Stoughton High School Scholarships
2015
Academic Achievement Award - $300
To a graduating senior who is an outstanding member of the senior class and is planning
to further his/her education, but is not currently enrolled in college preparatory courses. This
award is sponsored by the National Honor Society.
Recipient:
Lauren
Carter
Amvets Auxiliary Charles H. Lane Post #1977 Scholarship - $200
To a female graduating senior who shows patriotism, a desire to do her best, and a
concern for others.
Recipient:
Justine
Williams
Scott Andrews Memorial Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior, who has been in attendance at Stoughton High School for a
minimum of two full years and is in need of financial assistance to continue in music education
beyond high school.
Recipient:
William
Phillips
William A. Batte, Sr. and Family Memorial Scholarship (2) - $500
To a graduating senior student-athlete who has attended Stoughton High School for four
years and has been accepted to any two or four year college or university. Preference will be
given to those in need of financial aid.
Recipients:
Bianca
Batte
&
Delaney
Collins
The Roy H. Beaton Endowment Fund (2) - $10,000; (8) - $3,750
The Roy H. Beaton Endowment fund was established in 2008 as an endowment fund to
provide financial assistance to Stoughton High School students for post-secondary education.
The scholarship(s) will be awarded to students with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or
higher with good moral character and participation in extra-curricular activities. The awards shall
be made to students who demonstrate financial need in accordance with federal guidelines.
This award is solely sponsored by the Roy H. Beaton Endowment Fund.
Recipients:
$10,000
­–
Manahil
Mir
&
Rebecca
Guerrier;
$3,750
­–
Kristina
Nguyen,
Aartha
Pokharel,
Kishan
Patel,
Nicholas
Yaitanes,
Sierra
Watson,
Mikaella
Dutra,
Madison
Rosbach
&
Kirsty
Gillis
Charles Breen Memorial Scholarship - Given by the Knights of Columbus, San-Salvador
Council - $500
To a graduating senior who is going on to higher education.
Recipients:
Christopher
Pacheco
Anita Sarah Brennan Memorial Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior who attended the West Elementary School for a minimum of three
full years and has been accepted to an accredited institution of higher learning. The student
shares a love of reading, has overcome early academic challenges and has grown steadily through
their career.
Recipient:
Sarah
O’Neil
James A. Callanan Memorial Music Scholarship - $250
To a graduating senior who has been an active member of the marching band for at least
three years and demonstrated a dedication to further the continued excellence of the marching
band. He/she shall further his/her education at a two or four year college not necessarily in the
field of music.
Recipient:
Peter
Cariofiles
Adele Caron Scholarship - $1,000
To a graduating female senior of Lithuanian or Russian descent, who would be
interested in pursuing a field in women’s apparel or design, or any deserving female student if no
one met these qualifications.
Recipient:
Rachel
Mace
Robert A. Clarke, Jr. Scholarship Fund - $2,000
To a graduating senior girl who participated in track and/or cross country under Coach
Clarke. The recipient must have shown team spirit and tried her hardest at every meet,
encouraging others as well as herself to improve.
Recipient:
Amy
Kelly
Frederick Conley Memorial Scholarship given by Charles H. Lane Amvets Post #1977
- $200
To a graduating senior of scholastic promise who plans to continue his/her education
beyond high school and who has been accepted by an accredited institution of higher learning.
The recipient of this scholarship must have been a member of the Stoughton High School
Marching Band or Color Guard.
Recipient:
Danielle
Tarchara
Diana Beth Cooper Memorial Scholarship (2) - $300 To a graduating senior who intends to further their education at a school of higher
learning. Scholarships will be awarded to students who best exemplify the following
characteristics: love, honesty, compassion, and friendship.
Recipients:
Alexander
Acciavatti
&
Elise
Weinstein
Francis T. "Mike" and Helen M. Crimmins Memorial Scholarship (2) - $500
To an outstanding graduating senior who exemplifies leadership qualities, strong moral
character, and integrity. The deserving student must have attended Stoughton High School for a
minimum of three years, shown academic achievement and have been active in extra-curricular
activities and community service in the town of Stoughton. The scholarship is to be used for
tuition, fees or texts at a four year accredited institution of higher learning.
