STUDENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT

RIVERSIDE BROOKFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

 

 

LOCAL AREA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

Updated 05/06/10

As a result of generous local donors, 30 different area scholarships were awarded in 2009 to over 50 seniors attending various post-secondary schools after graduation.  The total amount exceeded over $100,000.00.  Most local scholarship deadlines are due in April. 

Applications for all local scholarships will be available in Student Services in early March.  Please see your counselor or Ms. Englehart if you are interested in applying for one or more of the following scholarship opportunities. 

 

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMAN (AAUW) RIVERSIDE BRANCH SCHOLARSHIP

The Riverside Branch of AAUW is offering a $500 grant to one or more senior girls at RBHS who will be graduating in June 2010.  The recipient should be someone who enjoys art/architecture, although it might not be a career goal.  Qualifications include a GPA of at least a 2.50, demonstrate good citizenship and maturity, plan to attend a 2 or 4-year college, have a recommendation from a fine arts teacher, instructor, sponsor, or coach and and official RBHS transcript.  Candidates who have received no other scholarships or grants to date will be given preference.  A transcript must be included as part of the application.  Click HERE for an application.

 

AARON SEMENSKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The Aaron Semenske Scholarship Foundation will award a renewable $2000 academic scholarship to one senior student/athlete graduating in June 2010.  The scholarship will be considered on the basis of academic achievement, athletic participation, involvement in the community and/or religious groups, and demonstrated leadership in the community.  Applicants must be in the upper quarter of the graduating class, earned a varsity letter in at least two sports, give evidence of leadership activities, give evidence of demonstrated community service and must be accepted at a 4-year college or university.  Recommendations from a faculty member, a varsity coach, and a religious or community leader are also required. Click HERE for an application.

 

BLOOD DRIVE SCHOLARSHIPS

Candidates must have assisted in the planning of the Blood Drives at RBHS or donated blood.  The candidates must submit a short essay which includes a personal statement explaining why donating blood is important and how this experience will impact their future.  The application must also include to letters of recommendation for RB teachers or staff members. Click HERE for an application.

 

FLORENCE ROONEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Candidates for this scholarship must be a resident of Brookfield, plan to attend a 2 or 4-year college or trade school, have demonstrated community service, show evidence of financial need, and have a minimum GPA of a 3.0. Click HERE for an application.

 

L. HOWARD ABBOTT & FRANCES H. ABBOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Applications are available in Student Services for the Abbott Memorial Scholarship administered by the Fifth Third Bank.  This $1000 one-time scholarship is based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities and financial need.  Click HERE for an application. 

    

RENEE PETIT FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIP

The Renee Petit Fine Arts Scholarship is intended to assist students who have exhibited outstanding aptitude and creativity in one or more of the fine arts to pursue their educational and or professional studies.  The candidate must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.5 in all fine arts related high school course work and a minimum overall GPA of 2.0.  A short essay, a letter of recommendation, and a performance based product which showcases the candidate's talents and achievements in at least one of the fine arts are required.  Click HERE for an application. 

 

RIVERSIDE BROOKFIELD EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

 

(RBEA) ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP GRANT

The RBEA has established academic scholarship grants of at least $500 to be awarded to seniors graduating in June 2010.  This year's scholarships will be considered on the basis of academic achievement, and involvement in the school and community.  Candidates must rank in the upper 20% of the senior class at the end of seventh semester.  Finalists may be asked to participate in an interview with the RBEA Scholarship Committee Members. Click HERE for an application.

  

RIVERSIDE MASONIC LODGE SCHOLARSHIP

The Riverside Masonic Scholarship is a one-time $700 scholarship which is awarded to a graduating senior at RBHS.  Applicants must be in the upper 25% of the class.  Academic and extra-curricular activities will be considered.  Click HERE for an application.

 

RICH PORT YMCA MEN'S CLUB SERVICE AWARD

 

The Rich Port YMCA Men's Club is seeking nominees for the Club Service Award.  This $750 cash award is given annually to one senior at RBHS.  The purpose of this award is to recognize a student committed to community service.  This is not an academic achievement award nor is it a scholarship.  Interviews will be held.  Click HERE for an application. 

   

ROTARY CLUB OF BROOKFIELD-RIVERSIDE

The Rotary Club will recognize four graduating seniors who have demonstrated an outstanding level of community service activity during their high school career and have a GPA of at least a 2.50.  Hours of service to the school through school organizations and school-sponsored activities and hours of service given in the community through religious, fraternal, and civic organizations will all be considered.  A one-time award of $750 will be given.  Click HERE for an application.     

 

ROTARY CLUB OF BROOKFIELD-RIVERSIDE

IN MEMORY OF DECEASED MEMBERS MARIE CARLSON AND TOM SEQUENS

The Rotary Club will recognize one graduating senior who has demonstrated an outstanding level of community service activity during his or her high school career and has a GPA of at least a 2.50.  Hours of service to the school through school organizations and school-sponsored activities and hours of service given in the community through religious, fraternal, and civic organizations will all be considered.  A one-time award of $750 will be given.  Click HERE for an application.

