Scholarships
Scholarship Information
Each year, more than $50,000 in scholarships are awarded to graduating seniors pursuing a college education, and BPS students have access to more than 100 scholarships to support their continuing education.
If you are interested in setting up a scholarship, please review the documents here
Scholarships 1-18 (Apply Using BPS Online Scholarship Application)
1) Hudythe Stone Bixby (BHS Class of 1934) Memorial Scholarship
Amount: 1 @ $700
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
2) Ruth A. Brett
Amount: 2 @ $1,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
3) Dr. Arthur E. Brides
Amount: 1 @ $350
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study medicine at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
4) Eva Ford Brown
Amount: 1 @ $300
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study nursing at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
5) Annie Edgar
Amount: 1 @ $250
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study medicine at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
6) Harry M. and Edna M. Erwin
Amount: 1 @ $200
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
7) D. W. and R. A. Field
Amount: 120 @ $200
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
8) Linda M. Jackson
Amount: 2 @ $200
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study business at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
9) James Edgar
Amount: 1 @ $325
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study physical sciences at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
10) Gunnar J. Leufgren
Amount: 1 @ $100
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
11) Mildred A. Rauscher Memorial Scholarship Fund
Amount: 1 @ $1,500
Eligibility: BPS graduate attending an accredited 4‑year college/university.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
12) Bion F. Reynolds
Amount: 1 @ $100
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
13) John P. Shaw
Amount: 1 @ $150
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to pursue medicine at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
14) Rita J. Smith Scholarship
Amount: 1 @ $100
Eligibility: Multilingual BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
15) Edith Willis
Amount: 2 @ $150
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
16) Eva Edgar Wright
Amount: 1 @ $350
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study law at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
17) William L. Wright
Amount: 1 @ $250
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study business at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
18) Ellis Brett Scholarship
Amount: 1 @ $150
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: Complete online application; due Apr 1.
Submit: Online application (scholarship website).
After You’re Selected: Award mailed to the institution listed on the Certification Form.
Scholarships 19-45 (Apply by Submitting Materials to BHS Main Office)
19) Meduse‑Zurawsky Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Graduating Brockton student of Lithuanian descent, residing in Brockton; accepted to accredited 2‑ or 4‑year college (must name relative and relationship within essay).
How to Apply: Application form (website) + 1‑page essay (include Lithuanian descent info); due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
20) Edwin P. Uses Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study engineering.
How to Apply: Application form + 1‑page essay (include intended major); due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
21) Mackedon Memorial Scholarships (Anne Kenney / Christopher / Francis D. / Helen M. / Joseph T.)
Amount: $200 each
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education at an accredited institution.
How to Apply: Application form + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipients will be asked to complete a Certification Form.
22) 2025–2026 Bluestone Bank Scholarship
Amount: $1,500
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education; preference for Business, Management, Finance, Accounting, IT; consider financial need, academics, citizenship/volunteerism.
How to Apply: Application form + 1‑page personal essay (include intended major); due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Paid directly to recipient after first fall semester; send first‑semester college transcript to:
Bluestone Bank – Scholarships, 756 Orchard Street, Raynham, MA 02767.
23) Brockton High School Varsity Golf Team Scholarship
Amount: 2 @ $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at accredited 4‑year college/university; played Varsity Golf ≥ 1 season; awarded based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application form + essay on how Varsity Golf shaped your BHS experience; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Email college acceptance letter to [email protected].
24) Lena C. Howard Memorial Scholarship
Amount: 2 @ $1,500
Eligibility: BPS graduate; award based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application form + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
25) Anthony Thompson Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted to 2‑ or 4‑year college/university; career interest in public service (preferably EMT or Firefighter).
How to Apply: Application form + 1‑page essay on why public service + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Forward acceptance letter and first‑semester tuition bill to:
Pamela Thompson, Red Guidance, Brockton High School, 470 Forest Ave, Brockton, MA 02301.