Recipients:
Bianca
Batte
&
Brian
Crimmins
Damon Lodge #12 Knights of Pythias Scholarship - $300
To a graduating Stoughton High School senior who intends to attend college or another
type of educational institution of higher learning in the fall, immediately following his/her
graduation from Stoughton High. This student must maintain a minimum of a “B+” average
before graduation. The recipient must send 1st semester grades to the sponsor to receive the
scholarship.
Recipient:
Justine
Williams
Daniel F. Davis Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior in social studies who demonstrates leadership qualities outside the
traditional school setting.
Recipient:
Ashlyn
Crean
Joseph R. Dawe, Jr. Elementary School Outstanding Citizen Scholarship - In Memory of
Bertha E. Landman - $500
To a graduating senior accepted at an institution of higher education who attended the
Joseph R. Dawe, Jr. Elementary School for a minimum of three years, including grade five. The
recipient should be ranked among the top 20% of students in his/her class and should have
demonstrated good citizenship and academic excellence. He/she should have participated in
extracurricular activities.
Recipient:
Manahil
Mir
Joseph R. Dawe, Jr. Elementary School Outstanding Citizen Scholarship - In Memory of
Irene Steinberg - $500
To a graduating senior accepted at an institution of higher education who attended the
Joseph R. Dawe, Jr. Elementary School for a minimum of three years, including grade five. The
recipient should be ranked among the top 20% of students in his/her class and should have
demonstrated good citizenship and academic excellence. He/she should have participated in
extracurricular activities.
Recipient:
Samantha
Turner
Joseph R. Dawe, Jr. Elementary School P.T.O. Outstanding Citizen Scholarship - In
Memory of Charles C. Tucker - $500
To a graduating senior accepted at an institution of higher education who attended the
Joseph R. Dawe, Jr. Elementary School for a minimum of three years, including grade five. The
recipient should be ranked among the top 20% of students in his/her class and should have
demonstrated good citizenship and academic excellence. He/she should have participated in
extracurricular activities.
Recipient:
James
MacDonald
DelSignore’s Law Scholarship for Success (1) - $1,000 (1) - $500
To a graduating senior who has been accepted to a college or university. The student
must have a 3.0 GPA or have made significant improvement in grades in their junior or senior
year. A brief typed essay is required: “Please describe any significant adversities you have
overcome and the achievements you have accomplished despite these adversities. Please include
any details that show how the way you have dealt with adversity can be an inspiration for other
students. Adversities may include but are not limited to medical conditions, family troubles or
encounters with the law.”
Recipients:
Jamie
Solomine
-
$1,000;
Ashlyn
Crean
-
$500
Bob DiMatteo Memorial Scholarship (2) - $500
To a graduating senior who wishes to pursue an education in business. The student
should have been active in school or community activities. Strong consideration will be given to
those born and raised in Stoughton who attended Stoughton Public Schools. This student must
exemplify compassion, leadership, humor and selflessness.
Recipients:
Christopher
Pacheco
&
Rachel
Mace
John L. Donnelly, Jr. Memorial Scholarship - $250
To a graduating senior who has exhibited excellence in the classroom and who has
participated in athletics at the varsity level. This scholarship is to be used for tuition purposes in
a four-year program. This award should not be available to a student receiving other scholarships.
Recipient:
Kirby
Impoivel
Arthur L. Donovan Scholarship - $200
To a graduating senior of outstanding character and citizenship who shows a spirit of
civic-mindedness. The award will be used for tuition purposes.
Recipient:
Kathleen
Cellucci
The Peter Everett Scholarship - In Memory of Donnie Coleman - $300
This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who graduated from the Gibbons
School and must enroll in a Massachusetts Community College (first preference will be given to
Massasoit). All criteria being equal, the lowest ranking class member is to receive this
scholarship. Verification of tuition payment required. This may be used in either semester or the
academic year following graduation. If not used within this time frame, the scholarship will be
forfeited.
Recipient:
Emily
Quattrucci
Kenneth C. Fine Memorial Scholarship - $250
To an outstanding graduating senior with good moral character and integrity who exhibits
an interest in pursuing a career in the medical sciences. If there is no such student, then any
deserving student.
Recipient:
Adren
Tran
I.J. Fisher Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior who is majoring in Early Childhood or Special Needs in a four
year accredited program.
Recipient:
Kimberlee
Klebacher
James H. Fowler Memorial Scholarship - $1,000
To a graduating senior who will attend college and major in a public service career
(education, criminal justice, nursing, political science) with preference to students who are not the
recipient of any other scholarships. Special thanks to W.W. Grainger, Inc. for matching funds.