 

STEVEN J. DUVE MEMORIAL FUND

The candidate must have at least a 3.25 GPA during the last 3 semesters, have an interest in nature, the environment, and/or ecology, participated on at least two athletic teams during both their junior and senior years, and be attending a 2 or 4-year college next fall.  Click HERE for an application. 

 

KRISTEN FUERST AWARD

This award is a memorial to Kristen Fuerst, an RBHS student who died in a train accident in 1990.  This monetary scholarship is awarded to a senior female tennis player attending a four-year college or university who demonstrates good teamwork traits, integrity, and a solid work ethic.  The winning candidate is determined by the head tennis coach at RBHS. 

 

ROBERT P. GWINN AWARD

A monetary award will go to a senior planning to attend a 2 or 4-year college or university to study business or finance.  Academic achievement, personal goals, and involvement in the field of study will be part of the consideration.  The recipient will be chosen by the Applied Arts Department.  There is no official application for this award.

 

OTTO HAACK AWARD

A monetary award will go to a RB senior planning to study in the area of industrial technology.  Academic record, personal essay, career goals, and involvement in the field of study will be considered.  The recipient will be chosen by the Applied Arts Department.  There is no official application for this award.

 

ANTON AND DAWN HELLER AWARD

A monetary award will be given to a media/technology student.  The recipient will be chosen by the Media Department.  There is no official application for this award.

 

JAMES A. SWANSON SCHOLARSHIP

The James A. Swanson Math Scholarship will be given to at least two graduating seniors planning to further their studies in math-related majors.  Awards vary from year to year.  Click HERE for an application.

  

THE RYAN WOMACK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

The Ryan Womack Memorial Scholarship is administered through the Riverside Presbyterian Church.  Any student who has been an active member of the Riverside Presbyterian Church or who has been a member of the Youth Group for two year is eligible to apply for the award through the church.  A church board of fifteen members determines the winners.  Awards are renewable yearly.  Eligible recipients will be notified by the church.

 

THE EDWIN R. FREDERICKSEN SCHOLARSHIP FUND

F/B/O RIVERSIDE BROOKFIELD HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

This scholarship is for the education and training of graduating RB students who will be attending a technical college or a trade school in fall 2010.  The scholarship is possible thanks to the very generous donation made by the late Edwin R. Frederickson and will be administered by the Fifth Third Bank.  The scholarship is based on, in order of importance; need, scholastic attainment, scholastic potential and community service.  An official transcript is required.  Click HERE for an application.

 

RIVERSIDE BANK & TRUST SCHOLARSHIP

 

$2,000 scholarship awarded to one graduating senior from RBHS.  The recipient will be selected on the basis of positive leadership and character as exhibited by academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, and involvement in the community.  Applicants must have maintained a “B” average or better and plan to enroll full-time at an accredited two or four-year college, university, or trade/vocational school.  Applicant’s total family annual income may not exceed $59,600 adjusted gross income per federal income tax documents.  Applicants must submit a completed application and media permission slip to Student Services. Click HERE for an application and HERE for a media permission slip.

 

JEFF NIMMERRICHTER VISUAL ARTS SCHOLARSHIP

 

This scholarship is based on donations to the Friends of the Arts endowment in the memory of Jeff Nimmerrichter, 2008 graduate of RBHS.  Students who apply should have extensive experience in at least one of the following areas…drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, and/or printmaking.  Student must also intend on pursuing the visual arts beyond high school.  This scholarship is a one-time $500 scholarship to be applied towards the recipient’s educational studies.  At least one letter of recommendation required from an RB visual arts teacher.  Other requirements and applications are available in the student services department. Click HERE for an application.

 

RIVERSIDE JUNIOR WOMEN'S CHARITY SCHOLARSHIP 2010

This $1500 scholarship is given to recognize a female Riverside student with outstanding community service and strong leadership qualities.  The recipient must have at least a 3.0 GPA, have demonstrated leadership qualities by serving in a leadership or coordinating capacity for one or more community service projects, and plans to attend college next fall.  A personal interview may be required.  Deadline is March 26, 2010.  Click HERE for an application.

 

RIVERSIDE GARDEN CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

 

The Riverside Garden Club will recognize two graduating seniors with a one-time $500 scholarship each, who have demonstrated an interest in horticulture, the environment, botany, biology or ecology during their high school career.  Participation in activities that support their interest may have been achieved through school activities, community service or work.  Seniors planning to attend a 2-4 year college or trade school are eligible.  Click HERE for an application.

 

MAYOR SCHECK’S YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

 

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and North Riverside residents, under the age of 25, who plan to attend or are already attending college, vocational school, industrial school, or a post-high program preparing for employment.  Applicants must complete an application, a copy of driver’s license or state ID card, minimum of two letters of recommendation from non-related adults, and a statement (approx. 250 words) telling what type of education you are pursuing and why you are interested in that area.  All of the above materials must be returned to the North Riverside Village Hall by mail or in person by May 1, 2010.  Place the items in an envelope marked "Confidential" and address to: 

Mayor’s Youth Scholarship Program

North Riverside Village Hall

2401 S. Des Plaines Avenue

North Riverside, IL 60546-1596

 

160 Ridgewood, Riverside, Illinois 60546-2408 ~ Phone 708.442.7500 ~ Fax 708.447.5570

 

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