BRUSTON-MOIRA SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
“TO GIVE OUR STUDENTS A BETTER CHANCE”
Prepared by:
Brushton-Moira Guidance Office
757 County Route 7
Brushton, NY 12916
Updated: Fall 2011
BRUSHTON-MOIRA CENTRAL SCHOOL
GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
RECOMMENDATIONS
Keep your grades as high as possible.
-Class rank is often a criterion for many scholarships. College courses both here
and at the Clarkson School are figured in when determining rank.
-Remain in a strong academic program for all four years of high school.
Keep a good character.
-Recommendations are likely to be needed from several teachers and your
counselor.
-Your attendance is a reflection of your character.
Keep involved in school activities.
-Clubs, organizations and sports are all equally important.
-Holding an office or being a captain is looked upon even more favorably.
Keep involved in community activities.
-Some examples are: hospital or nursing home volunteer, church activities, 4-H,
Boy/Girl Scouts, Senior Citizen Volunteer, Fire Department Member, Member of
the Fire Department Junior Explorers, Sons of the American Legion, American
Legion Auxiliary, Crop Walks, Bike-A-Thons, etc.
Students are responsible for each scholarship.
-Notices are posted outside the Guidance Office and in each English classroom.
Local Scholarships
Things to Remember:
 *Check the scholarship wall outside the guidance office.
 *Pick up applications in the high school guidance office.
 *Not all the scholarships are determined through the high school.
*You are sometimes responsible for mailing them out.
 *Check the scholarship spreadsheet to be sure and whether the
deadline is a post mark or received by date as many organizations
disqualify applicants who are even a day late!
 *Pay attention to deadlines.
 *Don’t dismiss applications just because they require an essay!
Scholarships with April Deadlines:
Dr. U.R. Plante Medical Scholarship
This $10,000 scholarship will be awarded to someone who has been a
resident of the Adirondack park, St. Lawrence, Franklin, Essex, or Hamilton
Counties. They must be accepted by or already be attending an accredited Medical
School in either the US or Canada for an M.D. They also must be willing to return
to these areas or another remote part of the US or another country where
doctors are needed to practice for at least two years.
Franklin – St. Lawrence/NYSUT-UUP Retirees Scholarship
The first scholarship is for a graduating senior who is planning on entering
the field of education.
The second scholarship is for a graduating senior who is planning to teach
either Math or Science.
Northern Zone Counselors Association
This is a $500 scholarship for a graduating senior who completes the
application and writes a 250 word essay on ‘Why you wish to enter a counseling
related field, how you feel counselors are important, and why you are deserving of
the award.” Included must be a high school transcript and two letters of
recommendation with one of them being from your guidance counselor.
American Society of Civil Engineers
This scholarship is $1,000 for 4 years. Applicants must complete the
application and write a 500 word essay on why they chose a civil engineering career.
Include a high school transcript and a list of volunteer and extra-curricular
activities.
Franklin County Food Service Association Scholarship
This scholarship is for a graduating senior who is furthering their education
in the areas of food service or nutrition.
Will to Win
This scholarship is for a graduating senior with asthma who excels in dance,
music, theater, painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, film, community service,
athletics or science. Applicants must have a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale, have received
at least one award related to their entry category, and has a track record of
achievements relevant to his/her entry category.
May Deadlines
Holy Family Alumni Scholarship
This is a $200 scholarship for any senior who had graduated from Holy
Family School and attended at least 4 years. The applicant must have contributed
to a positive school environment through academic performance and various forms
of extra-curricular involvement including activities such as sports, leadership roles,
student council, and various other clubs and programs. They must have
demonstrated a commitment of community involvement, service, and community.
They must have exemplified a positive image of Holy Family School to the church
and community. There is an essay attached to the application.
Alice Hyde Medical Center Auxiliary
This is a $300 scholarship for students who are starting their 1st year of
study in the health care profession or for students who have successfully
completed one or more years of study that are continuing their education in a
health care profession. Applicants must have a letter describing financial need,
reason for choosing this health care profession, career goals, and extra-curricular
activities. Included also must be a letter of reference and a transcript.
AHMC – Hugette MacDonald Memorial
This is a $1,000 scholarship for students who are pursuing a career in
nursing. Applicants must write a one page essay describing the applicant’s financial
need, extra-curricular activities, community service activities, career goals, and
why the applicant is pursuing nursing. Included must be a letter of
recommendation, high school transcript, and a copy of an acceptance letter from an
accredited nursing program of which you are intending to enroll in.
AHMC – Benware Fund
This is a $200 award for a graduating senior who will be pursuing a career as
a Licensed Practical Nurse. Applicants should include a cover letter describing
financial need, reason for choosing LPN, career goals, and extra-curriculuar
involvement. Also included should be a reference letter and transcript.
