2019-2020 SAHS Community Scholarships

Scholarship requires completion of the “financial information” section of the application.

*All applicants/recipients must be a senior/graduate of Stillwater Area High School.  

Scholarships Description of Scholarships and Requirements

  The Berggren Scholarships are for any University of Minnesota campus.

Three winners for each category: $10,000, $7,500 & $5,000 distributed over 4 years.

YOU CAN APPLY FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE BUT YOU CAN ONLY RECEIVE ONE. All Berggren scholarships minimally require: an acceptance letter to any U of M campus; Twin Cities, Crookston, U of M-Duluth, Morris or the Rochester Campus. (you may turn-in acceptance letter at a future date if you have not received it by due date)

You may apply for as MANY Berggren Scholarships as you want, (as long as you meet the individual requirements for each scholarship), but may be awarded only one scholarship. Even if you are undecided about your college choice and have applied at a U of M campus, we encourage you to apply for these scholarships. NOTE: PSEO Students – Berggren scholarship money may be distributed according to the number of credits needed to fulfill your undergraduate degree. In other words, the money from this scholarship is based on a 4 year education, so if you finish in 3 years, you will forfeit the money for the 4th year of education.

Berggren Academic 

Scholarship 

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

Requirements: ● GPA of 3.5 or higher through the 1st Semester of their senior year. ● Submit a two-page statement of your educational plans as they relate to your career goals.

This is a major component in the selection process.

Top Candidates will be notified and will then prepare a three to five minute speech and answer selected questions at a special meeting before a committee of staff members from SAHS.

 

Berggren Arts 

Scholarship 

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

Applicants will submit samples of his/her artistic work. A music student will perform with an accompanist an 8 to 12 minute selection. An art student is to submit a portfolio with 8 works; these must be original artistic creations displayed in an appropriate and professional manner, (for example, matted.) SUBMIT YOUR PORTFOLIO TO THE ART DEPT. BY March 29, 2019. On the day of the scholarship, the applicant will appear before a panel of three to five committee members to perform or to present his/her portfolio. This portion will count 40% toward determining the winner of the scholarship. After performing or presenting the portfolio, a prompt will be given. Each applicant will have 90 minutes to create an artistic response in one medium or interdisciplinary media. The applicant will have up to three minutes to present this response and seven minutes to discuss his/her creative solution. The creative problem will count 40% in determining the winner of the scholarship. 10% will be based on letters of recommendation and the remaining 10% will be judged on overall impression.

Berggren 

Beneficent  

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

 

Applicants must submit a one-page, essay on factors such as a personal crisis in your family, unemployment of parent/guardian, or other related factors that might have affected your financial plans for your post-secondary education. Please include your educational plans as they relate to your career goals.

Requirements: ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application.

 

Berggren 

Lamplighter  

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

Requirements: ● Read Arthur Berggren's statement defining "Lamplighter" and explaining the "Lamplighter"

scholarship. ● Write and submit an essay of 300 words or less outlining your goals and your ability to

make a difference as a "Lamplighter."

The Arthur E. Berggren - Lamplighter Scholarship Statement

Today, we can put man on the moon, but man still huddles fearfully in the dark ages. All of earth's children are afraid of the darkness because there are hobgoblins out there whom they think will do them harm. And the hobgoblins fear us because they think we want to kill them. But since everyone knows that hobgoblins can exist only in the dark, we can banish fear by simply lighting up the world. And there is hope. From every corner of the world, voices of reason are being heard. They are the lamplighters who begin to brighten the hopes of humanity. Our world needs many lamplighters. Teachers who care can lead the way. Statesmen must replace our politicians. Journalists should educate. But if the senior class of Stillwater Area High School and the University of Minnesota can produce a super lamplighter . . . that would be even better than being #1 in football. During April of your graduating year, representative senior students will be asked to choose a winner of this scholarship; the classmate whom they think may in one way or another, make a difference; a dreamer who has the intelligence, the courage and the will to make dreams come true. Without a crystal ball, it is very hard to know how tall one of your classmates may grow . . . but students are often very good judges of their peers.

- Arthur E. Berggren *Your application and essay will be read and ranked by a committee of senior class members selected for this purpose. Student names on the essays will be blacked out during the processing of this scholarship because of confidentiality. This committee will also consider the personal qualities of the applicants to determine which one best fits Arthur Berggren's definition of a "Lamplighter" for this class. The senior class is given great responsibility, and students in the class become importantly involved. Arthur Berggren said “I wrote the hobgoblin piece to lead the student body into serious thought.” “Today, greed seems to have dethroned decency. Hopefully, my statement may encourage parents to remind young minds that helping one another should come back in style.”

Berggren Math 

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

Requirements: ● GPA in mathematics of 3.30 or higher with an overall GPA of at least 3.30 ● Currently enrolled in or have completed a course in Calculus. ● Submit a well thought-out paragraph for each of the following describing your reasons for

wanting a Berggren Scholarship. (This is a major component in the selection process) ❖ What are your career goals? ❖ Why is an understanding of mathematics important to our society? Please describe

in your own words. ❖ Why are you interested in a career in mathematics, and what do you have to gain

from your experience at the University of Minnesota?

