Al Chant Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduate of Fairfield - Hardworking college bound student majoring in math or science - 90+ average - Member of PTSA - Participation in a minimum of one (1) community service event not affiliated with the school district - Membership in a minimum of one (1) club during Grades 9-12 

American Beauty Building Design Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Graduating senior to provide an essay; If your major in school is engineering or building, what could you build or design that would better your community?

American Beauty Importance of Art Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Graduating senior to provide an essay; Explain why you feel that art, in any form, is important to society.

American Beauty Literary Choice Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Graduating senior to provide an essay; If an extra-terrestrial landed on Planet Earth and you were given the task of giving them one book to read, what book would you choose and why?

American Beauty Significance of History Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Graduating senior to provide an essay; What period in history was the most influential and why?

Arion Award for Band

Scholarship Criteria:  Member of the MHS Band / Wind Ensemble; excellence in performance, leadership and commitment to the organization.

Arion Award for Chorus

Scholarship Criteria:  Member of the MHS A Capella Choir / Treble Choir; excellence in performance, leadership and commitment to the organization.

Arion Award for Musical Theatre

Participation in acting and/or stage/tech crew in a minimum of 3 theatre productions at MHS; Student in good academic standing; Demonstrated positive character throughout MHS productions.  The student must have participated in acting and/or stage/tech crew for a minimum of 3 theatre productions at MHS; Student must be in good academic standing; and must have demonstrated positive character throughout the productions.

Arion Award for Orchestra

Scholarship Criteria:  Member of the MHS Orchestra; excellence in performance, leadership and commitment to the organization.

Art Supervisors Association Leadership Award

Scholarship Criteria: Art student who has completed at least three (3) High School art courses, Demonstrates leadership qualities either in the classroom or National Art Honor Society

ASL Club Senior Award

Scholarship Criteria: Must be an active member of ASL Club - Excellence in ASL coursework

Billy Garceau Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Athlete on a minimum of one (1) team at MHS who displays courage and honor in the face of adversity - Student intends to further their education in the Healthcare field - Minimum of one (1) community service event not affiliated with MHS - Additional essay required - Please visit www.anchorsoflove.com to learn more about Billy Garcaeu

Bruce MacCorkindale Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Former Birch Lane student - 90+ GPA - Excellence in Accounting -

Planning to major in Accounting

Carol and Vincent Ortolani Memorial

Scholarship Criteria: College bound student - 90+ average - Has lost a parent to cancer or has a parent battling cancer - Shows perseverance through difficulty and commitment to family - Participation in a minimum of one (1) club or school service activity

Carol Hartzell CARE Club Award

Scholarship Criteria: Student with an immediate family member (Parent/Sibling) who has battled, or is currently battling cancer.  

Class of 2023 Service Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Active participation in the Class of 2023 - Demonstrated leadership roles in the planning and implementation of senior events

Colonel Philip A. Bossert, Jr. Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Leadership

Scholarship Criteria: 85+ average - Parent and/or Grandparent is a veteran - Student who had a leadership role when participating in community service, clubs, and/or athletics.  Pursuing a career in public service - Majoring in Political Science, Law, Criminal Justice, International Studies, or related majors - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  Colonel Philip A. Bossert, Jr. Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Leadership - In 100 words "What are the qualities of a good leader"

Dillon Shea Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Student who has demonstrated compassion, inclusion, and guidance toward their special needs peers; Members of Best Buddies and students majoring in the Special Education field in college are strongly encouraged to apply - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:   Dillon Shea Memorial Scholarship - Describe how you have met the criteria.

Donna Mercurio Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: 90+ average - Excels in Math and Science

Dr. Amanda J. Lowry Leadership Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Must be a McKenna School graduate, leadership in school or community. Please provide an essay explaining your leadership in school career and/or community.

Dr. John B. Caruso Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: An above average student who is a leader, excels in science and is majoring in Science in college - 90+ average - Must have attended Unqua Elementary - Participation in a minimum of one (1) community service event not affiliated with the district

Dr. Salvatore Casano Scholarship for Science

Scholarship Criteria: Female student who has excelled in science and mathematics - 90+ average - Majoring in pre-med and/or STEM related major - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:   Dr. Salvatore Casano Scholarship for Science - What inspired you to pursue a STEM Field?

