Salamanca City Central High School

50 Iroquois Drive

Salamanca, NY 14779

(716) 945 2404 ext. 432

Talk to your Counselor

Graduation

Requirements

Cattaraugus County Fire Chiefs Association Scholarship

Monetary Award: 1-$500.00 award.

• An applicant must be either be and active firefighter or the daughter /son of and active firefighter

• a disabled firefighter or the daughter /son of a disables firefighter or

• a daughter /son of a deceased fire fighter

Applicant must meet following criteria:

attend school in the Cattaraugus or immediate area.

have a 2.5 cumulative average through high school

participate in extra curricular activities  of community service nature

Write and essay -500 words detailing "what Volunteerism Means To me"

Deadline: Postmarked by May 1 2008

See guidance for more info.

or

 contact Joni Ensell at 397 1168

Click here for more information and application :

The nomination must be submitted electronically by Midnight CST on March 15, 2008.

• Eligibility: permanent Residents of eight counties of WNY
• accepted for admission to any accredited non-profit colloege or university
• fulltime student/undergraduate studies
• limited funding on the graduate level. 

Student must apply online  at www.cfgb.org

Deadline May 1, 2008

Deadline for support materials June 1, 2008

Strong preference to students who are Pell eligible.

See guidance for applications and more information

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation will be selecting their next class of Scholars in t he upcoming school year.  

Deadline:  October 31, 2008

www.coca-colascholarships.org

Other scholarships available at web

Click here to see eligibility and more information 

For a senior girl of who plans to become a teacher.  See guidance for details

Monetary Award: See Guidance for details

Applicant should include a transcript of grades, copy of her college acceptance letter, a brief description of the applicants prior experiences working with children , and reason why she has chosen to become a teacher. 

Deadline: May 18th 2007

Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation
The following scholarships are administered through the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation.

Application deadline: April 1st.

Click here for a printable application, or see your school’s guidance counselor. You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to view the application from this site.

For More Information Goto : https://www.cattfoundation.org/scholarship.html

You may also see guidance for application

A scholarship fund created in memory of former State Senator Pat McGee will begin issuing awards this year. Established at the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation by family and friends of Senator McGee, the Pat McGee Endowment seeks to carry on the Senator’s mission of improving life in the Southern Tier.

Monetary Award: two $1,000 scholarships will be available to students in Senate district 57 who intend to pursue nursing, at any school, through the Community Foundation.

Eligibility: The 57th district includes Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties as well as Groveland, Mount Morris , North Dansville, Nunda, Ossian, Portage, Sparta and West Sparta . This award is available to both traditional and non-traditional students. Students must maintain at least a C average in order to be eligible for this award.

Deadline: April 15th

Go to www.cattfoundation.org

for applications

Deadline: Application must be received by April 25, 2008 by 5:00pm

Monetary Award: two $1500.00 scholarships

Criteria:

• Must have a GPA of 85 or higher
• Must have good conduct and demonstrate the dedication to pursue and complete a higher education degree
• Must be involved in organized sport(s)
• Must be active in the community service and extracurricular activities, and
• Must demonstrate financial need

See guidance for applications

For any High School Graduate or High School Senior who plans to pursue an Associates Degree at Olean Business Institute after graduation.  Students must major in one of the following fields of study: Accounting Business management, Office Technology, Health Information Specialist, Administrative Professional , Paralegal Computer Technology

Monetary Reward: $1000 for 2007-2008

Deadline : May 1st, 2007

See Guidance for application

Bryson Frank Memorial – Caring Professional Award

The Caring Profession Award is in memory of Byson Frank and is a yearly award in the amount of $500.00 (cash award) for a Salamanca Central High School Senior who is pursuing a career in a caring profession.

A caring profession is considered one of the following fields: Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice (Police officer, Investigator, etc.) Medical Field (EMT, Firefighter, Nurse, and Doctor), Teaching, and Counseling (Guidance, Mental Health, Family, Marital, etc.).

Monetary Award: $500.00 (cash award)

Eligibility:

• Graduating senior from Salamanca Central High School going into one of the above mentioned caring profession fields.

• Must have an average of 80 or above.

See guidance for details.

Submit a typed essay of at least 500 words that mentions what field you are going into and why you are choosing that field.  This essay should also discuss an event in your life that has allowed you to help someone and explain how you helped them and what difference you felt it might have made to them, as well as the effect it had on you.

Deadline: May 19, 2008

Scholarship is a cash awards for $1000.00 presented annually be the Post Journal to a sports participant memory of Frank Hyde, who was sports editor from 1945-1979 

Deadline : Must be received by the Post Journal by May 23rd, 2008

For Applications, Please contact the guidance office.