The top candidates will be notified and scheduled for an interview at a special meeting of the Berggren Math Scholarship Committee.

Berggren  

Social Studies 

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

Requirements: ● GPA of 3.00 or higher. ● The number and level of Social Studies classes taken at the high school will also be taken

into consideration. ● You must have taken at least one elective social studies course or a social studies AP

class. ● Please answer the following question: What role should the United States play in world

affairs in an ever-changing world? The scholarship committee will read, review and rank the applicant’s written work. The top candidates will be invited to an oral interview. A series of questions will be asked that will be used in conjunction with the written work for the final applicant ranking. The committee's decision will be based on a combination of teacher recommendations, the written essay and the oral interview.

Berggren Spoken & 

Written Word 

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

Requirements: ● Applicants must submit a portfolio that contains five samples of his/her written works

ranging from the formal to the imaginative. ● Copies must be clean and free of any teacher comments. ● The student must include a signed statement verifying that all work in the portfolio is

original. ● Submit only one sample of written work from each of the following categories: personal

essay, short story or narrative, poem, academic or thesis paper, journalistic or editorial writing, autobiography, humorous writing, or speech script or one-act play. Students should identify which category each sample represents. Please include the portfolio with your application.

Applicants will be asked to write a supervised impromptu essay and present an assigned speech at a date and time to be announced. The essay topic will be selected in advance by the scholarship committee. The speech should be a minimum of four minutes but not exceed eight minutes. The committee’s decision will be based on a combination of teacher recommendations, a portfolio of writings, an impromptu essay, and an original oral presentation.

Berggren Young 

Scientist 

Scholarship 

 

$10,000 

$7,500 

$5,000 

Requirements: ● GPA in science of 3.30 or higher and an overall GPA of at least 3.30. ● Submit a well thought-out paragraph for each of the following describing your reasons for

wanting a Berggren scholarship. (This is a major component in the selection process) ❖ What are your career goals? ❖ Why is science research important to our society? Please describe in your own

words. ❖ Why are you interested in a career in science and what do you hope to gain from

your experience at the University of Minnesota? Applicants must mention in their paragraphs any research experience they may have been involved with i.e., science fairs, science clubs, science projects. This research experience must be validated by a teacher signature. Everyone must attend the date (TBD) that is set for the Berggren Science interviews- NO Exceptions!

Chuck Anderson 

Scholarship Fund 

 

$500 (2) 

The purpose of this scholarship is in recognition, honor and memory of Chuck Anderson. A senior girl & boy SAHS tennis player whose achievement and character indicate that she/he possesses the dedication/competitiveness that Chuck Anderson had will be awarded this scholarship. Coach Chuck Anderson always made sure having fun was a major part of the equation for his players and team.He compiled more than 1,000 victories before passing away in the fall of 2005 at the age of 69.

Evelyn Elizabeth 

& Russell Karl 

Anderson 

Scholarship Fund 

$1000 

This scholarship has been established through the St. Croix Foundation. It is awarded to a student who will be attending a 2-year or Vocational/Technical school after high school.

Otto Bonestroo 

Scholarship 

 

$2500 (2) 

The Bonestroo scholarship is dedicated to a vision of doing more than just what is required. It exemplifies doing that little extra to help make a better future for all of us. . Requirements:

● College letter of acceptance. ● GPA of 3.0 – 3.6 ● Interest in pursuing a degree in Engineering, Technology, Science or Law.

Jimmy Castillon 

Memorial 

 

$500 (2) 

Jimmy Castillon died in a car accident the summer before his senior year at Stillwater Area High School. Jimmy will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, his love of movies, and football, but most of all for his kindness and generosity toward others. Jimmy had a strong sense of what was right and what was wrong and was very involved in his church youth group. Scholarships have been established in his honor. Students who are involved in youth groups, volunteer in their community, and are a part of clubs that make a difference in a person’s life, are encouraged to apply.

Requirements: ● Attend a 4-year, vocational, or 2-year post-secondary institution. ● A 500 word essay on “A Positive Impact you want to make in the future” is required.  

Community Thread 

Scholarship 

 

$500 

 

 

 

Community Thread is a local organization committed to improving the quality of life for adults and their families through connecting volunteers with programs supporting those in need. This $500 scholarship is awarded annually in the spring to a graduating SAHS senior who exemplifies a strong commitment to local, community volunteerism.

Requirements: ● GPA of 2.75–3.4 ● Attend a 2 or 4 year post-high school education program. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application. ● Students must submit a brief, 1-2 page essay on how his/her volunteerism has made an

impact on their personal life and their community – as well as how they plan to integrate volunteerism into their future plans.

● A complete listing of volunteer efforts and hours should be included.

DiaSorin Inc. 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 (2) 

These scholarships will be awarded to students who are intending to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology or Science.