Malone College Club Scholarship Program
There are two $500 awards. Applicant must be a graduating senior who is
preparing to go to a 4 year college. Applicant must have a 90% GPA. Included
must be a an essay about extra-curricular involvement, ambitions, and reason for
application. Applicant must include two letters of recommendation- one general
(from an adult outside of high school) and one educational and a high school
transcript.
SeaComm Federal Credit Union
This scholarship is for a graduating senior who is a member of SeaComm or
the son/daughter of a member. Applicants must have a GPA of 85% and above and
submit a 250 word essay on ‘What Paints the Strongest Picture: Who Am I.”
North Franklin Federal Credit Union – Anne Anderson Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for a college bound senior, who is a member of the credit
union or the child of a member, whose account is in good standing.
Northern New York Builders Exchange, Inc.
An applicant for this scholarship must have an 85% GPA or above and must
be pursuing a construction related major. Included must be a high school
transcript, 3 letters of reference, and a 100 word essay on your future plans,
objectives and/or employment.
Malone Rotary Club
This is a $750 scholarship for a senior who lives in or attends high school in
Malone, Salmon River, St. Regis Falls, or Brushton-Moira. Applicants must include:
the application form, a high school transcript, and two recommendations- one from
a high school instructor or counselor and one from an individual outside the school
system. The applicant must have an excellent record of service in the community
and/or extra-curricular activities.
Nicole Davis Scholarship
Applicants must fill out the application and include 2 letters of
recommendation. A resume is preferred and including a high school transcript is
optional. Must answer 2 questions.
New York State Retired Teachers’ Association, Inc.
This scholarship is for any high school senior pursuing a career in the
teaching profession.
The Adirondack Regional Federal Credit Union – Donald DeVirgeles Memorial
Scholarship
There are three scholarships available: $750, $250, $150. Applicants must
be a high school student who will be attending a 2 year or 4 year college who plans
to major in the math/business field. The applicant must have a minimum GPA of 80
and include an essay describing why the applicant is financially deserving of a
scholarship. The applicant does not have to be a member of the credit union.
Amy Bindelglass Memorial Scholarship
There is a $500 award and a $200 award. This scholarship can go to a junior
or senior who includes an essay of 1,000 – 2,000 words on the topic of “Enhancing
the awareness of Organ and Tissue Donation.”
Crary Education Fund
The applicants of this scholarship must reside in Clinton, Essex, Franklin,
Hamilton, or Warren Counties. Applicant must be income –qualified and in need of
financial assistance. The gross family income must not exceed $80,000. Children
of school administrators are not eligible. Applicants must include application and a
one-page essay. This scholarship is renewable over all 4 years of college.
AGATI Laborers’ Local Union #322
A $500 scholarship will go to a student in each one of: Clinton, Essex, and
Franklin Counties. Eligible to sons, daughters, and spouses of active, retired,
deceased, and disabled Laborers’ Union 322 Members. Applicant must plan on
pursuing higher education, have a record of academic achievement, and have shown
evidence that he/she is working to help him/herself educationally and financially.
Applicant must include an application, transcript, letter of recommendation, and a
photograph.
Azure Mountain Friends Scholarship
This scholarship is a $500 award. Applicants must include a completed
application, a letter of reference from an instructor or guidance counselor, and a
250 word essay on “Why I would like to spend 5 days as an Azure Mountain Friends
Volunteer Fire Tower Interpreter.”
Kevin Titus Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is for a student pursuing a career in psychology or a related
field. Applicants must fill out an application and submit it by the deadline.
Brushton-Moira’s Support Staffs’ Association
This is for a senior who is a child or grandchild of an active or retired
member of the Brushton-Moira Support Staffs’ Association. The senior must be
pursuing higher education, be motivated toward success past high school, and
exhibit politeness and a good attitude toward support staff.
Brushton-Moira American Legion
This is a $500 award for a graduating senior who is a relative of an
American Legion member. Applicants must include 2 letters of reference, at least
one of them being from an educator and an academic transcript.
Brushton-Moira American Legion Auxiliary
This is a $350 award for a graduating senior who is a relative of an
American Legion member. Applicants must include 2 letters of reference- at least
one of those from an educator and an academic transcript.
Brushton-Moira Teachers’ Association Merit Awards
Applicants must type an essay which gives examples of how he/she exhibits
each of the criteria listed below. Mention your future college plans and and/or
what goal you will strive to achieve: service, character, academic effort, attitude,
attendance, citizenship, and leadership.
June Deadlines
Town of Moira Historical Association
Applicants must write a one to two page essay on ‘Why I feel It Is
Important to Preserve Our Heritage.”