BBB

Better Business Bureau

Student of Integrity Scholarship Programs

Sponsored by: The law firm of Magavern Magavern Grimm LLP is joining the BBB to sponsor this recognition of a outstanding student who has not only succeeded in academics, but demonstrates community involvement, leadership and ethics.

Deadline: coming soon http://www.upstateny.bbb.org/wnyscholarship07.html

Up to $1000.00 to qualified HS Students

HS Senior attending College Fall Semester 2007

Deadline: March 1st 2007

Click here for more information and the  application

The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who have:

• demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity

• strength of character

• financial need

• a good academic record

• commitment to pursue a college education; and

• a desire to contribute to society

Deadline: October 30, 2006

From more information and

application click here: https://horatioalger.org/scholarships/apply.cfm

BBB

Better Business Bureau

Interested students need to login on -line at:

 http://www.walmartfoundation.org/

Monetary Award:

Non renewable e$1000.00 for the first year o f

undergraduate  study at an approved accredited college or university.

Click on the Education link and then

You must use the access code (SWCS)

Deadline: January 14, 2008

for other options also click

https://www.scholarshipadministrators.net

Interested students need to click on the following link:

http://empirepotatogrowers.com/scholarship.htm

Monetary Award:$500.00 for up to 4 consecutive years

Deadline: On or before January 15th

Download the application as a Word document
Download the application as a pdf file
Empire State Potato Growers Inc.
PO Box 566, Stanley, NY 14561
585/526-5356

Hobart William Smith College

$10,000.00 per year in Scholarships to a Salamanca Graduate

Contact Guidance Counselor

Mrs. Linda Johnson-Davis 

Lelia E. Tupper Writing Scholarship Competition

Monetary Award: $1000.00

Awarded for each of four years at Alfred University.  The purpose of this competition is to discover ability and encourage excellence.

See guidance for details on writing manuscripts Rules or click here.

Click here for entry slips.

Deadline: Postmarked  January 31st 2008 

Annual Amaranth 

Verna Harbeck Memorial Scholarship Olean Court No. 19 Order of the Amaranth

CRITERIA: •senior of high school or central school in Cattaraugus County •grades, PSAT scores, ACT/SAT scores •school activities and community activities •letters of recommendation needed

Monetary Award: between two(2) and five(5) $500 scholarships annually

Deadline is April 25, 2008

See Guidance for an application

Having a relative in a Masonic Organization is not a consideration for this scholarship•a descendent of a member of Olean Court is also eligible wherever they attend high school

Dorothea Deitz Memorial Scholarship Grant

Scholarships sponsored by Women in Physical Education in New York State

Monetary Award:$6500.00, $5500.00, and $4500.00 and in an area without a state  winner one $500.00 scholarship will be awarded.

Goto website for more information

Click here for website

Pat Marvin 

(716) 537-8225

pmarvin@holland.wnyric.org

Click here to see eligibility and more information

The Board of Western New York Safety Conference is offering scholarships of up to $1000.00 to qualified high school students.  

Click here to see eligibility and more information

www.wnysc.com

Click here for more information

or visit the web at:

www.misscheerleaderofamerica.com

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Canisius College Studio Art Scholarships

Numerous $2,000.00 studio art scholarships are available to incoming first-year students  

http://www.canisius.edu/finearts

Click here to see eligibility and more information

Community College Region

To be awarded only students whose parent(s) are affiliated with NEA/NY

Click here for eligibility 

and application form

Request and application from 

AXA Advisors, LLC
325 Essjay Road
Suite 308
Williamsville, NY 14221
Phone: (716) 626-2500
Branch Manager: Louis Nuchereno
Branch Web Site
 

Deadline : February 15, 2008

Click here for more information and application

 DECA  and Partnership Scholarship Awards

Click here for more information :

www.deca.org/schol.html

This scholarship is for a graduate who has a family member associated with the American Legion.

Monetary Award: $500 for 2 students

Deadline Date: May 27th , 2008 To be determined by the American Legion Scholarship Committee

Please see the Guidance Department for details and Applications

Community Foundation For Greater Buffalo

Scholarship Opportunities

Students must apply online at www.cfgb.org

Deadline: May 1st 2007

Deadline for Support Materials (Unmet Need Form and grades) : June 1st, 2007

Strong preference given to students who are Pell eligible.

Eligibility:

• Must be attending college full time

• Current Resident of the eight counties of WNY

• Already accepted for admissions to any accredited non-profit college or university [under code 501(c)(3)]

• Full time student at undergraduate level

• Limited funding on the graduate level.