Requirements: ● Your high school curricula should show classes in science ● GPA of 3.0 or higher. ● Applications should include a short essay on, “Why you are interested in Engineering,

Technology or Science and what your educational and career goals are”. ● Letter of acceptance to a college or university. ● It's also important candidates are well rounded, so we want a clear picture of what their

community service, work and extracurricular activities are and have been.

Jon Francis 

Foundation 

Scholarship 

 

$4000 

Jon Francis, class of 2000 graduate of Stillwater Area High School, was a three sport athlete in cross country running, track and Nordic skiing. While serving as a Youth Minister in Utah and Idaho Jon died in a mountain climbing accident in Idaho, on July 15, 2006. His parents created the Jon Francis Foundation in honor of Jon's life and ministry.

Requirements: ● GPA of 3.0 or higher. ● Read the Award Winning Memoir, "Bringing Jon Home" (pdf version in Schoology). ● Respond to the three question essay with a total length of between 250 and 500 words.

❖ Describe how you felt after reading "Bringing Jon Home" ❖ Briefly describe Jon's ministry. What did Jon Scatter? ❖ What do you hope to do in the future to "scatter", to make a positive difference in

the world and to touch and inspire others?

The recipient of this scholarship will receive $1000 each year.

Emmett Jean 

Noland 

Scholarship 

 

$500 (2) 

It’s the smallest things that take up the most room in our hearts. Emmett Jean Noland was the courageous son of Patrick and Jessica Noland and adored brother of Oliver. Our focus is providing yearly scholarships for kids to further their education in the fields of Technology, Engineering and/or Science. Requirements:

● Attended Oak- Land Middle School. ● Attending a post-high school education program focusing on Technology, Engineering

and/or Science. ● Actively involved in technology education while attending Stillwater Area Public Schools. ● Submit a personal statement (300-500 words) on how your passion in Technology,

Engineering or Science was formed.

The Stippel 

Humanities Advanced 

Placement Award 

 

$600 

Courses that immerse in the in-depth study of the humanities encourage the critical thinking and communication skills that cultivate a more nuanced understanding of ourselves and the world in which we live, allowing for a richness of life otherwise not achieved. The Advanced Placement humanities encourage the development of the soft skills necessary for individuals to maximize success—regardless of the career path they choose. A merit-based scholarship, this award is intended for an exceptional student of the Advanced Placement study of the humanities.

Requirements: ● Successful completion of AT LEAST 3 of the following Advanced Placement courses:

❖ AP Human Geography ❖ AP World History ❖ AP U.S. History ❖ AP Government and Politics ❖ AP Language and Composition ❖ AP Literature and Composition

● Graded writing samples from 2 of the MOST RECENT of the 3 classes you have chosen

from the above list. Writing samples must include the writing prompt to which you were responding, the class for which the sample was written, and the grade your writing earned.

● 300-word response to the following prompt: Taking into consideration your experience in the core areas of the Advanced Placement humanities program, in what regard (s) has/have this study demanded that you grapple with complex issues, and how has such struggle enlightened you? Avoid speaking ONLY about 1 class or a single unit of study. Rather, reflect on your comprehensive AP Humanities experience.

● Panel Interview.

Greater Stillwater 

Chamber of 

Commerce 

Scholarship 

 

$500 (2) 

One scholarship will be awarded to a student attending a 4-year college for business, and one will be awarded for a student entering the trades. Requirements:

● Accepted into a two or four year post-secondary program. ● Show a diverse involvement in their community. ● Must give 40 hours of community service efforts. ● GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Geri Hamrock 

Memorial 

Scholarship 

 

$750 

  

Geri had a lifelong love of music, theater, science and nature. She was an alto in the Concert Choir, a member of Vagabonds, and did volunteer work at the Science Museum of Minnesota-St. Croix Watershed Research Station. Geri would have been a 2014 graduate, but passed away in November 2012. She was kind to all she met, she cared greatly for others and was always ready to help and offer encouragement to her fellow students. Requirements:

● Applicants must be accepted into a 4-year undergraduate program at an accredited post-secondary institution.

● High school curricula should show membership in the Concert Choir. ● Write a short essay that demonstrates accomplishments in music along with the meaning

that music brings to your life, and your plans for pursuing music in college.

Hulings 

Scholarship of HRK 

Foundation 

 

$4000 

 

 

 

This $4,000 award is given to one student in the first year, and is renewable at the same level for up to 4 years. The recipient is eligible for renewal provided they attend an accredited university, college, community college or approved trade school provided, maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher (“C” average) and full- time enrollment status. Priority will be given to first generation college students, indigenous students, and students of color. The Hulings Scholarship was established by Betty and A.D. (Bill) Hulings in 1972. It was the desire of Betty and Bill Hulings not to impose a rigid set of standards or guidelines to determine which student will receive the award. Rather, their primary recommendations were that this scholarship be awarded to a student who demonstrates academic drive, might not be able to pursue higher education without financial assistance, and, in the opinion of the selection committee, is deserving of such an award. Requirements:

● Acceptance to an accredited two- or four-year post-secondary program. ● Awards are based on financial need, community engagement, and leadership. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application.