Dr. Thomas McKillop Memorial Scholarship

Students with an average of 85 or better, a demonstrated commitment to school-based leadership and pursuing a degree in education. *Preference given to students majoring in science education*

Erik LaMarca Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Student with a 90+ average who has demonstrated excellence in Theater Arts through acting, directing, or writing or as a student stage technician - Majoring in Theater Arts (Theater, Acting, Directing, Film, and/or Writing)

Fort Neck Garden Club Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  "No Farms, No Food: Uniting Farmers and Environmentalists to Transform American Agriculture" A graduating senior currently taking a course in agriculture, horticulture, health and wellness such as "Go Green" or any other related course of study. This year, our focus is to support a student whose emphasis is on agriculture, including hydroponic/aquaponic farming. A monetary gift of $500.00 will be awarded to a student pursuing higher education leading to a career in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, preservation or related field. Students are asked to write an essay describing their career plans, what they hope to achieve in the future, and how their career will benefit citizens of our country. We are interested in learning how the student plans to help our country feed and nourish our population. Our goal is to generate an interest in land and tree preservation and feed and nourish our population. We are not about promoting activism in these fields.  General essay uploaded should describe their career plans, what they hope to achieve in the future, and how their career will benefit citizens of our country.

Frank A. DeCaro Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: One (1) male and one (1) female student who have demonstrated the most improvement musically during their career in the Massapequa Public Schools - Continuing with music in college can be an advantage but is not a requirement - ADDITIONAL ESSAY: Frank A. DeCaro Memorial Scholarship - "How have you improved musically during your career in Massapequa Public Schools?"

Gail Cook Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Open to all students pursuing the field of education - Minimum GPA of 90.0 - Participation and leadership in community, school, and work experience activities - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:   The Gail Cook Memorial Scholarship - Gail Cook was an amazing woman who taught in the Massapequa School District for 17 years. She was a teacher whose passion was to instill her love of reading and writing in her students. Her positive attitude and smile inspired all who knew her.  Mrs. Cook realized that the key to happiness in life was the importance of balancing school, work, and family. Her compassion and humanity for others were qualities to be emulated. In celebration of her life, write an essay on the one of the following topics:

1) As you envision your life as a teacher, explain how you would model compassion and humanity for your students.

2) Describe a time where you were treated with compassion and humanity by a teacher and the impact it had on you.

General Organization Service Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Candidate(s) must be a member of the G.O., having taken a proactive role - Has demonstrated an awareness of all activities/situations occurring within the school community - Has demonstrated ways to get students involved and plan engaging activities - Has kept in close contact with G.O. officers to offer support with the Prom, Hall Decorating, Senior Picnic, etc. - Overall the student(s) receiving this award should be of good moral character worthy of emulation

Godfrey Bellavigna Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Student leader with a 90+ average - Graduate of Unqua Elementary

School who is majoring in Education in college - Participation in a minimum of one (1)

community service event not affiliated with the school district

Harlan Sylvan Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Student who is a member of the MHS Varsity Soccer Team; must have played in at least grades 11 and 12; furthering their education; 80+ average showing academic improvement

Herbert J. Pluschau Senior Award

Scholarship Criteria: Presented by the Massapequa Council of PTA's to students who are

'overall good human beings' - Average academics - Need not be a member of an athletic team

Historical Society of the Massapequas Award

Scholarship Criteria: 85+ average - Student who demonstrates a strong interest in History and considering majoring in the subject - Participation in a minimum of five (5) community service events not affiliated with the Massapequa school district

J. Lewis Ames Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduate of Birch Lane Elementary - Student with a 90+ average who has demonstrated academic improvement - Participation in community service activities - Participation in a minimum of two (2) school club and/or school service activities

Jane Pehrsson Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduate of Birch Lane Elementary. Participation in community service activities not affiliated with the Massapequa school district

Jennifer Lynn Zontini Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: College bound senior pursuing a degree in Education - 95+ average - Participation in a minimum of two (2) community service events not affiliated with the school District 

John D. Corr, Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Student planning on attending a four-year Catholic College or University - Participation in community service events

John M. Callow Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Former East Lake student working at or above academic capabilities - Participation in community service events

John P. McKenna Elementary School Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Former McKenna student planning to further his/her education - Has demonstrated academic improvement - Has participated for a minimum of ten (10) hours of community service events not affiliated with the Massapequa School District - Participation in a minimum of one (1) club and or school service activity - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  John P. McKenna Elementary School Scholarship - What is your favorite memory at J.P. McKenna Elementary School and how has this memory assisted in making your educational career a success?