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Elks National Foundation Legacy Award Scholarship 

You must be a child or a grandchild of a living Elk Member. It is based on scholarship, leadership and financial need.  

Monetary Award: see website

Deadline Date: varies-see website

Please see the Guidance Department for details and Applications

www.elks.org/enf/scholars

Scholarships are available for students  wishing to study in the following fields: 

Forestry, Horticulture, Conservation Environmental Science and Related Fields.   

Qualifications include: must be a resident of the Eight District FGCNYS  Inc. for at least 2 years and must be a member of the class graduating from high school during the year in which the award will be presented.

Basic requirements for award:

1. Have a satisfactory scholastic recod

2. Give promise of professional success.

Monetary Reward:  1000.00

See guidance for application

or

For more information  contact: 

Norma Dowd

48 Carriage Circle

Williamsville, NY 14221

Application deadline 

Students must take the SAT or ACT to be eligible.   

Deadline Date: TBA

Please see the Guidance Department for details and Applications

Empire State Potato Growers

Scholarship Fund

The Empire State Potato Growers Inc. is pleased to announce the availability of a scholarship for undergraduate students, residing in New York state, pursing college studies in New York state, benefiting the agricultural industry. All applications will be considered.

Monetary Award:  $500.00 per academic year up to 4 consecutive years

Deadline Date: postmarked on or before January 15th

Click here for more information and the application

The Austin Snyder Scholarship  

The award of this scholarship will be based solely on financial need plus preference points for county of residency, 4-H membership, and applicants entering Cornell as a freshman, as indicated on the scholarship “Standards and Procedures”.

Monetary Award:  $5,000.00

Deadline Date: TBA

Click here for more information and application

DeadlineDates: TBA

See Guidance for Details

Click Here for Application 

& Part II 

Essay information Here

USA  Today Scholarship 

Deadline Date:TBA

Click Here for Details and Essay Information

Monetary Award: $10,000

Deadline: TBA

For the E-application go to 

www.mbusa.com/about/philanthropy/drive-your-future.do

from the 100 Club of Buffalo

Monetary Award: $2,500

Deadline: TBA

For the Children of Law Enforcement or fire/EMS Personnel

Click here for details

or PDF File

Young Woman in Public Affairs Zonta International Program 

The Goal of Zonta Young Woman in Public Affairs is to encourage more young woman to participate in public and political life by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievements and a dedication to the advancement of the status of woman.

Monetary Award: $500-$1000

Deadline: various dates please check website.

Download application on the below website

www.zonta.org/ywpa

Click here for he application

Applications are available by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to: 

Professional and Business Women of Polonia Scholarship Program

c/o Rita Brown

15 Calla Way 

Cheektowaga, NY 14225

The Purpose is to recognize outstanding athletes n grade 12 from High Schools throughout the Contagious US. 

Applications and more information on line at: 

http://www.whymilk.com/ 

Deadline: see below

New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs and NYS Showpeoples Association 

Purpose: to provide financial assistance to those high school and college students who intend to pursue or who are pursuing higher education in agriculture or an agriculture-related filed.  

Monetary Award: (5) $1000

Deadline: TBA

 See guidance for For more information and and application

Harrington Sanberg Architecture & Engineering, P.C. Scholarship Program 

For student who plans to pursue a career in either Architecture or Mechanical /Electrical Engineering www.harringtonsandberg.com

Monetary Award: $1000.00 for architecture

Deadline: May 1st 2008

See Guidance for application and letter specifics

All information needs to be sent to 

Susan K. Wilcox,

Financial Administration

Harrington Sandberg Architecture & Engineering P.C.

500 East Sixth Street

Jamestown, New York 14701

Zone 14 -Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany County Nurses  

A $200.00 scholarship to students from Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany Counties who are entering a school of nursing: associate Degree, Diploma, or a  a Baccalaureate Program

Monetary Award: $200.00

Deadline: April 18th, 2007

For more information please contact Guidance for application.  Applicant needs to also send transcripts (see guidance)

Monetary Award :$1,000.00.

The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage high school seniors
from Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Wyoming Counties to pursue a career in the
fields of Civil Engineering or Land Surve

Eligibility Click here for Eligibility Criteria

Click here for the Application

Deadline :  no later than June 8, 2007

Please forward all application
material to:
Glenn Cooley, PE
E&M Engineers and Surveyors PC
PO Box 159
Springville, New York 14141

Cattaraugus County Sheriff Employees

Benevolent Association 

2008 Scholarship Program

See Guidance for Application

Monetary Award: $500.00

Deadline: May 23, 2008

Available to any high school senior who is planning on entering the criminal justice or police science field.  It does not apply to students entering in the legal profession.  You must also be a resident of Cattaraugus County.  