Upon receipt of the Hulings Scholarship award, new recipients are required to contact HRK Foundation and provide the name and address of the college’s financial aid office, along with the phone number and name of the financial aid contact person. All scholarship payments are made directly to the financial aid office for the student’s tuition and fees. We also require that the

scholarship recipient contact Foundation Administrator Liz Coughlin at HRK Foundation after the

award ceremony. We would prefer to be contacted before the end of the school year, but no

later than July 15th. If we do not hear from the recipient by July 15th, the student may be

disqualified from receiving scholarship funds for that academic year.

Jean DeCurtins & 

John DeCurtins 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 (2) 

 

 

  

Jean and John DeCurtins are brothers that graduated from Stillwater Area High School. Their scholarship seeks to support a student that may not otherwise have the opportunity to pursue their dreams. Applicant must attend a 2 or 4 year post-secondary institution and pursue a career field that helps others. Two students will be awarded $1,000 each. Requirements:

● Financial need is a primary factor, complete the “financial information” section of the application.

● Pursuing 2 or 4 year degree ● Career in the helping profession (ex: teacher, physical therapist, nurse, teacher’s aide,

radiologist, counselor, social worker, law enforcement, criminal justice, home health aide, paralegal, emergency medical technician)

Kopp Family 

Foundation 

Scholarship 

$500 (3) 

 

Requirements: ● GPA of 2.70 to 3.30. ● Scholarships are awarded for both 2-year/vocational-technical programs and for 4-year

accredited colleges or universities. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application.

Lake Elmo Bank 

Community 

Scholarship 

Lake Elmo Bank is a local, community bank with a tradition of community commitment. This $500 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating SAHS senior wishing to pursue a degree either from a 4-year college or a 2-year vocational technical college. Applicant must exemplify a

 

$500 

 

commitment to the community through volunteer efforts or involvement with a local community organization.

Requirements: ● GPA of 2.5 ● One-page essay on their community involvement and how this scholarship will benefit their

education plans. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application.

Lake Elmo V.F.W. 

Irrevocable Trust 

Scholarship Fund 

 

$5000 

 

 

Several scholarships, totalling approximately $5000 will be awarded on the basis of academic status, co-curricular achievement and good citizenship. The purpose of the scholarship includes promoting and encouraging higher education for those individuals whose achievement and character have indicated that they possess the qualities necessary to achieve excellence in higher education.

Requirements: ● All applicants and recipients must be in high school or a graduate of Stillwater Area High

School, or a child of a Lake Elmo V.F.W. member, or Auxiliary member ● Be in the top 50% of their graduating class, have a GPA of 2.0 or higher. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application. ● Two letters of recommendation, ONE from a school source and ONE non-school

source...no family members. Once selected, a student maintaining a “C” average or its equivalent as indicated by official record will be eligible to apply for a renewal of this scholarship for up to three (3) additional years. Application for renewal is solely the responsibility of the student.

Lakeview Health 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 

The Lakeview Foundation has established a $1,000.00 scholarship. This scholarship is for either a 2-year or 4-year school.

Requirement: ● Served as a Lakeview Health (including Foundation, Hospital, Clinic, and Hospice)

volunteer or as a Lakeview Health/Hospital Explorers Program participant.

Rebecca Ann 

Leverty 

Scholarship 

 

$500 

Becky was a Paraprofessional in ISD 834 for 21 years and was stricken at age 55 with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) from which she did not survive. Appropriate applicants will be male or female students at Stillwater Area High School who have had a parent or themselves be affected by a life threatening disease.

Requirements:

● Accepted at a 2 or 4 year undergraduate program at an accredited post-secondary institution.

● GPA of 3.0 or higher. ● Respond to the following essay questions in 250 - 500 words: How has the impact of a life

threatening disease to you or an immediate family member influenced you to pursue your higher education and what will being awarded this scholarship mean to you?

Gary and Mary 

Malmquist 

Scholarship Fund 

 

$20,000 

 

This $5,000 scholarship fund is awarded each year for four years (therefore, it is $20,000 total). It was established to assist graduates of the Stillwater Area HIgh School to attend a post-secondary Minnesota or Wisconsin State institution of higher education. Institutions include colleges, universities, trade schools, vocational schools or community colleges. Requirements:

● "C" average or higher. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application. ● Please include a brief paragraph about why you want and need this scholarship.

Ken Meister 

Memorial 

Scholarship 

 

$500 

This scholarship is for students attending any U of M campus majoring in education. This scholarship is in honor of Kenneth Meister. Ken was a dedicated civil engineer and University of Minnesota Institute of Technology Alumni. He was the first in his family to graduate with a Bachelor’s degree and stressed the value of good education to his children and grandchildren. Requirement:

● Students must be attending any of the U of Minnesota campuses majoring in education.