School Administrators Association of NY
This is an award of $100-$500. It is awarded to a senior with a high school
average of B or better. Included with the application must be a copy of an
academic transcript with GPA and class rank and a brief statement on any high
school activities that have been meaningful to you and have played a significant
role; any awards or special recognitions that you have received; future plans;
college you are planning on attending and what you want to major in.
North Country Blazers AAU Basketball Scholarship
Applicants must include a completed application, GPA, plans for future
education, a list of service to basketball program, and a short essay on how AAU
basketball has helped you in your high school career.
SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE SELECTED SCHOLARSHIPS
(No application, staff selected)
John F. Byrnes Award - $10 – Scholarship, Loyalty, Achievement, Desire
Pete and Kay Mosher Memorial – 2 @ $100 each – College bound, 85+ average, Honest,
Community involvement, Displays integrity, Powerful work ethic
Ruby Helfand Citizenship Award - $25 – Outstanding male citizen in school and the community
Donald Holland Memorial Award - $250 – To a senior athlete who is also an outstanding
citizen (Next year through DFS)
Carlton Mallette Memorial Scholarship- $250 – For a student entering the nursing field (in
case of no nursing candidates, other applicants in medical field)
Francois Goodrow French Spirit Award - $100 – Senior who is enthusiastic in regards to the
French language
Niles Asset Management Outstanding Student Award - $500 –
For a student attending
St. Lawrence University. Based on scholarship, citizenship, character, individualism.
Highland Greens Achievement Award – $200- Scholastics, participation in school activities
and need. Preference given to students employed at Highland Greens.
Elizabeth M. Peck Memorial Award – $125-
Student who has been a good citizen, planning on
entering the education field, SUNY Plattsburgh top priority followed by SUNY Potsdam then other SUNY.
Ellen Austin Scholarship Award – 2 @ $125- Plan to attend 2 or 4 year college and financial
need.
Norman “Lefty” Langelier Memorial Scholarship- $50- Student enrolled in a four year
program in physical education, health or recreation. Preference goes to P.E.
$$ DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS $$
(Fill out one application to be eligible for any of these that you are qualified for)
David H. Moore Memorial
-was considered the most prestigious award; given to a student for responsibility
and overcoming obstacles.
Robert Narrow Memorial
-for a student entering the business field
Thelma Greenwood Memorial Award
-for a student involved in the business field, preferable administrative assistant
Michael Miller Memorial Award
-for a student entering the business field
Robert Genaway Memorial Award
-for a student with positive attitude, good character and an athlete
Dwight St. Mary Memorial Award
-1st preference goes to an FFA member going on in Ecology, Agriculture, or
Technical Education; 2nd preference to service to the school and going on for
teaching
Alison Follett Memorial Award
-for a student with an artistic background, good character and positive attitude,
going to college for creative writing, art or a related career. Amount of award to
be determined by the strength of candidate based upon the criteria set
S H I R L Award
-sincere, helpful, independent, respectful, loving, any college bound student
Christine Palmer Russell Memorial Award
-good academic effort, athlete, good sportsmanship, faithful
The Mark And Helen Keating Memorial Award
(was two- $25.00 awards)
-to a student showing perseverance
-to a student showing dedication
DFS Natural Science Award
-going on in natural sciences, including but not limited to: Nursing, Medical,
Engineering, Ethics, Psychology, Sociology, Botony, Physics, Environmental Tech,
Vet Tech, Pharmacy, Dental, Bio Chem, Physical Therapy, (CANNOT include:
Theology, military science, law, political science, liberal arts, Criminal
Investigations, history)
-Need based
-Grades can be considered
-Student must be focused and have drive and motivation
-1/2 @ graduation and 1/2 after 1st semester
Susan Lea Sabin Award
Going on to further education; community service/community Involvement, effort
in school, character and kindness
Additional Awards:
Criteria: involvement in community and in extracurricular school activities, effort
invested in school work, grades, willingness to accept and carry out responsibility;
amount of work done for the scholarship fund
ADDITIONAL GRADUATION SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
Virginia LaMay Memorial Award- for a student who shows creativity and
academic effort throughout high school in the amount of $200.
Katherine Kingston Memorial Award- goes to a college bound senior who raised
his/her average the most during senior year. ($100.00)
Edward Baker Memorial Award- goes to a student who has shown innovation and
academic effort in grades 9 – 12. ($25)
Richard Charlebois Scholarship Award- goes to a student who overcame many
obstacles; a college bound senior with an IEP. ($500)
Brushton-Moira Central Music Awards- for a student who excels in music.