Recipient:
Ashley
Hartman
Friends of Stoughton Hockey Paul Rodriguez Scholarships (6) - $500
To graduating seniors who have played ice hockey at Stoughton High School and wish to
continue their education either at a college, trade school, military service or other higher
educational institution. Money to be distributed after scholarship selection, student must provide
the school with either a tuition bill or receipts totaling scholarship amount for education-related
expenses: ie: laptop computer, books or other educational materials.
Criteria for scholarship:
! Must have played ice hockey for Stoughton High School for at least two years.
! Must graduate having completed their senior year playing ice hockey for Stoughton
High School.
! Must have assisted and promoted the Friends of Stoughton Hockey organization.
Recipients: Ryan
McSweeney,
Andrew
DiStefano,
Ernesto
Oviedo,
Ethan
Rawl,
Marissa
Tilton
&
Karlie
Williams
Gibbons School P.T.A. Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior of scholastic promise who attended the Gibbons School for at least
three years. The recipient must have been accepted at an institution of higher learning and be
encouraged to continue education by virtue of the financial assistance rendered by this award.
Recipient:
Jonathan
Oliveira
Jen Gitto Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior who has demonstrated significant community service in helping
children or the elderly, who has been a positive influence on the graduating class, and who has
been accepted into a four year accredited college program. Preference will be given to a person
who will continue to provide care and service to the young or elderly in their career choice.
Recipient:
Leslie
Camilo
Goddard Health Foundation (2) - $2,500
To graduating seniors who plan to continue their education in the health care field. It is
available to students who are enrolled in a public high school and are residents of one of the
following towns or city: Stoughton, Easton, West Bridgewater, East Bridgewater, Bridgewater,
and Brockton. Each student must be enrolled or have been accepted into a four-year degree or
certificate program. Each winner must be a person of good character, demonstrate a need, and
also have a well-balanced interest in studies and extracurricular activities.
Recipients:
Kristina
Nguyen
&
Breanna
Mendonca
Paul M. & Elizabeth A. Goulston Memorial Scholarship (2) - $1,000
To a graduating senior who has attended Stoughton High School for at least two years
and who has indicated an interest in the field of medicine, nursing, or pharmacology. The student
should have been active in school or community activities and not the recipient of another
scholarship of equal or greater value.
Recipients:
Brittany
Block
&
Dylan
Freitas
Gridiron Club Scholarship (2) - $300
To a graduating senior who has been a member of the football and/or cheerleading
program and has attended Stoughton High School for four years. Student must have strong
academic credentials and be attending a four year college or university in the fall.
Recipients:
Brandon
Cohen
&
Benjamin
DeCelle
Helen Hansen P.T.O. Scholarship - $300
To a graduating senior going on to higher education who attended the Helen Hansen
Elementary School a minimum of three full years, including all of grade 5. The recipient should
be ranked among the top 75 students in his/her class and should have demonstrated good
citizenship and academic excellence.
He/she should have participated in extracurricular
activities.
Recipient:
Jamie
Solimine
Hardy Insurance Agency Scholarship (2) - $250
To a graduating senior who has attended Stoughton High School for at least two years
and plans to attend a higher level of education and pursue a career in business, the military or
criminal justice.
Recipients:
Michael
Carroll
&
Karlie
Williams
James E. “Jake” Hoffman Memorial Scholarship (5) - $1,000
To a graduating senior who has been accepted to a four year college. This student doesn’t
have to be at their peak academically in high school but has worked toward improving their
future. The prospective recipient should submit an essay entitled, “Committing Acts of
Kindness.” The essay should be a 500 word typed essay. Please describe some selfless act you
have committed that has benefited someone else for the greater good during your high school
career. This scholarship is offered in memory of James E. “Jake” Hoffman a graduate of the
Class of 2009.
Recipients:
Elizabeth
Eckhart,
Ashlyn
Crean,
Amanda
Carlow,
Shannon
Barkey
&
Leslie
Camilo
James E. “Jake” Hoffman Memorial Soccer Scholarship (2) $1,000
To a graduating senior who played varsity soccer (one male and one female). Each
candidate should have proven leadership skills and also be a team player. They should be kind,
generous, and enthusiastic about the world around them. The prospective recipient should submit
a 500 word typed essay entitled, “What key attributes have you developed playing high school
soccer and how will you apply these attributes in the life ahead of you?”