 

Midwest Vending 

Voc-Tech 

$500 

Midwest Vending supports students at Stillwater Area High School by offering a scholarship to assist a graduate in furthering their education at vocational/technical, apprenticeship or alternative education programs.

Requirements: ● Applicants must be attending a vocational/technical apprenticeship or alternative education

program. ● Essay responding to the prompt, "Why is a Post-Secondary Education Important to You?"

Minnesota Deer 

Hunters Association 

Scholarship 

(MDHA-St. Croix 

Valley Chapter) 

$500 

Requirements: ● GPA of 2.5 on 4.0 scale ● 1 to 2 page essay - Why you’re a good investment, experience in conservation and

preservation, and why deer hunting is important to you. ● Copy of current hunting license. ● Copy of current MDHA membership card.

This is a $500 award to a student going into a two-year or four-year post high school program.

Richard N. (Dick) 

Olsen Memorial 

 

$1500 

 

Dick was a 1953 graduate of Stillwater High School and a lifelong Stillwater Pony sports fan. He was a three-sport, all-conference athlete in football, basketball, and track.

Requirements:

● Must be a senior Pony football athlete (JV or Varsity). ● Have a minimum of 48 hours of community service within the last calendar year. ● Must submit a letter of recommendation on church letterhead from a priest, pastor, minister, faith

leader, or youth minister, explaining how the applicant has participated as a member of the faith community.

● GPA of 2.0 or higher. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application, which would give the applicant

extra selection points.

The $1,500. scholarship will be granted for acceptance at a community college, trade school, online, or four-year college. Dick was a man with a golden heart that made "dreams come true" for many in the St. Croix Valley.

Mark Ostertag 

Community Service 

Memorial 

 

$500 

Mark Ostertag was a 2000 graduate of Stillwater Area High School. He earned a Carpentry Diploma from MN State College Southeast Technical and a Construction Electricity Diploma from St. Paul College. In addition to working as an electrician, Mark was also very involved in the community. He was a member of the Bayport City Council and Bayport Fire Department. In these roles he was very active in giving back to the community that he so dearly loved. Sadly, Mark died tragically in 2012. We would like to honor his pride in working in the trades by helping future student pursue vocational/technical careers and honor his memory by awarding a scholarship to someone who has been involved in his/her community.

Requirements: ● Write an essay explaining why you chose to become involved in community service and

how the particular community organization was chosen. ● GPA of 3.0 or higher. ● Plans on attending a post-secondary school.

Mark Ostertag 

Voc-Tech Memorial 

$500 

Requirements: ● Applicant must write a short essay explaining what drew them to pursue a career in trades. ● GPA of 2.5 or higher. ● Pursue a career in the trades at an accredited vocational/technical institute.

Palmer-Rathert 

Medical 

 

Up to $2500 (2) 

  

Applicant who is enrolling in an undergraduate program with the intention of attending medical school. Two non-renewable scholarships of $2,500 will be awarded each year with $1,000 to be paid during the student's freshman year and $1,500 paid upon enrollment in medical school.

Requirements: ● 3.5 GPA or higher. ● 3 years of science and math. ● Selection will be based on academic performance, leadership, and expressed interest in a

career as a doctor. ● Include a short essay on your plans as a medical student.

Please only apply if you are planning on a career as a physician or medical researcher (physical therapy, nursing students, do not qualify for this scholarship).

Para-Professional 

#834 Scholarship 

 

$500 

 

Applicant who is a child/dependent or grandchild of an ISD #834 Para-professional (Full-Share Member) is eligible to apply.

Requirements: ● Must provide name of relative and place of employment. ● Each applicant is required to submit a "Personal Goals/Accomplishments" essay ● Minimum GPA of 2.5 ● Completely fill out the “financial information” section of the application.

The recipient of this $500 scholarship must plan on attending a post-high accredited college, technical school, trade school or community college. Incomplete applications will not be considered and NO letters of recommendation needed.

Francis & Eunice 

Petersen Memorial 

Scholarship 

$500 

 

Francis (Frank) and Eunice Petersen were long-time residents of Stillwater and firm believers in higher education. This scholarship is given in memory of them by their five children, all of whom graduated from Stillwater High School. This scholarship is solely based on financial need.

Requirements: ● You must be attending a 4-year college. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application.

Ponies Touchdown 

Club Scholarship 

 

$1000 (2) 

  

Stillwater Area High School senior football players have the opportunity to apply for two $1,000.00 scholarships (one is for a 4-year school and the other is for a 2-year school) established by the Ponies Touchdown Club.

Requirements: ● Submit a personal statement (300-500 words) as to why he feels he would be a good

candidate for the scholarship and what football has meant to him. Please explain how the Stillwater football program has impacted you as a student/athlete.