26) Woman’s Club of Brockton
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Female BPS graduate planning to continue education; based on academic standing & merit.
How to Apply: 1‑page essay on future goals & academic standing + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
27) Mary and Nancy Costello Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study in Special Education.
How to Apply: Application + essay describing impact of a person with an intellectual disability who has influenced your life + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
28) The Jaye Family Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate; preference for first‑generation college students.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page essay (include first‑gen status); due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
29) 2026 Keolis Scholarship
Amount: $2,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at accredited 2‑ or 4‑year college/university or vocational training; plans to pursue STEM or sciences; must be enrolled for second semester to receive award; attendance expected at June 2026 State House ceremony if selected.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay + transcript; Deadline: Mar 6.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Award forwarded directly to the student.
30) Minichiello Family Scholarship
Amount: Five (5) @ $1,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate; preference for first‑generation college students.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay (include first‑gen status); due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
31) The Salvatore and Maria Pizzi Foundation Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $16,000 total ($4,000/year × 4 years) with min. GPA 2.9 to maintain.
Eligibility: BPS graduate enrolled full‑time at accredited institution; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + essay on challenges overcome + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
32) Jean Sampson Memorial Scholarship
Amount: 2 @ $2,500 or 1 @ $5,000 (depending on eligibility)
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning a career in art education; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal/major‑focused essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
33) Sharon and Crescent United Credit Union Scholarship
Amount: 3 @ $2,500
Eligibility: BPS graduating senior accepted to 2‑ or 4‑year college/university or trade school; min GPA 3.0; extracurricular participation and some work experience.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal/extracurricular essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Award forwarded directly to the student.
34) Carl L. Springhetti Memorial Scholarship
Amount: 2 @ $1,000
Eligibility: Graduates of BPS or Southeastern Regional Voc‑Tech; accepted at accredited 2‑ or 4‑year college/university, technical school, or apprentice program; Brockton resident; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
35) Margaret & William Streeter Scholarship
Amount: 2 @ $2,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at accredited 4‑year college/university; based on merit, school involvement, and financial need.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
36) Bernard Risley Aerospace Engineering and Technical Scholarship
Amount: $4,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study Aerospace Engineering or Technology at a 4‑year institution.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal/major‑focused essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
37) The Annette M. Roy Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $12,000 total ($3,000/year × 4 years, maintain min GPA 2.7).
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted to accredited college/university; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + transcript + 1‑page essay about yourself (e.g., values, motivation for college, hidden adversities); due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Email proof of acceptance and financial aid bill to [email protected].
38) Amy Siegal Memorial Scholarship
Amount: 3 @ $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to study social work or education; based on academics, extracurriculars, and financial need.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal/major‑focused essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
39) Mary R. Gomes Memorial Scholarship
Amount: 6 @ $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate of Cape Verdean descent accepted to an accredited 4‑year college/university; based on leadership, dedication, character.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
40) The Joseph and Julia Miglin Charitable Scholarship
Amount: 5 @ $10,000
Eligibility: U.S. citizen; BPS graduate residing in Brockton, MA; accepted to accredited college/university; GPA 3.0+ (exceptions possible with two teacher referrals); based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page essay on future goals & impact of a person and/or your HS education + transcript + list of extracurriculars/community service; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Send confirmation of attendance (with college ID# and admissions office address) to Janice Clark; paid directly to the institution.
41) Jeanne L. White Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at accredited college/university; plans to pursue a medical field; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay; transcript may be requested; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Award forwarded directly to the student.
42) Dominique E. Williams Sr. Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Student of color living in Brockton; continuing education at a 2‑ or 4‑year college/university; major in education.
How to Apply: Application + essay on why you want a career in education; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Award mailed directly to the institution listed on the certification form.
43) Honey Dew Associates Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted to 4‑year college/university; B average or better; community service; preference to Honey Dew employees.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay (include Honey Dew employment if applicable); due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Recipient invited to a Scholarship Breakfast to receive award.
