Scholarships Available to all Catholic Central Students AMDG Architects Scholarship Fund Description and Criteria of gift: Must be of Hispanic/Latino heritage. Priority is given to a student who attended San Juan Diego Academy in Wyoming, MI Financial need is a Family must financially invest in tuition, based off the family s financial capacity Must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 GPA Completed minimum of 20 hours of community service in the eighth grade Two letters of reference (from teachers, church leaders, etc.) Parent(s) must attend two parent/teacher conferences The scholarship is renewable if the required criteria are met Msgr. Charles D. Brophy Scholarship Description and Criteria of gift: The scholarship is available to enrolled students at West Catholic and Catholic Central with preference going to students from St. Jude parish Financial need will be a n A minimum of one scholarship should be awarded each year All applicants must write a minimum of a two (2) page essay describing why the scholarship will make a positive difference in their educational endeavors Conquering Obstacles Denny Flak Scholarship Eligible candidates are incoming 9th through 12th grade Catholic Central High School students Financial need is of Candidate must have a cumulative GPA of 2..5 at the time of application Must participate in extra-curricular activities Must complete a two (2) page essay describing how they have overcome or are overcoming obstacles or challenges while maintaining their character, integrity, and sense of humor. They should further explain how this scholarship will enable them to continue to meet and overcome challenges they face. Letters supporting the candidate s assertions are encouraged but not required A minimum of one scholarship shall be awarded each year The scholarship is renewable if the required criteria are met
Deacon Dale Hollern Scholarship Student(s) enrolling/enrolled at Catholic Central High School Excellent standing in the classroom with outstanding attendance record Evidence of leadership, humility, and commitment to the Catholic faith Must write a two (2) page essay explaining their personal commitment to growth in the following areas: o Educational Goals and Aspiration o Spiritual Commitment o Service Commitment Applicant must also write a two (2) page essay giving examples of when they have overcome personal adversity or demonstrated persistence to achieve personal goals Financial need will be a consideration Must complete 20 hours of community or church service Rev. James C. Kowalski Scholarship Fund (Shared) The scholarship is available to enrolled students at West Catholic and Catholic Central Financial need will be a n A minimum of one scholarship should be awarded each year per high school All applicants must write a minimum of a two (2) page essay describing why the scholarship will make a positive difference in their educational endeavors Joe Lauria Memorial Scholarship Fund Applicant must be a student at Catholic Central High School open to all grades Must maintain a 3.0 GPA Renewable scholarship a minimum of one scholarship and a maximum of two may be awardedd annually if sufficient spendable dollars are available Must meet the minimum servicee hours expectations at Catholic Central High School Based on financial need Write a two (2) page essay describing your interest in Catholic education and your qualifications for this scholarship Lyle B. Morrison Memorial Scholarship (Shared) Description and Criteria of gift: This is for two equal scholarships, one to a Catholic Central student, and one to a West Catholic student Financial need is of primary concern The applicant must demonstratee good student citizenship, good moral character, and respect for authority. The applicant must have maintained a minimum 2.5 GPA. The applicant must supply a letter of recommendation from a teacher, staff member, or priest.
Jim and Linda Payne Tuition Assistance Fund Eligible candidates are incoming 9th through 12th grade Catholic Central High School students Financial need is of Candidate must have a cumulative GPA of 3..0 (B) at the time of application Must complete a 500 word essay (two pages minimum) describing how they have overcome or are overcoming obstacles or challenges in their personal lives and why this scholarship will make a positive difference in the quality of their life One scholarship will be awardedd each year The scholarship is renewable for up to four (4) years Ed & June Prein Family CCHS Scholarship Fund Eligible candidates are incoming 9th through 12th grade Catholic Central High School students Financial need is of Candidate must have a cumulative GPA of 3..0 (B) at the time of application The student must respect authority, obey school rules, work to capacity and maintain a high attendance record The student must have an interest in Sciencee Technology, Engineering, and Math career field (STEM) Must write a two (2) page essay that will show how by studying and mastering the STEM academic challenges presented to you today will motivate you to become an innovative and creative thinker ready to meet 21st Century challenges The Reilly Family Scholarship (Shared) Eligible candidates are incoming 9th through 12th grade at Catholic Central High School and West Catholic Financial need is of Scholarship will be awarded to one Catholic Central student and one West Catholic student every year The student must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA average in order to apply. The student must provide a letter showing proof of this 2.5, average by sending a copy of their report card from the previous year Must provide two letters (from teachers, parish priest, neighbors, etc.) explaining why those individuals feel the student should be considered for a scholarship Fifteen hours of community service must be completed on an annual basis to receive this scholarship with documentation from the agency where hours were performed Must be of good character and have demonstrated a consistent respect for authority The Rob Rosenbach Memorial Scholarship Eligible candidates are incoming 9th through 12th grade Catholic Central students Financial need is of The scholarship can be renewed all four years if a financial need persists Candidate must demonstrate strong character, respect and compassion towards fellow students, teachers and administrators. This must be supported by a letter (less than two pages) from each of the following: a fellow student, a teacher and an administratorr or parish priest Student must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA average in orderr to apply. The student must provide a letter showing proof of this 2.5 average by sending a copy of their report card from the previous year
