Name Requirements Blanche Koch Brooks Memorial Scholarship For a female student with excellent academic performance, minimum of a 3.5 GPA, preferably with demonstrable financial need. Other qualifications being relatively equal, priority shall be given to a graduate of Lafayette High School. Preference may be given to a student who intends to become a teacher or an English major or both Shirley B. Brooks Scholarship For a student with financial need, with intention of studying psychology or English/reading specialist as a major. Janet Rose Fuchs Memorial Scholarship For a student in high academic standing in the most advanced classes, especially English. Strong preference given to a female student at Lafayette High School. Preference for a student with financial need. Allison A. Sheppard Memorial Scholarship For a student with financial need who plans to study the humanities Ray Freed Memorial Scholarship For a student with financial need and a strong social studies background and interest in the field. League of Women Voters of the Williamsburg Area Scholarship For a student who plans to pursue studies in civics, government, politics, law, or a related area of study. Preference will be given to a student who participates in Student Government and/or an organization like the League of Women Voters that encourages Civic Involvement. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, advocates on issues, and promotes civic education. (3 scholarships – 1 per high school) Park S. Rouse Memorial Scholarship For a student with financial need who is planning to study history, social studies, American studies, etc. at a Virginia college or university Friends of Green Spring Scholarship For a Jamestown HS student in good academic standing, with preference to a student with membership in Rho Kappa or the Environthon Club and showing interest in archeology, history, architecture, cultural studies, or environmental studies. Performing Arts Scholarship For a student who is significantly involved in theater at their high school. Preference given to a student who attended Lafayette all four years, and plans to major or minor in either theater, choir or band in college. Andrea Sartain Memorial Scholarship For a Warhill High School student who has actively participated in the visual arts program and plans to major in art; preferably interested in an art education career. Name Requirements Dan Stimson Memorial Scholarship For a male or female track athlete graduating from high school with at least a 3.75 GPA. Larry Dowdy Memorial Scholarship For a student-athlete (preferably basketball player) with a high GPA who will pursue a STEM discipline in college. Paula Kirtland Memorial Scholarship Student athlete with high academic achievement and financial need. Consideration given to athletic ability as well as sportsmanship and leadership. Scholarship is available to Walsingham Academy as well as Jamestown and Lafayette students. Swain Family Basketball High Scholastic Achievement Scholarship For a male student who shows the ability and dedication to be a high academic achiever while making the sacrifices and time commitment to play on the varsity basketball team. Recipient must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 at one of the W-JCC High Schools. Name Requirements Amy and Mike Watson 'Workforce Credentials' Scholarship Awarded to a student who plans on attending a Virginia Community College, Trade School or Technical College, pursuing a high-demand, STEM-related career through a certification or associates degree (all industrial trades included). Minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrated financial need. Fannye Scruggs Rorer, RN Nursing Scholarship For a student accepted into an RN or BSN program at a Virginia university or Community College. Student must demonstrate their commitment to compassion, service, and leadership to their community through volunteering or community service hours during high school. Must hold a GPA of at least 3.0 or its equivalent. Preference for student with demonstrated financial need. Goggin/Boykin Family Scholarship For a student with financial need who plans to attend an accredited two-year school and who has held a job during their high school years. Guzman/Glassman Family Scholarship For a student with demonstrated financial need with a GPA of 3.0 and above. Preference will be given to a student interested in working in a helping profession (education, social work, counseling, mental health, occupational therapy, etc.) and planning to attend a VA community college. Julia Everts & Mark Greenawalt Scholarship For a student with financial need studying in the health-related field with a preference for LPN or RN (associate's degree). Renewable up to 4 years. Lennarz Family Scholarship For a student who will attend a Virginia community college or a Virginia public university. The student must demonstrate financial need. The student has shown responsibility and care for others by, for example: holding a job, taking care of a family member (parent, sibling, etc.), or serving the student’s community in a meaningful way throughout high school. *Scholarship is available to Walsingham Academy as well as W-JCC students. Name Requirements Joseph S. & Berna L. Heyman Scholarship For students with financial need who are pursuing college studies in the field of science or mathematics. Paula Kirtland Memorial Scholarship Student athlete with high academic achievement and financial need. Consideration given to athletic ability as well as sportsmanship and leadership. Scholarship is available to Walsingham Academy as well as Jamestown and Lafayette students. Allison A. Sheppard Memorial Scholarship For a student with financial need who plans to study the humanities. Amy and Mike Watson 'Workforce Credentials' Scholarship Awarded to a student who plans on attending a