Recipients:
Melvin
Amado
&
Mackenzie
Palma
The Honey Dew Donuts Scholarship - $250
To a graduating senior who will attend an accredited four year college or university,
and/or maintain a B- average or better, and/or participate in local community/charitable activities,
and/or demonstrate financial need, and/or meet the general requirements as determined by the
scholarship committee. Priority will be given to a Honey Dew Donuts employee.
Recipient:
Kathleen
Cellucci
Paige Christina Jackman Scholarship - $1,000
To a graduating senior who is pursuing a career in Special Education, or if no one is
going into the Special Education area, to a graduating senior entering the field of Early
Elementary Education.
Recipient:
Vanessa
Ferreira
Jake’s Way Back Burgers – $200
To a graduating senior who has a 3.5 GPA or higher. The student must have been accepted
into an accredited college or university and enrolled in Travel & Hospitality; Business
Management or a Culinary Arts Program. The student should have completed 40+ hours of
community service. (A resume listing what you have done for your community is to be included
with the scholarship application.)
Recipient:
Danielle
Tarchara
E. A. Jones P.T.A. Scholarship - $1,000
To a graduating senior who is a former Edwin A. Jones School student and will be
attending college.
Recipient:
Manahil
Mir
Mary T. Kimtis Varsity Cheerleader Scholarship - $500
To be awarded to a senior varsity cheerleader who has completed four academic years at
Stoughton High School, and is not a recipient of other academic awards. The recipient must be
in good academic standing and exemplify the qualities of Mary T. Kimtis in the manner of
citizenship and good moral living. She should be good natured and always willing to help others.
She should present an excellent image for Stoughton High School and plan to continue her
education after graduation.
Recipient:
Johannah
Smith
The Charlotte King Memorial Scholarship (3) - $250
To be awarded to two deserving graduating seniors:
1. A student with a creative passion for art (a major in painting, architecture,
animation, etc.)
2. A scholastic achiever who seeks higher education in the field of Science.
The family of Charlotte King will select the candidates with recommendations from the
Stoughton High School Administration. Both scholarships require a 150 to 200 word essay.
Include what experience(s) that lead to your decision to pursue Art/Science and what you plan to
do beyond college.
Recipients:
Art
­–
Zachary
Denapoli;
Science
­–
Mathew
O’Connor
&
Joanna
Rosa
Dr. Eric Kramer Scholarship - $250
To a deserving graduating senior who will be studying science at the college level.
Recipient:
Sarah
Almajed
Anne P. McCormick POPS Memorial Scholarship - $500
To a deserving graduate who intends to further their education at a two or four year college.
The candidate should have participated in the SHS Music Program for at least three years and
whose family has volunteered time to the Music Department, supported the mission of the Parents
of Performing Students Organization, POPS.
Recipient:
Matthew
Williams
McGowan Family Scholarship, in Memory of Karen McGowan - $750
To a graduating senior who will be attending the University of Massachusetts at Amherst
with an interest in liberal arts/communications or in environmental studies. The graduate should
be an outdoor enthusiast sensitive to preserving the quality of our environment.
Recipient:
Megan
McKeon
The Victor C. Melendy Foundation Scholarship (3) - $1,000
To a graduating senior who exemplifies courage, compassion, humor, strength,
selflessness and a willingness to help others. He/she must participate in extracurricular activities,
have attended Stoughton High School for 4 years, and must be attending a 4 year college or
university in the fall.
Recipients:
Michael
Carroll,
Kimberlee
Klebacher
&
Sarah
O’Neil
Dr. Robert G. O'Donnell Memorial Scholarship - $900
To a graduating senior who demonstrates loyalty, concern for others, good moral
character and integrity. The recipient must be accepted to a four year college and be a member of
a single parent family. A 150-word essay entitled "How I Demonstrate Loyalty" is required.
Recipient:
Mathew
O’Connor
Catherine Marie Olson Memorial Scholarship - $250
To a graduating senior who has participated in the Chapter I or other special needs
program in the Stoughton schools. The recipient must have been accepted by an accredited
institution of higher learning. Preference will be given to a student who attended the West
Elementary School where Catherine Marie was a long-time teacher’s aide.
