Since the inception of the Brewster Education Foundation one of its primary missions has been to promote scholastic aptitude and community service by providing various awards and scholarships to well-deserving Brewster High School Students.

At the 2005 Brewster High School awards night, the Foundation granted approximately $40,000 in scholarships, one of our highest amount ever!

Over $275,000 has been awarded to our students. A portion of these scholarship monies each year comes directly from Foundation fundraising initiatives such as those described on this web site. There are also a number of Foundation awards which are specifically endowed by individuals or groups.

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BEF Funded Scholarships

7-Year Scholarship

To earn this scholarship, a student must achieve the high honor role every quarter, every year, in the Brewster Central School District school system, from sixth (6th) grade through twelfth (12th) grade.

Challenge Scholarship:

Awarded to a senior who has set high academic standards and is motivated toward learning. (Recipient selected by Special Education Teachers).




2001 Salutatorian, Paul Fraioli, receives scholarship award from BEF President Dr. Nicholas Simonelli

National Honor Society:

Recipient selected by the NHS Advisor and the BEF scholarship committee.

Salutatorian

Awarded to the senior with the 2nd highest scholastic rank.

Valedictorian:

Awarded to the senior with the highest scholastic rank.

Endowed Awards

These awards are funded through permanent endowments established by various local groups, families, or individuals.

Allen and Helen Mitchell Scholarship

Awarded to a graduate who is pursuing a career in teaching, has participated in sports, and has maintained an 85% or better grade point average

Christopher C. Caiazzo Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating varsity athlete who displays the dedication and determination to succeed in athletic and academic endeavors that were evident in the l;life of Chris Caiazzo.  It is for the scholar athlete who leads through their character, their commitment to the team and their love of the sport.

Danielle Coco Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a student who places family and friendships first, who maintains a B+ or higher average, who is an active participant and leader in school activities, one who enjoys working with children, and plans to continue education after high school.

Dorothy H. Killackey Scholarship

Awarded to a deserving senior who plans to continue his/her education after high school.

Dr. Lawrence Greenfield Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a senior who exhibits excellence in academics, sports, community service, and plans to continue to pursue their dream.

Fire Chiefs Daniel and James O'Connell Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior who is the son or daughter of an active or deceased volunteer fire department member and is pursuing higher education.

Frank P. Columbo Memorial Scholarship

This endowed scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior of good character who plans to continue his or her education by attending a vocational/technical two year school. The recipient must be involved in their school, community, and volunteer service.

George A. Zupko III NJROTC Scholarship

Awarded to a Brewster NJROTC student who exemplifies pride and leadership in the unit

George A. Zupko III Young Philanthropist Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior who is interested in helping people from a philanthropic point of view

Gisele Corde Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a student of exemplary character who plans on continuing his/her education after high school. The recipient should be someone who is considered by faculty members as working diligently to ‘overcome the odds’, while maintaining a positive and spirited attitude.

Helen Dampsey Music Scholarship

Awarded to a student with outstanding musical ability.

Jaclyn Vigilo Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a senior who is a member of a varsity athletic team, involved in school activities, is in good academic standing, and plans to continue education after high school.

Joseph William Capalbo Memorial Scholarship

The Joseph William Capalbo Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior of good standing who plans to play a sport in college. This award will go to a young man or woman who is not only an athlete but a loyal friend and an inspiration to his teammates and coaches, an athlete who shows that character and drive can compensate for any adversity.

June Weigelt Scholarship

Awarded annually to the underclassman who has made the greatest contribution to the High School yearbook. Renewable for up to four years.

June H. Weigelt Memorial Scholarship renewal application

Lauren S. Read Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a graduating senior attending a four year college who ranks high in the graduating class, possesses strong leadership skills, and has been involved in the school, community, and volunteer service.

Lauren S. Read Presidential Award

Awarded to a senior to attend the Presidential Classroom in Washington. DC (Recipient is selected by the Brewster High School Social Studies Liaison).

Lizabeth LoBuglio Memorial Award

This award will be gifted to a worthy recipient, who exemplifies the same kind of eagerness and gusto for life that Liz lived by.

Philip Podkaminer Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a senior who is in good academic standing, accepted at a 2 or 4 year college, and has exhibited strong involvement in community service.

Shaffer Award for Service

Awarded to an outstanding senior for school and community service in memory of Gladys and Theodore Schaefer.

Valerie Ruh Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to graduating senior of good character who plans to continue to dance after high school. (Recipient selected by interview with dance instructor and Mrs. Ruh)

Vincent Talerico Scholarship

Awarded to a senior who has been a good citizen, good student, is imaginative, and has a zest for life.

Brewster Teacher Association's Endowed Scholarships

BTA Firefighter Christopher Blackwell Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a senior continuing their education in the field of paramedics/EMS service, fire science or the medical field.

Dr. Herman Gray Memorial Grant-In-Aid

Awarded to a senior continuing his/her education

Florence Lord English Award

Recipient selected by Brewster High School English Teachers

Fred Sims Science Award

Recipient selected by Brewster High School Science Teachers