher Memorial Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship in the amount of $500.00 annually to a Westmont Hilltop High School senior student. The student selected is to be pursuing a major or minor degree in music. Mr. Kocher’s love of music inspired his family to create this endowment in 2007. Mr. Kocher conducted the Johnstown Reed Band for 25 years, was a clarinetist with the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra for 20 years, music director at Franklin St. Methodist Church and choir director for the Westmont Church of the Brethren. Created as a part of the 100 Families Project. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award
Jim Janak Memorial Student Athlete Award This fund was created in memory of Jim Janak, who excelled in sports. It recognizes outstanding high school athletes from Cambria County and supports their academic pursuits. Eligible applicants must have lettered in two high school sports, display a strong work ethic in their sports and classroom, demonstrate teamwork, loyalty and selflessness when dealing with others, and have a GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Apply online by April 21.
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund
Larry J. McGiboney Music Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide a scholarship to at least one senior student at a local high school within Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 6, with preference given to a Windber High School student, who plans to attend college with a major in music. Apply online by April 21.
McCready Family Scholarship Fund
McCready Family Scholarship Fund This fund provides a scholarship award to a high school graduate from Cambria, Somerset or Bedford county who plans to pursue an academic degree relating to journalism at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 21.
Mitchell and Rebecca Azar Family Scholarship Fund
Mitchell and Rebecca Azar Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to benefit annually a graduating student of Westmont Hilltop High School with a scholarship award of $500. Students must have at least a 94% grade average and attend one of the following institutions: Washington and Jefferson College, George Washington University, West Virginia University, or Pennsylvania State University. The selected candidate will also have demonstrated leadership or community service involvement. Created as part of the 100 Families Project. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Oreo Foundation in Memory of Alexa Eplett Scholarship Fund
Oreo Foundation in Memory of Alexa Eplett Scholarship Fund This fund honors the memory of Alexa Marie Eplett, who lived her life thinking of and doing for others first. She touched so many lives through her acts of kindness, humor and unique outlook in life. "Just like the middle of an Oreo cookie, she was not only the middle child but the sweet center of our family...hence the nickname Alexa was given of Oreo and the name of her foundation." This scholarship is to be given to those students who best demonstrate Alexa's passion to always pay it forward to others and who best exemplify her beautiful spirit. This fund may also support community endeavors or organizations that help others. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund
Robert B. and Frances C. Hornick Family Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is established by the daughters of Robert and Frances Hornick in honor of their parents. The fund will provide a scholarship to a senior from Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Richland, or Westmont Hilltop High School who intends to pursue a bachelor’s degree at any University of Pittsburgh campus in the fall semester after graduation. Apply online by April 21.
Robert E. and Theodore R. Shahade Scholarship Award
Robert E. and Theodore R. Shahade Scholarship Award This fund supports a graduating senior from Greater Johnstown School District, Westmont Hilltop School District, or a member of the St. Mary Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church in Johnstown, with a scholarship award to attend the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. Apply online by April 28.
Sgt. 1st Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project
Sergeant First Class Raymond Richard Buchan Memorial Scholarship Fund and Veterans Education Project The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to Bishop McCort, Conemaugh Valley, Ferndale, Greater Johnstown, Johnstown Christian, Richland, Somerset Area, Westmont Hilltop, and Windber High School seniors who either have made a commitment to serve in the military or have a family member who is serving or has honorably served in the military. This scholarship was created by Richard and Jean Buchan in memory of their son, Sergeant Buchan, a Westmont graduate, who was killed in action in Iraq in July 2007. Apply online by April 21.
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund
Sunnehanna Goettlicher Vetock Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for Sunnehanna Country Club employees, caddies, or children of Sunnehanna Country Club employees. The scholarship should be for post secondary education. To be eligible, the employee or caddie must have been employed for at least two years. Apply online by May 31.
Swanson Family Award Fund
Swanson Family Award Fund The intent of this fund is to to provide a $500 scholarship to a Westmont Hilltop High School senior entering the field of teaching. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Westmont High School, Class of 1972 Fund
Westmont High School, Class of 1972 Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships for students at Westmont Hilltop High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Westmont Hilltop High School Class of 1960 Scholarship Fund
Westmont Hilltop High School Class of 1960 Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors of Westmont Hilltop High School who are in financial need and who meet the criteria set forth by the Fund’s committee. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
Westmont/Upper Yoder Class of 1947 Scholarship Fund
Westmont/Upper Yoder Class of 1947 Scholarship Fund Provides a scholarship annually to a graduate of Westmont Hilltop High School. Contact your guidance counselor for more information on this scholarship.
WHAA, Westmont Hilltop Alumni Association Fund
WHAA, Westmont Hilltop Alumni Association Fund The purpose of this fund is to support the endeavors of the Westmont School District and for community support.
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund
Wilfred Jr. and Karen (Carter) Brandon Scholarship Fund The intent of this fund is to provide for a deserving, African-American male or female student from Greater Johnstown High School with financial support during their first year and second year of college. The award will honor students who excel in the classroom, model admirable leadership, and serve their community. Apply online by May 1.