Recipient:
Vanessa
Ferreira
Louise A. Packard Memorial Scholarship - $250
To a graduating senior female who has been active in athletics, shows leadership qualities
and has made contributions to the community.
Recipient:
Rachel
Estremera
Leokadia and Antonio Rafalko Scholarship - $300
To a graduating senior who has been accepted at an accredited institution of higher
learning, who ranks in the top 15% of the class, who shows leadership qualities, good moral
character, and strong values, and who has displayed involvement in school and community
activities. Preference will be given to applicants of Polish heritage.
Recipient:
Evan
Schulze
The Marissa Paige Ramos Scholarship (14) - $400 (1) - $5,000
The scholarship is open to any graduating seniors of Stoughton High School who wish to
continue their education in either a college of their choice, trade school, or other higher
educational institute as well as joining the military. The prospective recipient should submit a
one to two paragraph essay answering the question, “What magic have I brought to the
community?”
Recipients:
Devin
Bates,
Brittany
Block,
Amanda
Carlow,
Ashlyn
Crean,
Vanessa
Ferreira,
Dylan
Freitas,
Brian
Kavanagh,
Allison
McEachern,
Christopher
Pacheco,
Mackenzie
Palma,
Abigail
Roane,
Jamie
Solimine,
Thomas
Ward,
Ethan
Rawl
-
$400;
Kelly
Barros
-
$5,000
Randolph Savings Bank Scholarship - $1,000
To a graduating senior who is deserving and will pursue a higher education. The
recipient will be selected based on a low to moderate income status and is a student that falls
within the top 5% of their graduating class. Payment is made upon receipt of second semester bill
and qualifying grades.
Recipient:
Joseph
Souto
Shirley Reppucci Memorial Scholarship (2) - $500
To graduating seniors who will pursue higher education. These students must have been
active within the Music Department and must have demonstrated exemplary service, dedication,
and spirit to the music organization. The recipients will be chosen by the Music Department. This
scholarship is sponsored by the Parents of Performing Students Inc.
Recipients:
Danielle
Tarchara
&
Sierra
Watson
Minna S. Richmond Awards (2) - $1,000
To graduating seniors who have achieved general academic excellence, plan to continue
in higher education, best exemplify the values of honesty, compassion, citizenship and perform
community service.
Recipients:
Michaela
Sullivan
&
Katherine
Jolley
Elissa P. Selig Memorial Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior who will be studying journalism or communication in college.
Recipient:
Jordan
ElKary
Shaloh House Scholarship (2) - $1,000
The recipients of this scholarship must be a member of the Shaloh House.
Recipients:
David
Mallock
&
Ethan
Powell
The Michael Bernard Shuman Memorial Scholarship - $2,000
This scholarship will be awarded to a Stoughton High School graduating senior who is
bound for higher education or public service based on demonstrated academic achievement and
financial need. Priority will be given to the applicant with aspirations to pursue a career in public
service such as the ROTC, military, public health, first responders or other public service sector
endeavors. Student must have a 3.0 GPA, three character references (not relatives) and a resume
including community service and extra-curricular activities during high school years.
Recipient:
Kaitlin
Elwood
Richard Smith Memorial Scholarship - $150
To a graduating senior of scholastic promise who has been enrolled at Stoughton High
School for at least four years and is continuing education beyond high school. Preference will be
given to a student entering the field of environmental studies.
Recipient:
Kishan
Patel
Sons of Italy, Stoughton, In Memory of our Beloved Brothers and Sisters (4) - $500
To a graduating senior of Italian descent who has attended Stoughton High for at least
three years, who ranks high in character, and who plans to further his/her education. Preference
will be given to the son or daughter of a lodge member.
Recipient:
Emily
Quattrucci,
Joseph
Giralamo,
Jamie
Solimine
&
Robert
Rotella
Detective John P. Sousa Memorial Scholarship - $300
To a graduating senior who is going on toward a degree in law enforcement or criminal
justice. In the event that no graduating senior qualifies for the scholarship, it can be given to a
graduate of Stoughton High School who is currently earning a degree in law enforcement or
criminal justice. The scholarship is given by the Blue Knights, Inc., Massachusetts Chapter 1.
Recipient:
Manahil
Mir
South School P.T.O. Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior who has been accepted into a two or four year program of
continuing education. The recipient should be ranked in the top 100 of his/her class and have
attended the South Elementary School for a minimum of three years.