John Phillip Sousa Band Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Based on excellence in Band Performance, leadership and overall commitment to the organization.  This award is typically bestowed upon a senior in the graduating class that has been an active member of the band program at Massapequa High School.  Additionally, the recipient has auditioned, and been selected for, an All State Band/Orchestral ensemble in either their junior or senior year. When relevant, this award is reserved for a student that intends to pursue a career in music.

Joseph A. Basile Memorial Scholarship Award

Scholarship Criteria: Senior MHS student residing in Massapequa - Student who has worked hard, shown improvement, and/or has overcome personal adversity while in high school - Demonstrates a strong spirit of volunteerism and community spirit

Kathleen D. Appell Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Former McKenna student planning to further his/her education - Has demonstrated academic improvement - Has participated for a minimum of ten (10) hours in community service events not affiliated with the Massapequa School District - Participation in a minimum of one (1) club and or school service activity - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  Kathleen D. Appell Memorial Scholarship - Describe a staff member (teacher, TA, monitor, security, aides, administration) at John P. McKenna Elementary school that has had a tremendous positive impact on your educational career and encouraged you to succeed.

Kristen Bednar Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Birch Lane graduate - Pursuing a career in Special Education - A compassionate, well rounded student who volunteers his/her time to help children in school and/or in the community

Lawrence Dodd Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Former East Lake student - Award is based on effort and cooperation - 75+ Average

Lucille F. Iconis Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Former East Lake student who has demonstrated academic success or academic growth by exhibiting hard work, best effort, and commitment to learning – Positive attitude, outstanding character, and integrity

Madelyn Bowen "Nevertheless She Persisted" Memorial Scholarship

Two Scholarships to be awarded:

1.  Scholarship Criteria:  Varsity Softball player - 85+ GPA - Community Service

2.  Scholarship Criteria:  Female student - 85+ GPA - Planning on majoring in Political Science

Margaret Callahan Leadership Award

Scholarship Criteria: Student on a minimum of one (1) MHS athletic team, who demonstrates

leadership skills on the field, in the classroom, and in the community - 80+ average

Marge Baffa Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduate of Birch Lane Elementary - 90+ average - Participation in community service not affiliated with the school district - Participation in a minimum of two (2) school related clubs

Mary Keryc Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Candidate must be a Special Education student with an IEP - Can attend MHS or an Out of District Placement.  Academic improvement and involvement in Best Buddies considered. 

Massapequa Administrators, Chairpersons and Supervisors

Scholarship Criteria: College bound student majoring in Education - Demonstrates character - Participation in service events for the school and community

Massapequa Chamber of Commerce Member's Child or Grandchild Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Applicants must be the Child or Grandchild of a current member in good standing of the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce - The chamber member’s name and business/organization should be noted in the application as well as the student’s relationship to the chamber member.

Massapequa Coast Little League Scholarships (4) - The Vinny Tangredi Memorial Award, The Michael C. Meyer Award, The Scott W. Mulford Memorial Award, The MCLL Gary Bonnano Memorial Award

Scholarship Criteria: "A high school senior graduating with the class of 2021 and a Massapequa Coast League player for 6 or more years, including 2 years in senior division; points will be given to those who provided services to MCLL, Challenger Program, MCLL Snack Stand and/or umpiring

Massapequa Council of PTAs Award

Scholarship Criteria: Student who is an “overall good human being” - Average academics - Need not be a member of an athletic team

Massapequa Elks Lodge #2162 Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: 90+ average - Athlete on a minimum of two (2) teams - Participation in a minimum of two (2) community service events not affiliated with the district - Participation in a minimum of two (2) club and/or school service activities - Participation in the fine arts program, specifically drama/theatre

Massapequa Elks Lodge – Prevention Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Current membership and active involvement with S.A.D.D club.  Leadership positions and activities considered. 

Massapequa - Farmingdale Men’s Club Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Male student - Extracurricular activities, work experience, and community service taken into consideration - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  Massapequa - Farmingdale Men’s Club Scholarship - Describe what you feel it means to be a man in today’s society.