44) Brendan O’Neill Memorial Swim & Dive Scholarship
Amount: 2 @ $500
Eligibility: BPS graduates on BHS Varsity Swim & Dive; accepted to accredited college/university; recognizes commitment, heart, perseverance.
How to Apply: Application + essay on how you demonstrate commitment and perseverance + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit: Main Office.
After You’re Selected: Award forwarded directly to the student.
45) Brockton High School Class of 2005 Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $3,605
Eligibility: BHS senior who shows resiliency and a strong sense of community; intends to continue education (4‑year, 2‑year, or training program).
How to Apply: Educator nomination answering two prompts about why the student deserves the scholarship and how they demonstrate resilience/community.
Submit: Nominations & transcripts shared with Committee.
After You’re Selected: Recipient forwards proof of registration to receive payment.
Scholarships 46-77 (Follow Individual Instructions to Apply)
46) Goddard Health Foundation Scholarship
Amount: 4 @ $3,000 (potentially renewable up to 4 years)
Eligibility: Public‑school Brockton residents accepted to full‑time healthcare programs; strong character; financial need; balanced academics/extracurriculars.
How to Apply: Apply online at the Goddard portal or mail paper application; official transcripts mailed from Guidance; essay; letter of recommendation.
Submit (if mailing): Goddard Health Foundation, c/o Atty. Maria Unda, 130 Liberty St, Unit 12, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Second‑semester scholarship—submit first‑semester grades + second‑semester tuition bill to Attorney Unda.
47) African American Association of Brockton
Amount: 1 @ $250
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted to 2‑ or 4‑year college/university; plans to pursue Business; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page essay “What makes you a leader?”; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): African American Association of Brockton, ATTN: Ms. Jamie E. Hodges, P.O. Box 3091, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Forward proof of enrollment to Ms. Hodges; award presented at Annual Juneteenth Celebration.
48) The Joanne Fullerton Memorial Scholarship (ADK MA Mu Chapter)
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Planning to attend higher ed in education; based on merit & financial need.
How to Apply: Application + transcript & class rank + 1‑page essay: What education means to you and why you want to go into education; finalists interviewed; due Apr 1 (include email & phone).
Submit (mail): Shannon Johnson, Scholarship Committee Chair, 8 Prospect St, Easton, MA 02375.
After You’re Selected: Send college acceptance and first‑semester grades; award sent after first‑semester grades received.
49) Arnone School Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: Current HS graduate who attended Arnone School ≥ 3 years; planning to pursue higher learning.
How to Apply: Application + essay addressing academics, extracurriculars, community service, future field of study; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mrs. Carolyn Copp, Principal, 135 Belmont St, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Award forwarded directly to the student.
50) Mary E. Baker PTA Scholarship (in memory of Elaine Santos)
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS senior who attended ≥ 3 years at Mary E. Baker School; accepted to degree‑granting or technical school.
How to Apply: Application (website) + transcript + anonymous essay on how the Baker shaped your worldview (no names/identifiers; anonymized review); due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mary E. Baker School, 45 Quincy St, Brockton, MA 02302.
After You’re Selected: Recipient will attend a Mary Baker PTA meeting to receive the scholarship.
51) Ally Scholarship (Ashfield Allies Club)
Amount: $250
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted to 2‑ or 4‑year college/university; demonstrated advocacy/resiliency supporting the LGBTQIA+ community through clubs/activities/events.
How to Apply: Application + ≤ 200‑word essay on why you are a suitable candidate; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Jennifer Erickson, 6th Grade Teacher, Ashfield Middle School, 225 Coe Rd., Brockton, MA 02302.
After You’re Selected: Forward proof of payment of first‑semester tuition and confirmation of attendance to Jennifer Erickson.