Recipient:
Brittany
Bushlow
South Shore Bank Citizenship Award - $500
To a graduating senior who has displayed personal qualities of sincerity, responsibility
and conscientiousness; has demonstrated a commitment and concern for community, and does not
necessarily excel academically, but has made the school a better place because he/she was part of
it.
Recipient:
Michael
Carroll
Nora and Elmer Southworth History Scholarship - $500
To the graduating senior who is the most proficient student in history by vote of the
teachers of history at Stoughton High School. He/she must be going on to higher education.
Recipient:
Courtney
Beauregard
Gary Stone Memorial Scholarship - $1,000
To a graduating senior who has been accepted to a four year institution of higher
education. Student must exhibit great school spirit, have a terrific work ethic and a passion for
sports. A one page essay is required.
Recipient:
Ethan
Rawl
Stoughton Association for Exceptional Citizens Scholarship - $250
To graduating seniors who are going on to higher education. Scholarship is to be
presented to one or more sons or daughters of S.A.E.C. members. In the event that there is no
student who meets this qualification, the scholarship should go to one with a mental or physical
handicap. If not possible, it may be awarded to a student being served under Chapter 766. If
none of the above criteria can be met, then it may be presented to a student who plans to enter the
field of special education.
Recipient:
Vanessa
Ferreira
Stoughton Babe Ruth Scholarship (7) - $200
To a graduating senior who has played in the Senior Babe Ruth League (ages 16-19) and
is going to further their education. This scholarship will be awarded after July 31st.
Recipients:
Luke
Butera,
Benjamin
DeCelle,
Jordan
Elkary,
Dominic
Ford,
Thomas
Herr,
Michael
Manning
&
Robert
Weir
Stoughton Boosters Community Scholarship (2) - $500 (2) - $400
To a graduating senior who has demonstrated involvement in community service,
especially with the Stoughton Boosters Club for the purpose of volunteering for the club itself
(not as a volunteer for the Boosters for the purpose of other fundraisers). The student must be
accepted into an accredited college, university or the Army. The student should have completed
40+ hours of community service with the Stoughton Boosters. Please submit a resume style list
of what you have done with and for your community.
Recipients:
$500
-
Ashlyn
Crean
&
John-Paul
Noe;
$400
-
Dylan
Freitas
&
Danielle
Tarchara
Stoughton Boosters Scholarship in Memory of David Wade (1) - $300 (3) $200
To a graduating senior who has attended Stoughton High School for four years, has a
triple crown in athletics and plans to continue their education at a college or university.
Recipients:
$200
­–
Courtney
Beauregard,
Brandon
Cohen
&
Michelle
Connolly;
$300
John-Paul
Noe
Stoughton Extended Day (2) - $250
To two graduating seniors who intend to further their education in the child care/education
field. Preference will be given to individuals who have had involvement and commitment to the
Stoughton Extended Day Program.
Recipients:
Kimberlee
Klebacher
&
Justine
Williams
Stoughton High School Class of 2009 Alumni Scholarship in Memoriam of Jake Hoffman
and Mike Swallow - $500
To a graduating senior who played varsity soccer or football. The candidate should be a
well-rounded athlete, student, classmate, friend, and mentor to others. The candidate does not
have to rank top in the class, but has shown a commitment to being successful after high school.
The intent of this scholarship is to assist a well-rounded student with their academic endeavors
post-high school. The candidate should be a student athlete who has faced adversity in life, but
continues to be a kind, generous and ambitious student. The Class of 2009 alumni held their fiveyear reunion in November 2014, and used some of the ticket sale proceeds to establish this
scholarship in honor of their fallen classmates. It is the graduates’ of 2009 hope that the
scholarship recipient will be someone who resembles a combination of the characteristics of Jake
Hoffman and Mike Swallow.
Recipient:
Mathew
O’Connor
Stoughton High School Music Scholarships (2) - $500
To graduating seniors of excellence who have participated in the Music Program of
Stoughton High School for at least three years, preferably the last three, and who plan to continue
their education beyond high school. The recipients of these awards are not restricted to the study
of music and may use the funds at any accredited institution of higher learning.