(Amount varies)
Ellen Austin Scholarships- two scholarships for two seniors who plan to attend a 2
or 4 year college and show financial need. (2 x $125)
PTSO Scholarship- There are two scholarships available for students who have
plans for post-secondary study who have participated in extra-curricular activities.
(2 x $250)
Raymond J. Noreault Writer’s Award- for a college bound senior who displays
excellence in writing. ($150)
Spirit of ’76 Memorial Award- for an applicant who shows academic effort,
willingness to serve class and community.
Fred J. Rich Memorial Award- for a male student who has difficulty learning and
is helpful in the community. ($100)
Joan Rich Memorial Award- for a female student who has difficulty learning and
is helpful in the community. ($100)
FFA Scholarship- for a student who is active in FFA. (Amount varies)
Brushton-Moira Central Student Council Awards- for a student(s) voted on by
student council.
Vera Campbell Medical Scholarship- for a student pursuing a degree in the
medical field, with nursing being given first preference. (Amount varies)
Pete and Kay Mosher Memorial Scholarship- for two college bound seniors who
have an 85 GPA or above, is honesty, involved in the community, and displays
integrity and a powerful work ethic. (2 x $100)
Shawn Fitzsimmons Memorial Award- for a student entering the automotive
technology field.
Central Treasurer Award- for a student who is a strong member of a class club.
SADD Senior Award- for a student who has participated in SADD.
Dylan Joshua Bilow Memorial Award- for a student who exemplifies
responsibility, caring, kindness, respect, honesty, compassion, and fairness.
Salute to Labor
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Books
Scholarship Handbook
This book contains 2,100 worth of scholarships, loans, and internships. More than 2.8
Billion is awarded to 1.7 million students annually.
Websites
College Board: www.collegeboard.com Go to “College Search” at the top of the page. Go to
“Pay for College” tab. Select “ScholarshipSearch” on left. You then submit information
about yourself and it will give you all the scholarships you qualify for instead of having to
scroll through many. You then read the information about how to apply for them.
Fast Web: www.fastweb.com
Sallie Mae: http://go.salliemae.com/scholarships
Google: You can just google (www.google.com) scholarships for ________. The blank would
be a characteristic about yourself (African American, single mom, athlete, ADHD, business
majors, etc)
ALCOA Foundation Scholarship Program
The applicant must be the son or daughter of an ALCOAN who has 3 or more
years of continuous service. This includes retired and deceased Alcoans. Applicant
must be in the top half of his/her class and apply after the Junior year.
ELKS
The applicant must have high academics, high ACT/SAT scores, and good
leadership qualities. The application is lengthy with essays and recommendations.
Scholarships range from $1,000-$5,000 per year for four years. The deadline is
early January.
Dorothy Dietz
This scholarship is for a female planning to major in physical education.
There are 3 awards: $3,500, $4,000, and $4,500. The deadline is late February.
Malone Lions Club Scholarship
This is for an applicant who has high academics and leadership qualities. You
must notify them for an application.
Paul Smith’s Scholarship
This is for an applicant who is going to Paul Smith’s College. Applicant must
have attended North Franklin Educational Center. Applicant receives $3,500
($875 a semester). Deadline is early June.
North Country Community College Scholars Award
This is for an applicant who is going to NCCC. Applicant must graduate in the
top 20% of your class. This award is for full tuition.
Charles A. Strom Engineering Award
Applicant must be going to a 2 or 4 year college in a related field of
electronic and electrical engineering. Applicant must take 4 years of Math,
Chemistry, Physics, Electronics, or Computer Science. This is a $500 award and
deadline is late March.
NYSCOPBA
The applicant must be a child of a NYS correction officer. Applications are
available through the prisons.
Northeast Jurisdictional Scholarship
The applicant must be a child of a NYS correction officer. Applications are
available through the prisons.
NY State Association of Agricultural Fairs and NYS Show Peoples Association
This is for an applicant who is active in the Franklin County Fair who is
pursuing a career in Agricultural or a related field. There are six $1,000
scholarships available. Deadline is mid-April.
Northern NY Volunteer Firemen’s Association Scholarship
The applicant must have a fire department relative who is a member of the
Association. The applicant must be working toward a community relate degree.
Scholarships range from $150 to $250 and the deadline is mid-April.
Beryl Spector Scholarship
The Community Foundation for the Capital Region. Applicant must be
enrolled full time within NY in a communications related field of study. Deadline is
mid-March.
P.K. Curtin Memorial Scholarship
This is awarded by McCadam Cheese. Applicant must be a member of the
Northern NY Fireman’s Association and display good character, citizenship,
dependability, and voluntary service to the community. Included must be an essay
on “How Has MY Community Involvement Affected My Own Life.” There is one
$2,500 scholarship and application is due early April.