Scholars ships for Incoming Freshmen Sr. Robert Ann Dominicann Sisters Educational Fund This gift is made in honor of Sr. Robert Ann Erno Incoming Freshman student enrolling at Catholic Central High School Good standing at present school with outstanding attendance record Must have maintained a 3.0 grade point average in grade school. A letter not to exceed two (2) pages as to why they feel this scholarship will make a positive difference in the quality of their life Financial need is of The applicant must have completed a minimum of 20 hours of community service in the eighth grade The applicant must have a good character and has shown consistent respect for authority Eugene Sam Kunst Endowed Scholarship Applicant must be an incoming freshman at Catholic Central High School Must be from St. Francis Xavier Parish Must be a male student Must carry a 3.0 (B) average and participate in extracurricular activities Write a two (2) page essay describing your interest in Catholic education and why you should be considered for this scholarship The scholarship is renewable for up to four (4) years Financial need is a Douglas and Arlene Lillis Scholarship (Shared) Catholic Central and West Catholic incoming freshman Not financially based Interest in Fine Arts, especially choir and/or band Participates in Christian service activities Involved in extracurricular activities Minimum GPA of 3.0 Write a two (2) page essay to answer: How can Catholic Central/Westt Catholic High School stimulate my faith?
William and Karen Lawrence Family Scholarship Incoming 9th-grade student at Catholic Central High School Financial need-based Minimum of a 3.5 GPA from 8th grade academic year Special consideration for San Juan Diego Academy and St. Thomas Elementary School studentss Must have one letter of recommendation (cannot be a family member) Must write a 250-word essay that answers: Why is it important that you continue your Catholic education at Catholic Central High School?? The Nicholas Mihos Memorial Scholarship Fund This scholarship is to provide need-based tuition assistance to incoming freshman students attending Catholic Central High School. Financial need is of. The scholarship will be awardedd to one (1) incoming freshman student per year. The student must have maintained a 2.8 GPA in the eighthh grade. Please attach an eighth-gradee report card to the application. Two letters (from teachers, parish priest, neighbors, etc.) explaining why they feel the student should be considered for a scholarship must accompany the application. All students must have completed fifteen (15) hours of community or church servicee during their eighth- be grade year. Documentation from the agency that you performed your community service with must attached the application. All applicants must be of good character and have demonstrated a consistent respect for authority. Scholarships will be awarded directly to the student s tuition account. No money will be given to the student or their families. Reynolds-Elderkin Family Scholarship (Shared) Scholarship will be awarded to one incoming freshman student at Catholic Central one at West Catholic each year Financial need is a Applicant must have maintained a 2.0 GPA /C average in 8 th grade Applicant must have completed a minimum of 20 hours of community service in the 8 th grade Must have two letters of reference (from teachers, church leaders, etc.) Alan R. Ryan Scholarship for Catholic High School Education (Shared) Student must be an 8th grader at a Catholic school located in Kent County and will be entering 9th grade at Catholic Central or West Catholic Financial need is a Applicant must have a minimumm academic average of B or above Applicant must demonstrate an interest in attending Aquinas College for post-secondary education.
The Ziemke Family Scholarship Financial need is of Scholarship is renewable for up to four years, if the student s financial need persists Students must have maintained at 2.5 GPA in 8 th grade Students must have completed 15 hours of church or community service during their 8 th grade year and must provide documentation from the agency where hours were performed Must provide two letters (from teachers, parish priest, neighborhood, etc.) explaining why they feel the students should be considered for this scholarship Applicants must demonstrate consistent respect for authority
Scholarships for Juniors or Seniors Students (current Sophomores and Juniors) Dennis W. Campbell Memorial Scholarship Junior or Seniors who plan to go to college with the intentt of earning a four year degree OR who will be attending a two-year college or a trade/vocational school to become proficient in a career field or trade that will allow them to return home after graduating and assist in the family-owned business* Financial need is not a for seniors but is a consideration for juniors Must maintain a 2.5 GPA C+ average Must be of good character with consistent respect for authority Must have completed 20 hours of community or church service on an annual basis Must provide two letters of reference (from teachers, church leaders, employers. etc.) to be attached to application, along with name and address of family business and your work experience in the business Write a 500-word essay explaining why you need this scholarship. Attach documentation of church or community service. *Examples of trades/vocations include, but are not limited to, Motorcycle/Small Engine Repair, Education & Child Care, Culinary/ /Baking, Electronics Repair, Travel & Tourism, Interior Design, Plumbing, Heating & Refrigeration, Art & Design, Barbering, Drafting & Design, Massage Therapy, and Cosmetology.