Recipients:
Antonio
Irons
&
Abigail
Roane
Stoughton High School Principal’s Award – $500
This scholarship will be awarded at the Principal's discretion to a graduating senior that
has demonstrated either exceptional growth or excellence in character, service or academics. The
Principal will confer with other administrators, guidance counselors and faculty members to
determine recipients, but there is no application for these awards.
Recipient:
Evan
Schulze
Stoughton High School Student Council Scholarships – (1) $600; (1) $400
To graduating seniors who have shown outstanding participation in a variety of extracurricular activities and who have shown potential for academic success at an accredited
institution of higher learning. Preference will be given to members of Student Council.
Recipients:
$600
­–
Samantha
Turner;
$400
­–
Ethan
Rawl
Stoughton Irish-American Society Scholarship (2) - $500
To a graduating senior who is of Irish descent and has been accepted at an institution of
higher learning. Consideration will be given to students who have a strong commitment to family,
demonstrated community service, and academic achievement.
Recipients:
Mathew
O’Connor
&
Alison
McEachern
Stoughton Lions Club Scholarship (2) - $5,000; (5) $1,000
In Memory of All Deceased Members of the Stoughton Lions Club
To graduating seniors of excellence who have been in attendance at Stoughton High for at
least two years and are in need of financial assistance to continue their education.
Recipients:
$5,000
­–
Megan
McKeon
&
Justine
Williams;
$1,000
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Danielle
Tesler,
Evan
Schulze,
Karlie
Williams,
Leslie
Camilo
&
Thomas
Mone
Stoughton Media Access Corporation (SMAC) (2) - $500
Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior expecting to further his/her education
in the field of communications. Recipient must be accepted to a 2 or 4 year college. Recipient
must have been enrolled in one or more television production classes at SHS or Stoughton Media
Access. All applicants should submit an essay of 500 words or less describing their experience in
television production and future plans in the field of communications.
Recipients:
Jordan
ElKary
&
Jake
Swartz
Stoughton Police Relief Association- $500
To graduating seniors who intend to earn a degree in law enforcement or criminal justice.
Recipient:
Karlie
Williams
Stoughton Professional Administrative Employees Association (SPAEA) - $500
To any Stoughton student who is active in the Stoughton Youth Commission’s Advisory
Council. Applicant will attend college or enroll in the military. Student should regularly attend
Youth Advisory Council Meetings and participate in community service projects with the group.
Extra curricular activities away from school will also be considered in the decision making
process. A personal recommendation is also required.
Recipient:
Ashley
Merola
Stoughton Public Works Employees Association Scholarship (1) - $300
To graduating seniors of excellence who have been at Stoughton High School for at least
two years and who have been accepted by an accredited institution of higher learning.
Recipient:
Robert
Gair
Stoughton Retired Educators Scholarships - $1,000
Preference will be given to a student of good character who desires to pursue a career in
education and who demonstrates financial need. The student must have attended Stoughton High
for at least three years.
Recipient:
Ashley
Merola
Stoughton School Secretaries Association Scholarship (3) - $250
To a Stoughton High School graduating senior with good grades in course work, who has
been accepted at an institution of higher learning.
Recipients:
Brittany
Bushlow,
Jonathan
Kerman
&
Zachary
DeNapoli
Stoughton Teachers Association Scholarship – (8) $400
To graduating seniors who are highly-qualified students. The recipients are chosen by the
Stoughton Teachers' Association.
Recipients:
Leslie
Camilo,
Breanna
Mendonca,
Thomas
Mone,
Mathew
O’Connor,
Evan
Schulze,
Jamie
Solimine,
Danielle
Tesler
&
Sierra
Watson
Stoughton Woman’s Club Scholarships (2) - $250
To a graduating senior who has attended Stoughton High School for three years and is of
high character, deportment, scholarship, and dependability, as evidenced by punctuality,
truthfulness, loyalty, and self-control.
Recipients:
Debby
Crespo
&
Victoria
Soncrant
Stoughton Youth Athletic Club (STOYAC) Board of Directors Scholarships (up to 8) - $500
In Memory of Bob Klem - Benjamin
DeCelle
In Memory of Bill Lawrence – Rachel
Estremera
In Honor of Dick Levine – Christopher
Pacheco
In Honor of George Dolinsky – Devin
Bates
In Honor of Jeanne Dray – Payton
Pizzano
Board of Directors – Mackenzie
Palma
Candidates for a STOYAC scholarship must be going on to post high school education.