52) Mark Robert Boucher Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $2,000 to recipient(s); potential 4‑year renewal with proof of continued enrollment (1st‑semester tuition bill) and passing GPA (spring transcript), years 2–4.
Eligibility: Graduating BHS student‑athlete accepted at accredited 4‑year college/university; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: 1‑page essay on your most meaningful experience as a student‑athlete and lasting impact; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mark Robert Boucher Memorial Fund, PO Box 275, Easton, MA 02334.
After You’re Selected: Send acceptance letter & first‑semester tuition bill; proof of payment may be requested later.
53) Brockton Administrative Assistants & Technical Employees Association Scholarship
Amount: 1 @ $500
Eligibility: BPS senior accepted to degree‑granting or technical school; parent or grandparent must be an IBAA‑TEA member.
How to Apply: Application + essay (why applying, accomplishments, future plans; include member’s name); due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): IBAA & TEA – Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 3516, Brockton, MA 02304.
After You’re Selected: Mail proof of first‑semester enrollment/payment to committee; check will be sent.
54) Brockton Education Association – Genevieve F. Burns Scholarship
Amount: $4,000 ($1,000/year × 4)
Eligibility: BPS graduate planning to attend a recognized college/university for a career in education or related field.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): BEA Office – Attn: Scholarship Committee, 410 Belmont St, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Send college acceptance and fall schedule to BEA; provide mailing address for check.
55) Brockton Food Service Association’s SEIU 888 (Service Employees International Union)
Amount: 2 @ $500
Eligibility: Son/daughter/grandchild/niece/nephew of a SEIU 888 member in good standing ≥ 2 years; current‑year graduate enrolling at accredited college/university.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page personal essay (include related member’s name); due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Jenn Palhete, 333 Pearl St., Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Send proof of enrollment to Jenn Palhete; Treasurer will send funds to the school toward tuition.
56) Collin L. Cahill Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: Student GSA member; accepted at accredited institution; plans to pursue engineering or enroll as ROTC.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Linda Cahill, 314 Harvard St., Bridgewater, MA 02333.
After You’re Selected: Send tuition bill to Mrs. Cahill; scholarship paid directly to the school.
57) DeMarco Charitable Foundation Scholarship
Amount: 4 @ $2,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate continuing education; based on merit, academics, extracurriculars, and work ethic.
How to Apply: Completed application + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mr. Robert P. DeMarco, 1 Campanelli Drive, Braintree, MA 02184.
After You’re Selected: Mail proof of admission to Mr. DeMarco.
58) The Creeden Memorial Scholarship Fund
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at accredited 2‑ or 4‑year college/university; aims to pursue a career in a field that will make them happy.
How to Apply: 1‑page essay about yourself and what makes you happy; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Ms. Terry Creeden, 230 Rockland St, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
59) William H. Devin, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS graduate; planning to attend a 4‑year school; emphasis on academics & extracurriculars.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mr. Paul Devin, 5 Brookside Drive, Bridgewater, MA 02324.
After You’re Selected: Mail college name and verification of attendance to Mr. Devin.
60) Dr. William A. George Scholarship
Amount: 1 @ $2,500
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted to accredited 4‑year college/university; awarded on merit/academic standing; ranked in top 10% of class.
How to Apply: Application + most recent transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mrs. Margaret Davin, 185 Elliot St, Brockton, MA 02302.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
61) Hancock Community School Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: HS senior who attended ≥ 3 years at Hancock; strong character, scholarship, motivation, leadership; accepted to college/technical/arts schools.
How to Apply: Application + essay answering one: (1) How your education contributed to who you are; or (2) An experience tied to Hancock core values (respectful, responsible, safe, inclusive, kind) + transcripts; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mr. Stephen Shaw‑Lyon, Principal, Hancock Community School, 125 Pearl St, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Student will be contacted and awarded at a Hancock PTA Meeting.