Massapequa Federation of Teachers Memorial Scholarship in Memory of Suzanne Scanio

Scholarship Criteria: College Bound student majoring in education or labor relations - 80+

average - Exceptional behavior, demonstrating respect for school employees - preferably an MFT member's child, but others will be considered

Massapequa Firefighters Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Participation in community service; Family member of Massapequa Fire Department; or member of the MFD Juniors Program; but not required.

Massapequa High School Hall of Fame – Art Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Member of National Art Honor Society; A average in Art Classes; Excellence in Art, activity in fine arts, graphics, photography, performing arts, film, broadcasting, game design and/or dance. List any special circumstances on application (Health, Financial Hardship)

Massapequa High School Hall of Fame General Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  B+ or better average; participation in a minimum of 1 community service event not affiliated with the school district including family or religious commitments - list all those that apply; participates in both school based and outside activities (i.e. athletics, community based organizations, work, clubs, fine arts, charity); District Athletics - list all teams/awards that apply; List any special circumstances on application (Health, Financial Hardship);

Massapequa High School Hall of Fame - Herb Pluschau Memorial Scholarship 

Scholarship Criteria:  85+ average; Participation in a minimum of 1 community service event not affiliated with the school district including family and religious commitments; Well-rounded student; Student pursuing higher education and a career in education or administration; List any special circumstances on application (Health, Financial hardship)

Massapequa High School Hall of Fame - Music Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  85+ average; Excellence in Music; list all honors received

continuing education; Member of music ensemble all 4 years of high school.  List any special circumstances on application (Health, Financial Hardship)

Massapequa High School Hall of Fame – STEM Award

Scholarship Criteria: Student who has excelled in science and mathematics - 90+ average - Majoring in pre-med and/or STEM related major List any special circumstances on application (Health, Financial Hardship)

Massapequa International Little League Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Candidates must have played baseball/softball in the Massapequa

International Little League for 5 consecutive years through age 14. - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  Massapequa International Little League Scholarship - How can you apply what you learned in Little League to everyday life experiences?

Massapequa Jr/Sr. PTSA Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: College/vocational school bound student who is a member of the PTSA for a minimum of two (2) years.  In addition, student must currently be a PTSA member during Senior year - Student must exhibit good character

Massapequa Junior Women's Club Community Service Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: A philanthropic-minded female student - Participation in a minimum of two (2) community service events not affiliated with the school district

Massapequa SEPTA - Jean Castelli Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduating senior with an IEP, can attend MHS or an Out of District Placement. 

Miss Judy Schlosser Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Unqua graduate who is considering becoming a teacher or a pre-school teacher.  

National Art Honor Society Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Member of National Art Honor Society; A average in Art Classes; Excellence in Art

National Art Honor Society – Art Education Award

Scholarship Criteria:  MHS student who is pursuing Art Education as a career

National School Choral Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Based on excellence in Choral Performance, leadership and overall

commitment to the organization.  This award is typically bestowed upon a senior in the

graduating class that has been an active member of the choral program at Massapequa High School.  Additionally, the recipient has auditioned, and been selected for, an All State choral ensemble either their junior or senior year. When relevant, this award is reserved for a student that intends to pursue a career in music.

NYSCAME Leadership Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Based on outstanding musical ability and leadership.  The NYSCAME

(New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education) Leadership award is presented to a student who demonstrates an exceptional level of leadership in music ensembles.  This leadership award recognizes the skills developed both in ensembles and throughout the music Department.

Patrick Howard Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Student who exhibits character and is always looking to support others.  Dedication to service and leadership in the classroom, the athletic field, and/or in the community should be emphasized in the application and general essay.  

Pauline Von Mechow Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Student planning to enter the field of Education - 85+ average - Has demonstrated a passion for working with or educating future generations

Perry Perakakis Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Financial need or other special need (disability); participation in a community service, No grade requirement, attending college, trade school or military - Financial need and/or having a disability should be noted in the “Special Circumstances” question in the application

Peter Schmitt Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Senior MHS student residing in Massapequa - Student who has worked hard, shown improvement, and/or has overcome personal adversity while in high school - Demonstrates a strong spirit of volunteerism and community spirit

Plainview and Syosset Hospitals Nursing Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: College bound student majoring in nursing - 95+ Avg. - Excellence in

Science - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  Plainview and Syosset Hospitals Nursing Scholarship - Why would you like to go into nursing?