Scholarships for Seniors Students (current Juniors) Jon Davidson Memorial Scholarship The scholarship is available to a Catholic Central High School student for their Senior year only. Financial need is a and families must complete the Smart Aid form provided by Catholic Central Applicants must provide proof of community service or extra-curricularr activity at Catholic Central Applicants must complete a personal essay Applicants must provide two letters of recommendation: one from a Priest, Teacher or Catholic Central Faculty and the second must be from a classmate or peer Applicant must be in good standing with no current student or athletic probations A minimum of one scholarship shall be awarded each year The Leigh Eriks & Armen Oumedian STEM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Math) Scholarship Financial need is not a to apply for this scholarship This scholarship is open to current junior students only The applicants must show a strong educational interest in STEM-Science-Technology-Engineering-Math educational tracts Applicants must demonstrate leadership through academic achievements at Catholic Central and by volunteering in community activities in the greater Grand Rapids Area A one-pagapplication The applicants must have a cumulative 3.0 or higher GPA in order to apply for the scholarship letter of recommendation from a teacher, mentor, and advisor must accompany the The scholarship will be awardedd directly to the student s college tuition account. No money will be given directly to the student or their families Francis J. Geary Scholarship (Shared) Description and Criteria of Gift Current Juniors entering their Senior year from Catholic Central and West Catholic High schools Financial need is a considerationn Al applicants must be of good character and have demonstrated a consistent respect for authority Write a one (1) page essay (not to exceed 5000 words) on the following: o What does Catholic Education mean to me? o How has an education at a Catholic high school impacted you? o What are your short and long term educational/professional goals? o How will you use your Catholic education in the future to improve your community? o How many volunteer/community service hours haveyou completed each year at school? The Reed Family Music Scholarship Fund Current junior student(s) at Catholic Central High School Must participate and list any music classes and arts activities outside of school Short Essay not to exceed one (1) written page describing o What being involved in music means to them (in general and at Catholic Central High School) o How the Catholic Central music program has impacted their family
David M. Seamon Leadership Scholarship (Shared) Available for current Juniors entering their Senior year Based on financial need Applicants must write a one (1) page essay describing current leadership roles in the community and high school All applicants must be of good character and have demonstrated a consistent respect for authority
Scholars ships for Graduating Seniors (College e or Vocation School Bound) Phil & Sharon Burns Heart & Soul Award Description and Criteria of gift: This is a $1,000 scholarship award that is given to a senior member of a sports team (male/female) who exemplifies the dedication, spirit, and sportsmanship associated with Catholic Central High School athletics. The graduating senior who is recognized as the unsung hero of their team. All applicants must be of good character and have demonstrated a consistent respect for authority. Scholarships will be awarded directly to the student s college tuition account. No money will be given directly to the students or their families Mary Lynn Kampfschulte Scholarship Fund Available to a Catholic Central Senior student who will be studying music in college Financial need will be of primary consideration The scholarship is renewable A minimum of one scholarship shall be awarded each year Frank and Mary Hernes Memorial Scholarship for Graduating Seniors One award only for either a Catholic Central or West Catholic graduating senior who will be attending a two (2) or four (4) year college Minimum of 3.0 GPA Financial need will be of primary consideration Minimum 20 hours of community service Must respect authority, obey school rules, and maintain a high attendance record Write a two (2) page essay explaining how the Catholic education you have received at Catholic Central or West Catholic high school has prepared you for college and the secular world you will encounter
Scholarshipss for Incoming Transferr Students Lawrence/Patricia Ranazzi Transfer Scholarship Available to incoming sophomores, juniors, and seniors who transfer to Catholic Central from a local public or private education institution Based on financial need Minimum 3.0 GPA (B) Must participate in extracurricular activities Applicants must provide proof of community service Scholarship is renewable for up to two (2) years provided the requirements and criteria are met Must write a one (1) page essay that answers: Why is it important thatt you continue your education at Catholic Central High School?