62) Joseph Hewitt Scholarship
Amount: 3 @ $1,500
Eligibility: BPS graduate attending a 4‑year college/university.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mr. Kenneth H. Cardone, 54 Old Foundry St, South Easton, MA 02375.
After You’re Selected: Award forwarded directly to the student.
63) Kennedy Community School Scholarships
(Kennedy Community School Scholarship; Kennedy Community School Memorial Scholarship; Kennedy – Spekin Memorial Scholarship)
Amount: $600 (two awards) + $300 (Spekin)
Eligibility: Current HS graduate who attended Kennedy School; planning to further education.
How to Apply: One application covers all three; include 1‑page essay (academics, extracurriculars, community service/involvement, plan of study, expected expenses) + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Kelly Kistler, Kennedy Community School, 900 Ash St, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Recipients notified by the Scholarship Chair.
64) The Allison “Ally” Kerr‑Cashin Memorial Scholarship
Amount: 1 @ $500
Eligibility: Student attending a school/college certificate program for a technology‑related career; open to students whose parent/grandparent is an IBAA‑TEA member.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page essay (reasons, accomplishments, future plans) + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): IBAA & TEA – Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 3516, Brockton, MA 02304.
After You’re Selected: Mail proof of first‑semester payment/enrollment; check will be sent.
65) Lorraine A. McLaughlin Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Graduating senior who attended Louis F. Angelo Elementary (472 N. Main St., Brockton) for ≥ 2 years; accepted to accredited higher‑ed institution.
How to Apply: Application + 1‑page essay on how Angelo School influenced your character + transcript; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Lorraine A. McLaughlin, 530 Augusta Blvd. D201, Naples, FL 34113.
After You’re Selected: Award issued upon proof of registration.
66) Jacqueline Nilsson Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at Bridgewater State University.
How to Apply: Application + transcript + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Nilsson Memorial, PO Box 70, West Bridgewater, MA 02379‑0070.
After You’re Selected: Send first‑semester tuition bill, proof of attendance, and student/banner ID to the address above.
67) Ritucci & Paone Memorial Scholarships
(Rita M. Ritucci $1,000; Maria & Giavanni Paone $500; Mario & Sue Ritucci $500 — single application considered for all three)
Amount: See above
Eligibility: BPS graduate; accepted at accredited 4‑year college/university; top 25% of class; varsity athletics; community involvement; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: Application + transcript including class rank; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail/email): Don Ritucci, 50 West St. Apt. 49B, New York, NY 10016; [email protected].
After You’re Selected: Email proof of first‑semester tuition payment and confirmation of attendance to [email protected].
68) The Richard J. Sergi Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Brockton resident graduating from BPS; accepted into accredited 4‑year or 2‑year college/university; based on need, merit, community service.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Southeastern Mass Affordable Housing Corp., RE: Richard Sergi Scholarship, 45 Goddard Rd, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Submit enrollment verification from college admissions/registrar; scholarship check issued (mail or pickup at Brockton Housing Authority office).
69) Walter R. Snarsky Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at 4‑year college/university; plans to pursue education; based on need & merit.
How to Apply: 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Mr. Thomas Snarsky, 46 Woodsong St, Plymouth, MA 02260.
After You’re Selected: Forward proof of college acceptance and proof of deposit payment to Mr. Snarsky.
70–71) The Frederick M. & Sandra C. Stanton Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: BHS graduate enrolling in a Massachusetts college/university; maintained a “B” average at BHS; intends to study a public‑service‑oriented field (e.g., Education K‑12, Urban Planning, Social Work/Counseling, Gov’t/Political Science, Mathematics, Sciences incl. Pre‑med/Public Health, Engineering, Law/Criminology/Criminal Justice, Veterinary Science).
How to Apply: By Mar 31: mail BHS transcript, college acceptance letter(s), 1‑page public‑service essay, and 1 letter of recommendation (non‑family) attesting to responsibility, character, and public‑service interest.