From More information Contact:

Joseph C Grube, President

Catt.  Country Sheriff Employee's Benevolent Association

301 Court Street

Little Valley, NY 14755

For Further Questions Please Call        

(716) 938-9191

Application

*2 Awards

Monetary Award: 2 awards at $250.00

Deadline: May 1 2007

See Guidance for Application

The American Legion Scholarship is for a graduate who has a family member associated with the American Legion. 

Any additional Comments please send all responses to:

Mark Hebner

Cattaraugus County scholarship Chairman

368 Palmer Street

Gowanda New York 14070

 OBI Scholarship

Daniel R. McCarthy Memorial Scholarships

Deadline: June 1st, 2008

Monetary Reward: 4 -$500.00

The Recipient will be enrolling in a Post -secondary school majoring in: 

Registered Professional nursing or licensed practical nursing.  

SEE GUIDANCE FOR APPLICATION

Payment will be made upon presentation of the transcripts  of grades s for the first semester of study showing an average grade of "C" (2.5)or better.  Mail the transcripts in the to: 

Kathi Ward Foundation Office

1225 West State Street

Olean, NY 14760

For Further Questions call:      

(716) 372-2106

Deadline: May 9th, 2008 2:30

Monetary Award: $500.00 to at least one student/year

The criteria for selection will be based on the 6 traits that best exemplify the life and spirit of Kyle. They are: character, compassion, sincerity, community service, drive for academic success and athletic participation. Additional consideration will be made for the student who may have the greatest financial need.

Interested students should forward a letter outlining why they feel they exemplify the qualities outlined above.

Applicants should attach a letter of reference from a member of the faculty that has had the applicant in class.

A representative of the Scott family with the cooperation of the HS Principal and Guidance Dept. will make the selection of the award recipient.

 Hibernians Annual  Scholarship Fund Award

Monetary Award: Two(2)  Awards of $1000.00 each and an engraved plague shall be given to qualified High School graduates of the Class of 2008.  

Cash used for education expenses

Requirements: 

• Must be Irish by ancestry or by birth

• Must graduate from a Cattaraugus County high school at the conclusion of 2007-2008 school year

• Must be accepted by a duly accredited institution of higher learning

• Must exemplify Roman Catholic Values.

See Guidance for Application 

Send to: 

AOH

Attn: Scholarship Committee

PO box 37 

Olean, NY 14760

Deadline: June 6th , 2008

National Science Foundation Twenty-First Century Technology Scholarship at Jamestown  

Monetary Award: 3,325 Per year

Students in JCC's Mathematics, engineering Science, digital/computer  technology, information technology, computer information systems, and mechanical technology degree programs will be eligible for up to $3325.00 per year in scholarship support

Deadline: Application submitted by August 1 to JCC

Application materials may be accessed at http://www.sunyjcc.edu/ 

Additional Program information can be obtained by calling -800-388-8557

Monetary Award: $300.00 per Year for 4 years

Deadline: May 9th , 2008

This  is open to any Salamanca Student that is interested in applying for this scholarship.  Student will need to write an essay describing what they have done while in high school.  This should include all activities both school related and those outside of school.  Also they should include what their future educational plans  are such as what they plan on majoring in college as well as where they plan on attending. The students should also explain why they think they would be deserving of this scholarship.   

All completed essays should be turned into the guidance office by May 9th 2:30 PM

James Keenen Memorial Scholarship 2008

The James Keenen Memorial Scholarship is for any senior graduating from Salamanca in June of the current year.

Monetary Award: $100

Deadline:  Turn your completed application in to the Guidance office by May 9th, 2008

Anyone who is interested should complete an essay that tells the committee about themselves. This should include what you have done both in and out of school.

Also include in the essay a discussion of how English has affected you and what influence it has had on you as you have progressed through High School

Mr. Keenen was a very passionate English teacher. Reflecting on how English has affected your life or your years in school is very important.

You also need to explain what you will be doing once you graduate.

Please attach a resume to the essay.

Scholarship available to two High School Students with a  desire to become a family physician

Monetary Award:$1000.00

Deadline: Applications must be received no later than March 20th 2007

Click here for the application online.

The New York Water Environment Association, Inc.

Offers total of  two -$1,500 in Scholarships!

The New York Water Environment Association is sponsoring a a college scholarship program for high school seniors who will enroll in environmental related curriculum.