Dr. Greg Seftick 

Wilderness 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 

One $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a male or female alpine skier. Greg was a 1998 graduate of Stillwater High School who died in an avalanche in Grand Teton National Park in April, 2011. He competed on the Alpine Ski Teams at Stillwater and at St. Olaf College. Greg developed his skills during these years and became a passionate backcountry skier. He loved the mountains and the wilderness. Applicants should have a similar love of nature.

Requirements: ● A one page essay discussing a wilderness experience or a passion for the mountains is

required. ● GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Speaks Family 

Scholarship 

$500 

 

A $500.00 Scholarship has been established at the St. Croix Valley Community Foundation.

Requirements: ● Actively involved in drama and theatre at SAHS. ● The student must be attending a four year college or university. ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application.

St. Paul Lutheran 

“HCM” Memorial 

Scholarship 

 

$2500 (2) 

St. Paul Lutheran "HCM" Memorial Scholarship- This scholarship was created to honor a "special" member of our congregation. A man with a quiet commitment to helping others. We offer 2 scholarships per year (1 Male, 1 Female) to graduating Stillwater Area High School seniors entering accredited (2 or 4 year) college or trade schools. Each recipient will receive a "one time" gift of $2500.

Requirements: ● Essay of 300 words or less, on the "importance of helping other". ● Letter of Acceptance.

St. John’s 

University/College 

of St. Benedict’s 

Educational Fund 

Scholarship 

 

$5000/year 

 

 

  

The award for this scholarship is $5,000 each year for four years for a male or female student who plan on attending St. John's University/College of St. Benedict are eligible to apply.

Requirements: ● Recipients will be selected on the basis of scholarly attainment of 3.0 GPA or above. ● Strength of character, demonstration of creativity, and acceptance as a full-time, first-year

student at St. John’s University or The College of St. Benedict. ● An essay stating your educational plans as they relate to your career goals is required. ● The FAFSA form must also be completed and mailed to St. John's/St. Benedict. ● Demonstrate financial need for renewal of this scholarship each year. Complete the

“financial information” section of the application. The finalists will meet with the Building Leadership Team for an interview in which the student will present a 1 - 2 minute speech (topic to be determined).

Stillwater Area 

Kiwanis Club 

 

$500 (2) 

Stillwater Kiwanis was established in 2012 and is part of the global Kiwanis organization of volunteers. Through their service, Kiwanis members are dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. They develop youth as leaders, raise funds for pediatric research and much more. Great things happen when you give a child a chance to learn, experience, dream, and succeed.

Requirements: ● Active in Key Club through their senior year. ● Will be attending a post-secondary school. ● GPA of 2.75 or above. ● Receiving the Key Club letter for service under the current guidelines.

The Stillwater 

Lions Scholarship 

 

$1000 

  

The Stillwater Lions Club is giving the Father Tom Phillips Memorial Scholarship as an acknowledgement of his service as their Secretary-Treasurer for 26 years. The Lions Club motto is "We serve" and Father Tom emulated this.

Requirements: ● Applicants must live in the Stillwater area. ● Have an educational plan that includes college or another accredited training program ● Essay about their community service or plans for community service.

We will look favorably on applicants who have struggled to overcome physical limitations, such as those with hearing loss, vision problems, diabetes or other impairments.

St. John’s Lodge #1 

Masonic 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 (2-3) 

Scholarship(s) will be awarded to a Stillwater High School graduating senior who has a Masonic affiliation, (i.e. father is a Mason, uncle is a Shriner, mother is in Eastern Star, etc.). Requirements:

● Please state the Lodge your family member is affiliated with.

Stillwater Rotary 

Club Scholarship 

 

$1000 (3) 

  

All three $1,000 scholarships will be awarded annually to students who exemplify Rotary’s motto

of “Service Above Self.” At least one of the scholarships will be awarded to a student going to a

school other than a traditional four-year college.

Requirements: ● A record of service and leadership ● Essay (maximum 500 words) stating future goals.

Yellow Ribbon 

Alliance Lower 

St. Croix Valley 

 

$700 (3) 

The Yellow Ribbon Alliance Lower St. Croix Valley offers non-renewable scholarships each year to students graduating from our area. The student must reside in the St. Croix Valley. Up to 3- $700 scholarship will be awarded depending on the number of students applying. The scholarships are not limited to organization members or their immediate families.

The parameters for the scholarship: Option 1. Reside in the St. Croix Valley, and from a military family whose parents or grandparents are in active U.S. Military or are a Veteran with general, honorable or medical discharge. (Submit a copy of parent’s/grandparent’s discharge paperwork).

Option 2. Send a copy of your signed enlistment papers into the Military reserves or National Guard. (Money will be held until attending school)

Other Requirements: ● 200 word essay describing your service to others or how a military person influenced you. ● Accepted to college or technical school.

Century College 

Presidential 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 

The Century College Presidential Scholarship is a $1000 scholarship applied over two semesters. It is awarded to students who have already applied and been accepted to Century and have demonstrated a commitment to leadership and community service. What is unique about this scholarship is that the high school may choose one student based on the criteria of the scholarship, without any input from the college.