Candidates must have volunteered their services and time to ensure the continued success of the
STOYAC organization and its programs. The scholarship will be paid out in two installments (one
each semester). Candidates must submit a resume of their services rendered for consideration.
Stoughton Youth Baseball Scholarship (5) - $300
In Memory of John Rappa – Bianca
Batte
In Memory of Stacey Smith – Ryan
McSweeney
In Memory of Paul Pushee – Jordan
ElKary
In Memory of James Wright – Benjamin
DeCelle
In Memory of Alice Jasmin – Elizabeth
Eckhart
To graduating seniors who have been Stoughton Little Leaguers or any family members
who have devoted their services at the Little League complex.
Stoughton Youth Soccer Memorial Scholarship (3) - $750
In Memory of Cheryl Flanagan – Shannon
Hickey
&
Abigail
Roane
In Memory of Marissa P. Ramos – Brian
Kavanagh
To graduating seniors who have played within the Stoughton Youth Soccer League, and
have volunteered their time and effort (refereeing, coaching, etc.) to insure the continued success
of the Stoughton Youth Soccer League program. Multiple scholarships may be awarded per year.
The graduating student must be a resident of Stoughton, but need not be attending Stoughton
High School. Candidates must include a detailed resume listing their involvement with
Stoughton Youth Soccer League. Candidates must be attending an accredited two or four year
college.
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) Scholarship (2) - $100
To a graduating senior who has displayed outstanding effort promoting the cause of
preventing destructive decisions of all sorts and increasing student and community awareness of
this issue. Consideration is given, but not limited to, leadership, citizenship, SADD membership
and academic achievement.
Recipients:
Kirsty
Gillis
&
Saddiya
Seemungal
Trushin Memorial Scholarships
A. Stacy Miriam Trushin Memorial Scholarship (2) - $600
To a graduating senior who has attended Stoughton High School for three out of four
years and has been accepted to an accredited four year school of higher learning, and who plans
to pursue a career in the sciences with medical school/medical research as a future career goal.
Student will display a strong dedication and commitment to the medical sciences. The student
should display the following characteristics: compassion, cooperation, sensitivity and respect for
fellow students, along with a zest for life, eagerness, willingness and “hunger” to learn.
Recipients:
Debby
&
Crespo
&
Joanna
Rosa
B. Suzanne Carole Trushin Memorial Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior who has attended Stoughton High School for 3 out of 4 years, has
been accepted to an accredited four year institution of higher learning to pursue a career working
with special needs children either in an educational setting or medical (pediatric nursing home)
environment. The recipient will also have been a member, for 3 out of 4 years, of the Stoughton
High Music Department either in Band(s) or in the Chorus. Characteristics of love and dedication
to chosen field of study along with a sensitive and positive spirit toward oneself, family and
fellow students should be exemplified.
Recipient:
Kimberlee
Klebacher
David James Wade Memorial Scholarship (11) - $560
This scholarship was established to honor the memory of Stoughton High School senior
David James Wade’s tragic passing on September 29, 2012. Recipients must be any graduating
Stoughton High School Senior who has been accepted to any two or four-year college or
university. Senior must write a brief essay on “What influenced my life to get me to this point
and where I’m heading from here.”
Recipients:
Shannon
Barkey,
Bianca
Batte,
Ashlyn
Crean,
Debby
Crespo,
Meagan
Dixon,
Breanna
Mendonca,
Jennifer
Nuye,
Joanna
Rosa,
Samantha
Turner,
Justine
Williams
&
Matthew
Williams
Cynthia A. Walsh Scholarship - $500
To a graduating senior who demonstrates need. The recipient of this award must have
been enrolled at Stoughton High School for four years and be accepted by an accredited
institution of higher learning.
Recipient:
Danielle
Tesler
Richard L. Wilkins Scholarship Fund - $500
To a graduating senior who attended the West Elementary School for a minimum of three
full years, and who will be going on to higher education.
Recipient:
Danielle
Lerette
Dr. Appleton C. and Dorothy Woodward Memorial Performing Arts Scholarship, presented
by The Little Theatre of Stoughton - $300
To a graduating senior who showed desire, interest, growth and excellence in the
performing arts during his/her high school years and is hopefully continuing his/her education in
the performing arts.
Recipient:
Madison
Rosbach
*All scholarships and amounts are subject to change without notice.