Monetary Award: two -$1,500

Deadline: post marked no later than March 17th  2008

Click here for application and more information at 

https://www.wnywea.org

...and then scroll down the page to

"Awards and Scholarships

The NYSAAF and the NYSSA annual scholarships are available to all students who are majoring in Agricultural  or fair-management-related filed are eligible.  the student  must also be active in the Cattaraugus County Fair.

Monetary Award: Up to  six (6)  $1000 scholarships to be awarded annually.

Deadline: Student must submit his/her application to the Member Fair by the second Saturday in April.

See Guidance for More Information

or

Click here for more information and applications http://nyfairs.org

or call

Mr. Nell Fellows Scholarship Chairman

716 945 1236

New York State Troopers

This scholarship is offered to one student in Cattaraugus County who will be entering law enforcement fields.

Scholarship recipients will be awarded his/her money after a successful completion of their first semester.  Transcripts from previous semester with his/her registered curriculum for the next semester is required for the scholarship.

Monetary Award: Two hundred($200.00) per student from each county. 

Deadline: May 2, 2008

See Guidance for the application

The Western and Central NY chapter of the Safari Club International scholarship search. 

There are two scholarships available.

Deadline: May 30th 2007

Monetary Award: (2) $1500.00

Requirements: Scholarships will be awarded to senior who are planning to major in :

Forestry

Conservation

Environmental Sciences

Veterinary Medicines

Fisheries and Wildlife Management

See Guidance for Application

Recipients are selected based on academic achievements and volunteer work.

• More than 1,700 scholarships will be awarded
• Total amount awarded: more than $2.7 million
• Scholarships go to high school seniors who are entering a U.S. college, university or technical center in the fall immediately following their senior year
• Applications are available on line from December 31, 2006 through February 15, 2007

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Click here for more information and an application

https://bestbuy.scholarshipamerica.org

Deadline: Apply by February 15th – no late applications accepted!

For college bound students in their senior year of high school who have a commitment to pursue a bachelor of science degree at an accredited.

Monetary awards:

1st place 3000.00

2nd place 2000.00

3rd place 1000.00

Based on academic excellence, community involvement, leadership abilities, and ethical behavior. 

See guidance for applications:

All parts need to be mailed to :

Ellen Tucker

BBB Foundation Director

741 Delaware Avenue

Buffalo, NY 14209

Ron Brown Scholar Program

On behalf of the CAP charitable Foundation (USA)

For academically talented, highly motivated African American students who are currently senior in high school and plan to pursue undergraduate degree full-time. Students must be U.S. citizens or hold permanent resident visa cards.

Monetary Award:

$10,000 a year for four years

Deadline:

Two Dates

November 1st : will be eligible for Ron Brown Scholarship and other scholarships

 January 9th : will be eligible for Ron Brown Scholarship only

Please print application from

www.ronbrown.org

email:  mailto:franh@ronbrown.org

For Male and Female  High School Students  who excel in academics, athletics and student leadership.

Click here for Criteria and Application

Deadline: Nominations are due October 1st, 2007

BBB

Student Integrity Scholarship

The Better Business Bureau “Student of Integrity Award” recognizes a college bound student in their senior year of High School who exemplifies the Bureau’s standards of ethics and integrity. It is open to High School Seniors who plan to attend an accredited college or university in the Fall of 2008.

Monetary awards:

Two students who reside in the Upstate NY area will each receive a $1000 scholarship.

Definition of Ethics: the discipline dealing with what is good and bad and with moral

duty and obligation

To Apply:

1. Please fill out the entry form in its entirety.

2. Answer the following essay topic: Please describe to us in 500 words or less an

ethical dilemma you faced and its outcome. (No fictional anecdotes will be accepted)

Procedure

Please submit 6 copies of your application and essay. Send all parts in one

mailing to:

Ellen Tucker,

Better Business Bureau Foundation,

741 Delaware Ave,

Buffalo, NY 14209.

Criteria: Applicants will only be evaluated on the merits of their essay. Decisions of the

Judges are subjective and final.

Deadline

 postmarked no later than January 14, 2008.

Click here for the application

Burger King

BURGER KING® Scholars awards assist students who work part-time and excel academically. Since 2000, the BURGER KING® Scholars Program has granted more than 11,000 scholarships throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Monetary awards:

Awards of $1,000 each are sponsored annually by the fundraising efforts of Burger King Corporation, BURGER KING® franchisees, and our restaurant guests. An additional 121 BURGER KING® Scholars awards are also granted from the Foundation endowment to graduating high school seniors.

Deadline:

February 15th 2008

To learn more about the BURGER KING® Scholars Program or your eligibility, click here.

To Apply:

Apply to become a BURGER KING® Scholar

Questions?