Principal's Academic and Service Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduating senior participating in extracurricular activities who has demonstrated leadership and outstanding service to the school and community

Raymond J. Lockhart PTA Scholarship
Scholarship Criteria: Former Raymond J. Lockhart student - 90+ average - Participation in at least 1 community service activity not affiliated with the school district - Involvement in sports, music, and/or school clubs - Additional essay required - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:   Raymond J. Lockhart PTA Scholarship - "Student's favorite Lockhart PTA Memory"

Renee McDonald Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: A student who has exemplified selflessness, kindness and patience and is always willing to “lend a helping hand” - A natural leader who has given to the community and school through community service events - College bound and seeking a degree in the field of Education - Attended East Lake Elementary - Demonstration of financial need or hardship to be noted in the “Special Circumstances” question in application

Roland H. Merton German Award

Scholarship Criteria:  5 years of strong performance in German Language classes and participation in German class/club related activities.  Preference given to students studying multiple languages, enrolled in AP German, and/or Members of the German Club and German Honor Society.   Three short answer essays required in addition to the general essay.  

Ruth M. Young Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduate of Birch Lane Elementary - 95+ average - Student is a member of PTSA - Participation in community service not affiliated with the school district – Participation in a minimum of two (2) school related clubs

Sherman-Pepper Union Family Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Parent(s) or member of household must be a current member of a labor union.  Short answer essay required.  "What should be the role of the labor movement, and working people in general, in promoting equity and social justice?"  

St. Rose CYO President Scholarship

2 male and 2 female recipients; Open to all CYO past and present participants who played in the program for two or more years;  85+ average; participation in a minimum of 1 community service event not affiliated with the Massapequa School District preferably with St. Rose/St. Rose CYO;  athlete on a minimum of 2 CYO teams for two years; ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:   St. Rose CYO President Scholarship - "How St. Rose CYO has impacted your life?"

Suzanne Scanio Memorial scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Unqua Elementary School graduate – Additional essay required - ADDITIONAL ESSAY PROMPT:  Suzanne Scanio Memorial scholarship - “Write about a life changing event, either adverse or positive, how it affected you and how you overcame it.”  (500 words)

Teresa DeDonato Signature Premier Properties Scholarship

Scholarship criteria:  A graduating senior of Massapequa School District. ADDITIONAL ESSAY: "What does the Massapequa (Massapequa Park) community mean to you?

The Alexander Baldwin/Jonathan Kaloust Scholarship for Academics

Scholarship Criteria: College bound or vocational student who has demonstrated academic achievement with a 90+ GPA.  - All academic accomplishments, sports, clubs, community service, and leadership roles should be listed in the application - Demonstration of financial need to be noted in the “Special Circumstances” question found in the application - ADDITIONAL ESSAY:  Express how you have gained a sense of self-awareness, growth and pride that is noticeable to others while a student MHS.   How have you demonstrated character and integrity and why you are the most deserving recipient of this award?

Thomas A. McKillop III Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Former East Lake student - Strong commitment to school and academic studies - 90+ Average - Demonstrates character - Participation in community service events

Tri-M Music Society Service Award

Scholarship Criteria:  Based upon outstanding leadership while holding an officership of the Massapequa Chapter of the Tri-M Music Honor Society.

William J. Schwarz Physical Therapy Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Student participated on a minimum of one (1) athletic team at MHS and a minimum of one (1) community athletic team (CYO, PAL, etc.) 

Woman's Club of Massapequa Improvement Award

Scholarship Criteria: Student who has demonstrated improvement during their MHS career

personally and/or academically - Participation in a minimum of one (1) MHS club and one (1) community service event not affiliated with the school district - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY:   Woman's Club of Massapequa Improvement Award - Describe your improvement be it academic, social, physical, etc.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR ALL AWARDS:  Please read the directions before starting a Senior Award application

ALL awards will require you to upload a "General Essay" in PDF or Google doc format.

This can be an essay you have already completed for college applications or other scholarships.

DO NOT BEGIN an application until you have this document ready to upload.