Afton Bayport 

Lakeland Lions 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 (2) 

The Afton Bayport Lakeland Lions club is offering two $1000 scholarships.

Requirements: ● Lives in Afton, Bayport, or Lakeland ● GPA of 3.0 or higher ● Accepted to a post-secondary institution ● Essay of 250 - 500 words highlighting a personal story of leadership in volunteerism,

demonstrating the Lion's motto of "We serve".

Sandy Gibson 

Anderson Memorial 

Scholarship Fund 

 

$1000 

Sandy Gibson Anderson was a beloved mother, sister, wife, and friend to all. Her actions reflected an insurmountable love for life which she passed down to her two children. To Sandy, education was of utmost importance but never came before her love for family. She lost the battle to breast cancer in 2015, but her memory persists in the passions of her loved ones. Requirements:

● GPA of 3.0 or higher. ● Attending a 4-year public or private university/college. ● Have been affected directly (themselves) or indirectly (parent or sibling) with a life

threatening disease and submit a 500 word essay reflecting on their experience and how it shaped them.

Friends of the  

St. Croix Valley 

 

$1000 

 

 

Friends of the St. Croix Valley is offering a scholarship for students who are involved in volunteer service: community, school, religious, etc. The scholarship may be used at an accredited university, college, community college, or technical school. It will be awarded without regard to race, creed, gender, or national origin. Preference will be given to students demonstrating financial need. Requirements:

● Minimum GPA 2.5 ● Complete the “financial information” section of the application. ● Acceptance letter.

Women’s Business 

Bridge to Success 

 

$1000 (2) 

Stillwater Area High School senior females have the opportunity to apply for one of the 2 - $500.00 scholarships established in 2016 by the Women’s Business Bridge organization. This scholarship is available to a student planning on attending a post-secondary school, two year or vocational institution.

Requirements:

● Each applicant must submit a personal statement as to why she feels she would be a good candidate for this scholarship. This statement should be 300-500 words and address one of the following:

- What are three short and long term goals you have?

- What have you mastered that you are really proud of? (learning to snowboard, read a significant book, aced an exam, won a fishing contest, went on a mission trip).

● Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher required.

As leaders in our community, the women of WBB play an active and vital role in local events and charities. WBB provides women of the St. Croix Valley the opportunity, education and motivation to grow and succeed in business. In addition to the $500 scholarship, the following is included:

● Recipient plus one guest’s entrance to the Women’s Business Bridge Women’s Conference held at Stillwater’s Water Street Inn on TBD.

● 1 year membership to Women’s Business Bridge. We meet on the second Friday of each month at Mallards restaurant from 8 – 9:30 a.m.

St. Croix 

Education Future 

Educator  

 

$2500 

The St. Croix Education Association (SCEA) proudly calls the teachers and other certified educators of Stillwater Area Schools its members. In order to honor the field of education and its dedicated members, the SCEA has established a $2500 scholarship to recognize a graduating senior of Stillwater Area High School who plans to pursue the field of education in college. The scholarship shall be awarded in two installments. The selected graduating senior will receive $1000 during his/her first year of college. The remaining $1500 will be paid to the awardee when he/she begins student teaching in order to help offset expenses incurred during that portion of the education program. Requirements:

● GPA 3.0 or higher ● Attend a 2 or 4-year college ● Intention to pursue education as a major or program of study ● Respond to two brief essays, no more than 250 words for each.

Question 1: Explain why you wish to pursue a career in education. Question 2: Describe a teacher from your educational experience who represents the kind

of teacher you hope to be. *Please note: By applying to the SCEA Future Educators Scholarship, you grant the SCEA the right to use your essay responses in future publicity and to share them with any educator mentioned in the essays.

LoAnn Johnson 

Memorial 

Scholarship 

 

$1000

LoAnn worked at Stillwater Area High School for over 30 years, spending her final years as a Registrar where scholarships were of her utmost priority. LoAnn enjoyed helping students in the process of applying for scholarships and college. She could often be found searching out potential scholarship candidates. When not helping kids with their post secondary plans, she spent countless hours selling tickets to events and cheering on the Pony athletes. Sadly, her career was cut short due to Alzheimer’s Disease which robbed her of her continued plans as part of the SAHS staff.

Requirements:

● GPA: 3.0 or higher ● Active member in sports/activities ● Plan to attend 2 or 4 year college

Essay (choose one topic): 250-400 words

● How your involvement in the SAHS community has had an impact on you. ● How having a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease has impacted your life.

Building Trades 

Scholarship 

 

(2) $1000 

Two students will be awarded a $1,000 scholarship who are enrolling in an adult apprenticeship program, vocational school or technical college. Preference for the scholarship award will be in areas where there is need for trained construction and building trades people. Mission: To support students in their endeavor to pursue a career in the construction and building industry. The list of construction trades includes, but is not limited to, the following: Carpenter, Electrician, Mason, Plumber, Sheet Metal Worker and Welder.