Virginia Community College, Trade School or Technical College, pursuing a high-demand, STEM-related career through a certification or associates degree (all industrial trades included). Minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrated financial need. Blanche Koch Brooks Memorial Scholarship For a female student with excellent academic performance, minimum of a 3.5 GPA, preferably with demonstrable financial need. Other qualifications being relatively equal, priority shall be given to a graduate of Lafayette High School. Preference may be given to a student who intends to become a teacher or an English major or both Charles H. Koch, Jr. Memorial Scholarship For a student who is interested in legal careers and possibly criminal justice, preferably for students with financial need. (3 scholarships – 1 per high school) Chesapeake Bank Scholarship For a student with financial need Clifford Brian Gillman Memorial Scholarship For a student with academic achievement and financial need. Renewable up to 4 years. Coach Melvin Jones Scholarship for an African-American student who qualifies for financial aid, is in good academic standing and has participated in some form of extra-curricular activity (student organizations, sports, music, community service, etc.) Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Scholarship Current or former foundation employees, volunteers, or their children; must have financial need. Cynthia Willer Frezek Nursing Scholarship Female accepted into a Bachelors of Nursing program and who demonstrates the skills and compassion to excel in the nursing profession, preferably with financial need. Fannye Scruggs Rorer, RN Nursing Scholarship For a student accepted into an RN or BSN program at a Virginia university or Community College. Student must demonstrate their commitment to compassion, service, and leadership to their community through volunteering or community service hours during high school. Must hold a GPA of at least 3.0 or its equivalent. Preference for student with demonstrated financial need. George "Mickey" Brooks Memorial Scholarship For a student with financial need, with demonstrated broad extracurricular activities, focusing on devotion to and engagement in the community. (3 scholarships – 1 per high school) Goggin/Boykin Family Scholarship For a student with financial need who plans to attend an accredited two-year school and who has held a job during their high school years. Guzman/Glassman Family Scholarship For a student with demonstrated financial need with a GPA of 3.0 and above. Preference will be given to a student interested in working in a helping profession (education, social work, counseling, mental health, occupational therapy, etc.) and planning to attend a VA community college. Henry S. Branscome Sr. Memorial Scholarship For a Warhill student with financial need who is studying engineering or has an interest in construction management. Hunt & Mary Berryman Scholarship For a student who has attained a GPA of 3.5 or higher and engaged in community service during their high school years. The student must demonstrate some financial need and have an interest in the field of education Jane L. & Robert B. Taylor Scholarship For a student in good academic standing demonstrating financial need Janet Rose Fuchs Memorial Scholarship Awarded to a student in high academic standing in the most advanced classes, especially English. Strong preference given to a female student at Lafayette High School. Preference for a student with financial need. JBH Scholarship Student in good academic standing demonstrating financial need. Jean Brown Fisk Memorial Scholarship For a female student dedicated to pursuing a Bachelor’s degree and career in the evolving field of Environmental Science and Conservation, and who demonstrates enthusiasm for protecting the natural world. Financial need is a requirement Joann Bierenbaum Memorial Scholarship Awarded to an especially caring student who shows academic promise and financial need. Julia Everts & Mark Greenawalt Scholarship For a student with financial need studying in the health-related field with a preference for LPN or RN (associate's degree). Renewable up to 4 years. Kiwanis Club of the Colonial Capital Scholarship For a student in good standing with financial need. Lawrence Weintraub, Esq. Memorial Scholarship For a female student interested in a legal career, who demonstrates pride in academic achievement, fine character and high financial need. Legacy Financial Group Scholarship For a deserving Warhill student with financial need at Warhill HS with an interest in finance, science or technology. Lennarz Family Scholarship For a student who will attend a Virginia community college or a Virginia public university. The student must demonstrate financial need. The student has shown responsibility and care for others by, for example: holding a job, taking care of a family member (parent, sibling, etc.), or serving the student’s community in a meaningful way throughout high school. *Scholarship is available to Walsingham Academy as well as W-JCC students. Majorie C. Joseph Memorial Scholarship Student in good academic standing preferably interested in engineering, with preference given to a student demonstrating financial need. Mary Beth Preas Memorial Scholarship For a student with financial need who plans to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus on social-emotional learning. MeghuNamu Scholarship Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. Michael S. Herman Memorial Scholarship For a student who has a record of outstanding academic performance, needs financial assistance to continue their education, and plans to pursue an undergraduate degree at a recognized college or university in a STEM discipline. Nick Paszkiewicz (class of 2008) Memorial Scholarship For a male student who demonstrates