Once started, you cannot save the application and you will be required to upload an essay in the last section before submitting it.

Awards that state there is an "additional essay" have a sponsor specific essay prompt.

Before beginning those applications, see the specific essay prompts below each award.

American Veterans (AMVETS) Scholarship in Memory of Nicholas Ruggiero (WWII Veteran)

Scholarship Criteria:  Student's parent or grandparent must be a Veteran; participation in a minimum of 2 community service events not affiliated with MSD; participation in a minimum of 1 school service activity - ADDITIONAL ESSAY:  "How has your Veteran family member positively impacted your life?"

Big Heart Award in Memory of Gerardo Shiraldi

Scholarship Criteria:  A former Lockhart Elementary student should demonstrate character, compassion, community service and exemplifies the qualities that made Gerry a special young man that he was

Charles C. Dorego Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Student interested in attending Law school and pursuing a career in Law.

Christine C. Nottonson Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Student who is an “overall good human being” - Average academics -

Need not be a member of an athletic team

Coaches Fulford and Kilgus Ice Hockey Award

Scholarship Criteria: Ice Hockey player 

Delancey Floyd-Jones Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Attending college as a history major, member of the History Club or have demonstrated their love and passion of history.  ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  A written 500 word essay about Delancey Floyd Jones and his connection to Massapequa or his accomplishments in his career as a military leader.  1. Visit to the Delancey Floyd-Jones Library. 2. All information is in the library. 3. Please double check your information - Do not use Wikipedia - check facts.

Don Seddio Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Graduating senior with a IEP – Must have some involvement in the school community including clubs, sports, or other extracurricular activities – Student has shown great character while a student in Massapequa – Possess empathy and a willingness to help others – No GPA requirements – student must be attending a 2-year college, 4-year college, vocational trade school, military, or other post-secondary opportunity including a union apprenticeship.  

FDNY Tin Man Memorial Scholarship/Coach John Kilgus Award

Scholarship Criteria: Graduating senior who plays ice hockey for Massapequa High School - Demonstrates character on and off the ice

Heather Palleschi Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  Student who has overcome a hardship, either medically, academically or private matter - Has demonstrated generosity and thoughtfulness - 80+ average - Average not as important especially if someone has a learning disability - Participation in some community service not affiliated with the school district - College or vocational plans 

Long Island Health and Racquet Wantagh Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: A student who works hard and is determined to succeed but may not have been selected for an athletic team

Massapequa Federation of Retired Teachers Ruth Emler Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: College Bound student majoring in Education or an Education related

major - 90+ average - Exceptional behavior, demonstrating respect for school employees -

preferably an MFT member's child, but others will be considered - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  Massapequa Federation of Retired Teachers Scholarship - “Why I chose to enter the field of Education, and what effect I believe I will have on that field or society in general”

Massapequa High School Hall of Fame - Scholar Athlete Award

Scholarship Criteria:  B+ or better average; Participation in a minimum of 1 community service event not affiliated with the school district including family and religious commitments; Varsity athlete (1 male and 1 female) participating in a minimum of 1 varsity sport - mention awards and accomplishments both team and individual; list community athletics as well; List any special circumstances on application (Health, Financial Hardship)

Massapequa Post 1066 American Legion Scholarship

Participation in a minimum of 1 community service activities not affiliated with MHS;  Academic excellence/improvement - ADDITIONAL REQUIRED ESSAY PROMPT:  Massapequa Post 1066 American Legion Scholarship Award - "What Veteran's Day Means to Me"

Massapequa Road Runners Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Athletes on MHS Track, Track and Field, and/or Cross-Country teams - Commitment to a healthy and active lifestyle - Service to others and the community

Michael Lombardo Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: Male recipient who is a member of the wrestling team - Possibly placed in counties, but not mandatory - Demonstrates dedication and determination and a love for the sport of Wrestling - Has shown academic improvement

South Shore Aesthetic Dentistry Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria: - 85+ average. Participation in a minimum of 10 hours of community service activities not affiliated with Massapequa School District - ADDITIONAL ESSAY:  “Discuss a hero or mentor and how they have impacted your life.”

Tyler James Abizeid Scholarship

Scholarship Criteria:  85+ GPA - Member of the Boys or Girls Varsity Basketball teams - Participated in school and/or community service activities/projects.