For this scholarship you are NOT required to submit a Personal Statement, ACT Score, Letters of Recommendation and the deadline is Friday, April 17.

St. Croix Valley 

Athletic 

Association (VAA) 

Scholarship 

 

(2) $1000 

The St. Croix Valley Athletic Association was organized in 1967 for the purpose of promoting and providing athletic programs for youth who reside in the communities throughout the Saint Croix Valley. The SCVAA is a volunteer organization that sponsors youth athletic programs for children in grades ranging from kindergarten through twelfth.

Requirements: ● Prior or current participation in VAA sport/club ● GPA of 2.5 or higher ● Plans to attend a post-secondary 2-year or 4-year school ● Exemplify a commitment to community by volunteerism. ● Submit a 250-500 word personal statement about how being involved in a sport and/or

being a part of a team has impacted your life.

Stillwater  

Chapter EP P.E.O. 

Scholarship 

 

$1000 

We are looking for demonstrated evidence of the potential for success of our applicants. This includes information about the applicant's personal attributes, their relational leadership abilities; as well as their abilities and commitment to academics, extracurricular activities, community service and a well-balanced lifestyle. We are interested in knowing how this applicant cooperates and communicates with others, exhibits a kind and caring attitude in their interactions and service to others, their passion and commitment to life and personal characteristics that indicate a high degree of potential to benefit from educational opportunities.

Requirements:

● A graduating senior women attending SAHS and resides in District 834. ● GPA of 3.0 or higher ● Plans to attend an accredited post-secondary institution in the U.S., full time, in the fall of

the academic year following high school graduation.

● Citizen or legal permanent resident of the U.S.

Essay (choose one topic): The purpose of this essay is to convey a sense of your unique character to the scholarship committee. The essay should also demonstrate your ability to organize your thoughts coherently and your writing skills. Please select one of the following prompts:

● Which extracurricular or community activity that you are currently participating in has the highest priority to you? Why? What made you join this activity? What makes you continue to contribute your time? What would you say to others that would inspire them to join you in pursuing this activity?

● Tell about a special friendship. What makes this relationship unique? What strengths do you bring to friendships (give examples)? What do you look for in a friend?

● Tell about an accomplishment that sets you apart. Interesting accomplishments are not always ones we are recognized for. Describe how this accomplishment came to be significant in the context of your life.

● What was the most difficult time in your life? Why was it difficult? How did your perspective on life change as a result of this difficulty?

Perennial Garden 

Club of 

Stillwater- 

Trillium Chapter 

Scholarship 

 

$500 

Trillium is a member of the Federated Garden Clubs of Minnesota; National Garden Clubs, Inc. Through speakers, field visits, tours and an exchange of information among local gardeners, they promote the love of gardening and the natural world. They support civic and environmental responsibility through the planting and maintenance of a public garden across from the Lowell Inn in Stillwater and other public plantings, education programs for children through the Stillwater Public Library and distribution of books to local schools and libraries. This scholarship is for students majoring in Natural Resources, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Environmental Sciences or related fields.

Eligible Applicants: 2020 Graduate of SAHS; Accepted at a 2-yr or 4-yr college or university; Majoring in Forestry, Horticulture, Landscape Design, Environmental Sciences or related fields. Criteria Used in Awarding Scholarship:

● GPA of 2.0 or higher ● Financial need ● Applicant statement (1 page or less): describe career goals, commitment to chosen area of

study, personal characteristics that warrant the award, and why you should be the recipient of the award.

Applicant will be required to attend one meeting of Trillium (2nd Wed, 9:30 am) within twelve months of receiving the award to briefly tell of their experience in college.

Mark M. Strege 

Memorial  

Art Award 

 

$5000 

The Mark M. Strege Memorial Art Award has been established to acknowledge exceptional achievement and vision in the visual arts. Mark M. Strege, a 1995 graduate from Stillwater Area High School, was a gifted artist who majored in studio art and art history at the University of Minnesota Morris, where he was also employed as a graphic artist. His award-winning paintings and drawings were displayed in numerous art galleries and used in publications and community events. In 1997, Mark died in a one-car accident. Mark stated, “I welcome composition in the metaphysical, the psychic automatic, the ambiguous, and the figurative … I am searching for consequence in composition: the viewer’s emotions and geographic position should be consequential in what is seen. It is important to me that art is explored as a function of life, life as a function of art.” Continuing in his spirit, this award is given to a graduating senior who best shares his vision. Requirements:

● Graduate of SAHS with completion of one full year in SAHS Visual Arts program. ● Verified minimum GPA 2.5 overall and 3.0 in the SAHS art program. ● Accepted into the art program of an accredited college, university, or art school. ● Majoring in studio (visual) arts, art history, and/or art education.

(Majors such as photography, photojournalism, film/video, jewelry, architecture, and CAD design will not be considered.)

● Personal statement of the artist’s vision and goals. ● Portfolio of artwork that includes three examples of visual art. ● One letter of recommendation from a SAHS art teacher.

GOOD LUCK!