fine character, pride in academic achievement, and financial need; preferably a boy scout. O'Hare Scholarship: Geoffrey H. Boerner Memorial Scholarship Warhill High School student with strong academic credentials and financial need. O'Hare Scholarship: John O’Hare Memorial Scholarship For a student with strong academic credentials and financial need O'Hare Scholarship: Kathleen O'Hare Doster Memorial Scholarship Jamestown High School student with strong academic credentials and financial need O'Hare Scholarship: Margaret Karene O'Hare Memorial Scholarship Lafayette High School student with strong academic credentials and financial need Park S. Rouse Memorial Scholarship Preference for a student with financial need who is planning to study history, social studies, American studies, etc. at a Virginia college or university PTSA Scholarship: Warhill High School For Warhill High School students only. Ray Freed Memorial Scholarship Awarded to a student with financial need and a strong social studies background and interest in the field. Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg For a student in good academic standing planning to pursue a career in health services, with preference given to a student demonstrating financial need. Shirley B. Brooks Scholarship For a student with financial need, with intention of studying psychology or English/reading specialist as a major. (3 scholarships – 1 per high school) Stockmeyer Family Scholarship Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. Sutton Family Scholarship For a student with financial need who demonstrates that they have advocated for social equity, equality, and acceptance among their peers, with minimum GPA of 2.75, and preference for student who is the first in their family to attend college. Scholarship available to WJCC and Walsingham students. Tom & TJ Cardwell Scholarship in Memory of Jill S. Cardwell and in Honor of Our Grandchildren For a student who shows academic promise and has demonstrated financial need with preference for community involvement through volunteer work. TowneBank Scholarships For a student with financial need; one scholarship for each high school. Trevor Times Memorial Scholarship To a student from Jamestown High School who exhibits the characteristics that made Trevor special: kindness, generosity of spirit, a sense of inclusiveness, a sense of humor, and dedication to studies. Preference for a student with financial need. Virnell Ann Bruce Scholarship For a female student with financial need William J. Lennarz Science Scholarship applicant's classes, extracurricular or other activities should demonstrate the applicant's interest in pursuing a career in the "hard" sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, biochemistry, virology, pharmacology, medicine, etc.). High Financial Need is a requirement. Williamsburg Community Foundation Scholars Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. Name Requirements Bette Williams Memorial Birthday Scholarship Promising female Lafayette High School student whose class rank is #20 or below Clifford Brian Gillman Memorial Scholarship Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. Renewable up to 4 years. Eloise & Joe Agee Memorial Scholarship for a senior graduating from a W-JCC High School who attended Norge or Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Schools. Jane L. & Robert B. Taylor Scholarship Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. JBH Scholarship Student in good academic standing demonstrating financial need. Kiwanis Club of the Colonial Capital Scholarship For a student in good standing with financial need. MeghuNamu Scholarship Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. O'Hare Scholarship: Geoffrey H. Boerner Memorial Scholarship Warhill High School student with strong academic credentials and financial need. O'Hare Scholarship: John O’Hare Memorial Scholarship For a student with strong academic credentials and financial need O'Hare Scholarship: Kathleen O'Hare Doster Memorial Scholarship Jamestown High School student with strong academic credentials and financial need O'Hare Scholarship: Margaret Karene O'Hare Memorial Scholarship Lafayette High School student with strong academic credentials and financial need Stockmeyer Family Scholarship Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. TowneBank Scholarships For a student with financial need; one scholarship for each high school. Virnell Ann Bruce Scholarship For a female student with financial need Williamsburg Community Foundation Scholars Criteria include academic achievement, difficulty of curriculum, essay, activities and financial need; for seniors from any W-JCC High School. Name Requirements Ann and James Yankovich Memorial Scholarship For a student who has demonstrated leadership in school/community; is interested in education as a field of study and/or career goal; prefer first generation college student Community Service Scholarship for a student who has demonstrated outstanding service to school/community and shows interest in continuing a record of service. Fannye Scruggs Rorer, RN Nursing Scholarship For a student accepted into an RN or BSN program at a Virginia university or Community College. Student must demonstrate their commitment to compassion, service, and leadership to their community through volunteering or community service hours during high school. Must hold a GPA of at least 3.0 or its equivalent. Preference for student with demonstrated financial need. George "Mickey" Brooks Memorial Scholarship for a student with financial need, with demonstrated broad extracurricular activities, focusing on devotion to and engagement in community involvement through volunteer work. (one per high school) Hunt & Mary Berryman Scholarship For a student who has attained a GPA of 3.5 or higher and engaged in community service during their high school years. The student must demonstrate some financial need and have an interest in the field of education. Joann Bierenbaum Memorial Scholarship Awarded to an especially caring student who shows academic promise and financial need. John Tregilgas Memorial Scholarship For a student interested in studying engineering, preferably with a demonstrated commitment to community service League of Women Voters of the Williamsburg Area Scholarship intended for a student who plans to pursue studies in civics, government, politics, law, or a related area of study. Preference will be given to a student who participates in Student Government and/or an organization like the League of Women Voters that encourages Civic Involvement. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, advocates on issues, and promotes civic education. (3 scholarships – 1 per high school) Lennarz Family Scholarship For a student who will attend a Virginia community college or a Virginia public university. The student must demonstrate financial need. The student has shown responsibility and care for others by, for example: holding a job, taking care of a family member (parent, sibling, etc.), or serving the student’s community in a meaningful way throughout high school. *Scholarship is available to Walsingham Academy as well as W-JCC students. Nick Paszkiewicz (class of 2008) Memorial Scholarship For a male student who demonstrates fine character, pride in academic achievement, and financial need; preferably a boy scout. PTSA Scholarship: Jamestown High School To a JHS student who exemplifies the spirit of the PTSA. Focus is on volunteer and leadership activities and achievements balanced with academic performance. Student PTSA membership is strongly preferred. Minimum 2.0 GPA is required PTSA Scholarship: Lafayette High School A student in the top quartile of the class who has made a significant contribution to the Lafayette High School community through demonstrated leadership and service. Register-Sharp Citizen Scholar Award For a student who will be attending Longwood University as a member of Longwood's Citizen Scholars' Program with a 3.5 or better GPA. The student will exhibit citizen leadership and giving back to the community with a commitment to learning, critical thinking, selflessness, and personal integrity. Sutton Family Scholarship For a student with financial need who demonstrates that they have advocated for social equity, equality, and acceptance among their peers, with minimum GPA of 2.75, and preference for student who is the first in their family to attend college. Scholarship is available to Walsingham Academy as well as W-JCC students. Tom & TJ Cardwell Scholarship in Memory of Jill S. Cardwell and in Honor of Our Grandchildren For a student who shows academic promise and has demonstrated financial need with preference for community involvement through volunteer work. Name Requirements Ann and James Yankovich Memorial Scholarship For a student who has demonstrated leadership in school/community; is interested in education as a field of study and/or career goal; prefer first generation college student. Blanche Koch Brooks Memorial Scholarship For a female student with excellent academic performance, minimum of a 3.5 GPA, preferably with demonstrable financial need. Other qualifications being relatively equal, priority shall be given to a graduate of Lafayette High School. Preference may be given to a student who intends to become a teacher or an English major or both. Charles H. Koch, Jr. Memorial Scholarship For a student who is interested in legal careers and possibly criminal justice, preferably for students with financial need. (3 scholarships – 1 per high school). Cynthia Willer Frezek Nursing Scholarship Female accepted into a Bachelors of Nursing program and who demonstrates the skills and compassion to excel in the nursing profession, preferably with financial need. Debbie Todd Memorial Scholarship For a student interested in working with children with special needs, such as a special education teacher. Fannye Scruggs Rorer, RN Nursing Scholarship For a student accepted into an RN or BSN program at a Virginia university or Community College. Student must demonstrate their commitment to compassion, service, and leadership to their community through volunteering or community service hours during high school. Must hold a GPA of at least 3.0 or its equivalent. Preference for student with demonstrated financial need. Guzman/Glassman Family Scholarship For a student with demonstrated financial need with a GPA of 3.0 and above. Preference will be given to a student interested in working in a helping profession (education, social work, counseling, mental health, occupational therapy, etc.) and planning to attend a VA community college. Hunt & Mary Berryman Scholarship For a student who has attained a GPA of 3.5 or higher and engaged in community service during their high school years. The student must demonstrate some financial need and have an interest in the field of education. Julia Everts & Mark Greenawalt Scholarship For a student with financial need studying in the health-related field with a preference for LPN or RN (associate's degree). Renewable up to 4 years. Lauren R. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship For a gifted female student interested in pursuing an engineering or health science/veterinarian career. Having high academic achievement in AP and other courses, this student also has a creative side, compassion for fellow students, humor, and a love of life. Lawrence Weintraub, Esq. Memorial Scholarship For a female student interested in a legal career, who demonstrates pride in academic achievement, fine character and high financial need. League of Women Voters of the Williamsburg Area Scholarship For a student who plans to pursue studies in civics, government, politics, law, or a related area of study. Preference will be given to a student who participates in Student Government and/or an organization like the League of Women Voters that encourages Civic Involvement. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, advocates on issues, and promotes civic education. (3 scholarships – 1 per high school) Mary Beth Preas Memorial Scholarship For a student with financial need who plans to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education with a focus on social-emotional learning. Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg For a student in good academic standing planning to pursue a career in health services, with preference given to a student demonstrating financial need. Shirley B. Brooks Scholarship For a student with financial need, with intention of studying psychology or English/reading specialist as a major. Name Requirements Bette Williams Memorial Birthday Scholarship Promising female Lafayette High School student whose class rank is #20 or below. Blanche Koch Brooks Memorial Scholarship For a female student with excellent academic performance, minimum of a 3.5 GPA, preferably with demonstrable financial need. Other qualifications being relatively equal, priority shall be given to a graduate of Lafayette High School. Preference may be given to a student who intends to become a teacher or an English major or both Cynthia Willer Frezek Nursing Scholarship Female accepted into a Bachelors of Nursing program and who demonstrates the skills and compassion to excel in the nursing profession, preferably with financial need. Janet Rose Fuchs Memorial Scholarship Awarded to a student in high academic standing in the most advanced classes, especially English. Strong preference given to a female student at Lafayette High School. Preference for a student with financial need. Jean Brown Fisk Memorial Scholarship For a female student dedicated to pursuing a Bachelor’s degree and career in the evolving field of Environmental Science and Conservation, and who demonstrates enthusiasm for protecting the natural world. Financial need is a requirement Lauren R. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship For a gifted female student interested in pursuing an engineering or health science/veterinarian career. Having high academic achievement in AP and other courses, this student also has a creative side, compassion for fellow students, humor, and a love of life. Lawrence Weintraub, Esq. Memorial Scholarship For a female student interested in a legal career, who demonstrates pride in academic achievement, fine character and high financial need. Virnell Ann Bruce Scholarship For a female student with financial need Name Requirements Joseph S. & Berna L. Heyman Scholarship For students with financial need who are pursuing college studies in the field of science or mathematics. Amy and Mike Watson 'Workforce Credentials' Scholarship Awarded to a student who plans on attending a Virginia Community College, Trade School or Technical College, pursuing a high-demand, STEM-related career through a certification or associates degree (all industrial trades included). Minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrated financial need. Bruce K. and Joan H. Goodwin Memorial Scholarship For a student pursuing science Frank Davis Memorial Scholarship for a strong student of any of the three high schools interested in a career in a STEM discipline, with preference to a student who is first in his/her family to go to college. Henry S. Branscome Sr. Memorial Scholarship For a Warhill student with financial need who is studying engineering or has an interest in construction management. Jean Brown Fisk Memorial Scholarship For a female student dedicated to pursuing a Bachelor’s degree and career in the evolving field of Environmental Science and Conservation, and who demonstrates enthusiasm for protecting the natural world. Financial need is a requirement John Tregilgas Memorial Scholarship For a student interested in studying engineering, preferably with a demonstrated commitment to community service Larry Dowdy Memorial Scholarship for a student-athlete (preferably basketball player) with a high GPA who will pursue a STEM discipline in college. Lauren R. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship For a gifted female student interested in pursuing an engineering or health science/veterinarian career. Having high academic achievement in AP and other courses, this student also has a creative side, compassion for fellow students, humor, and a love of life. Legacy Financial Group Scholarship For a deserving Warhill student with financial need at Warhill HS with an interest in finance, science or technology. Majorie C. Joseph Memorial Scholarship: Student in good academic standing preferably interested in engineering, with preference given to a student demonstrating financial need. Merle Powell Calculus Scholar For a student who is an outstanding student in AP calculus. Michael S. Herman Memorial Scholarship For a student who has a record of outstanding academic performance, needs financial assistance to continue their education, and plans to pursue an undergraduate degree at a recognized college or university in a STEM discipline. Swain Family Engineering Scholarship For a senior student from any W-JCC high school with a minimum GPA of 3.5 pursuing a degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, nuclear engineering or aeronautical engineering. William J. Lennarz Science Scholarship Applicant's classes, extracurricular or other activities should demonstrate the applicant's interest in pursuing a career in the "hard" sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, biochemistry, virology, pharmacology, medicine, etc.). High Financial Need is a requirement.
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