Submit (mail): Selection Committee – Frederick M. & Sandra C. Stanton Memorial Scholarship, 145 Pine Knoll Ave, Chatham, MA 02633.
After You’re Selected: Email college enrollment proof to [email protected]; payment forwarded directly to the college/university.
72) John C. Thomas Memorial Athletic Scholarship
Amount: TBD
Eligibility: BPS graduating senior; Brockton Public Library patron in good standing; Brockton resident with legal status in U.S.; accepted to 2‑ or 4‑year college/university; ≥ 2 years HS athletics (preference to Track & Field).
How to Apply: Application + transcript (GPA 2.5+) + 2 letters of recommendation (1 athletic, 1 academic) + essay: “Who was John C. Thomas of Brockton, and why should I be chosen?” (include Library Card # at bottom).
Submit (mail): Mrs. Janet Landerholm, 499 Copeland St, Brockton, MA 02301 – John C. Thomas Scholarship Committee.
After You’re Selected: Send acceptance & tuition bill to Brockton Public Library/Brockton Library Foundation, 304 Main St, Brockton, MA 02301 (Attn: John C. Thomas Scholarship Committee; Janet Landerholm, Chair; Gary King, Co‑Chair).
73) Brockton Garden Club Scholarship
Amount: 2 @ $1,000
Eligibility: Graduating student pursuing Horticulture, Floriculture, Forestry, Landscaping, Agronomy, or related sciences; based on scholastics & extracurriculars; preference to relatives of Brockton Garden Club members (include relative’s name).
How to Apply: Application + transcript + short essay describing your interest; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Lisa Crowley, BGC Scholarship Committee, [Street number missing in source: “ward Street”], Brockton, MA 02302.
After You’re Selected: Recipient contacted with instructions to collect award.
74) Brockton Education Support Professional Association Scholarship (in Memory of Elle Young)
Amount: $1,740
Eligibility: Graduating HS senior accepted at accredited college/university; child or grandchild of an active BESPA member.
How to Apply: Application + transcript + documentation of relationship + 1‑page personal essay; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Cynthia Colombo – Scholarship Committee, c/o Hancock School, 125 Pearl St, Brockton, MA 02301.
After You’re Selected: Send paid tuition bill to address above; check will be disbursed.
75) The Plouffe Middle School PAC Scholarship
Amount: $500
Eligibility: BPS senior who attended ≥ 2 years at Plouffe; pursuing full‑time education at accredited college/university, vocational/technical, or nursing school.
How to Apply: Application + ~250‑word anonymous essay (activities in BPS, special interests/work experience, plans for education/career). Do not include your name or family identity; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Joseph Plouffe Middle School – Attn: Dr. MacDonald/Guidance, 250 Crescent St, Brockton, MA 02302.
After You’re Selected: Recipient will attend a Plouffe PAC meeting to receive scholarship and have their essay read.
76) The Paul Anthony Tasho Memorial Scholarship (ADK MA Mu Chapter)
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: Open to all; planning to attend higher ed in education; based on character, scholarship, financial need.
How to Apply: Application + transcript & class rank + essay covering (1) community service examples & impact; (2) what education means to you and why you want to enter education; due Apr 1 (include email & phone for interviews).
Submit (mail): Sara Kelly, 302 Judson St., Raynham, MA 02767.
After You’re Selected: Send college acceptance and first‑semester grades; check will be sent to student.
77) Paul and Jean Studenski Scholarship – Brockton Democratic Committee
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility: BPS graduate accepted at accredited 2‑ or 4‑year college/university; Brockton resident; may be contacted by Committee regarding scholarship/opportunities.
How to Apply: Application + letter of recommendation + transcript + proof of acceptance + essay: How you support community involvement, civic participation, or equity in your community, and why it matters to you; due Apr 1.
Submit (mail): Brockton Democratic City Committee – Attn: Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 7566, Brockton, MA 02303.
After You’re Selected: Recipient will be notified after the review process.
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