Barnstable High School

Class of 2017

February Scholarship Listings

SOME GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR APPLYING TO SCHOLARSHIPS:

The following Scholarships are available to Barnstable High

School Students ONLY!

The application form is the only contact you have with the Scholarship Committee, so make it an impressive one!

  1. Please print clearly in black or blue ink when completing all of your paper applications.
  2. Check to be sure that the donor's criteria match your qualifications.
  3. Supply all additional pieces of information requested: transcript, reference letter(s), class rank, financial aid form, etc. Always hand your scholarship applications in complete with all materials requested. Incomplete applications may not be considered by donors.
  4. Spend extra time in developing your personal statement about why you’re applying for a scholarship. The scholarship committees read these carefully and in many cases, this is the major factor in their decision. Make the statement as clear, direct and concise as possible. Reasons such as other siblings in college, single parent expenses, medical or living expenses, etc. can be given.
  5. Remember scholarship application packets are a reflection of who you are, make them neat, complete and yes this is the time to brag about yourself. Sometimes telling something interesting or different about you makes you stand out next to another application.Think outside the box!
  6. Should you receive a scholarship, a thank you letter expressing your appreciation should always be sent to the granting organization as soon as possible. I can supply you with contact information.
  7. There are no guarantees that students will receive the scholarship money they feel they need. You are advised to have discussions with your parents about projected funds for college, so that you will be aware of monies available from the family, should adequate financial aid not be forthcoming.

*Please be sure that all of the information you provide on your application is accurate. Please be aware that donors may choose to take back awarded scholarships if they find your information invalid.

BHS Scholarships (Using the BHS Application)

  • An application is included with this booklet. When filling out the application, please print clearly in black or blue ink all the needed information. Some of the information is the same for each scholarship you are applying for, complete that information prior to making your copies then go back and complete each individual application for each of the scholarships you are applying for.
  • You can also download the application via the BHS website: where a template is available. Provide one for each scholarship you are applying for.
  • Obtain one unofficial copy of your transcript from your counselor’s administrative assistant and also include one letter of recommendation of your choice and staple them both to the back of each individual application. You can make copies of the transcripts and letters of recommendation for this purpose. **Please do not put any applications in envelopes. I need each individual scholarship application packet stapled together when turned in, no paperclips please just staples.
  • Hand completed applications in to Mrs. Kipnes in the School Counseling Office – Room 2112 no later than March 17, 2017 by 2:00 PM. No late applications will be accepted, there are no exceptions!You can turn them in prior to March 17th if you complete them earlier.

The BHS Scholarships are as follows:

  • James M. Dunn Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who has overcome obstacles on the road to achieving academic success and has done so with perseverance, dedication, and a positive attitude. It is someone who has shown an understanding of and appreciation for others’ differences. This student will be pursuing his/her education at an accredited college. One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded. *Please write a short essay about why you feel you are deserving of this scholarship.
  • Barnstable Association for Recreational Shell fishing Scholarship “BARS”– For a BHS graduating senior who plans on pursuing a career in Marine Biology, Estuarine Science, Oceanography or Marine Environmental Science, display a special interest/aptitude for Marine and/or Environmental studies, must have a GPA of at least a 3.0 or above, have financial need, show community involvement and must be a full time Barnstable County resident. Two scholarships of $1000 will be awarded.
  • Firefighter Ron Beals Memorial Scholarship including Tracy Beals – For BHS graduating seniors of families of Town of Barnstable Fire Fighters, past and present, who are planning on pursuing his/her education fulltime at a college or technical school. Scholarships are based on need. First preference will be given to Barnstable Fire District. Second preference will be given to Centerville, Osterville, Marstons Mills Fire District. All others to follow. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $1,000. Check will be paid to recipient after the successful completion of their 1st semester with at least a 2.0 GPA.
  • BHS Class of “77” Memorial Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who is planning on attending Cape Cod Community College in the fall of 2017. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $500.
  • The “Matty B” Red Raider Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who demonstrates significant participation, contribution, and involvement with the special needs community, accepted to a 4 year college. One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded.Please include with your application, on a separate piece of paper describing your involvement with the special needs community and how it helped you develop as a person. (250 words)
  • Barnstable Police Aselton Scholarship (In memory of Michael Aselton) – Applicants should be BHS graduating seniors who will be pursuing a career in Criminal Justice or Fire Science (specific). This must be listed as your major in college and courses must be taken in your major in your first term. Ten scholarships of $1500 will be awarded.
  • Fair Acres Country Day School Alumni Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who plans to attend a 2 or 4 year college in the fall of 2017, are in good academic standing and who attended Fair Acres for preschool and/or kindergarten. Two scholarships of $1000 will be awarded.
  • Four Seas Ice Cream - Randall Mark Warren Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who is pursuing their education at a four year college or university. Number and amount of scholarships varies.
  • Cathy Fraser Scholarship Fund – For a BHS graduating senior who is planning on pursuing his/her education at a two or four year institution and is in need of financial assistance. Four scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1000.
  • The Annual Ken Ballou Memorial Santuit and Cotuit Historical Society Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who has above average academic grades, strong College Board scores, participates in school and community activities, including part-time work, has financial need and who will be attending college in the fall of 2017. One scholarship of $2000 will be awarded.***Please see Mrs. Kipnesfor an application, this one is not to be submitted on the BHS application****
  • Liberty Hall Club of Marstons Mills, Inc. – For a BHS graduating senior who will be pursuing his/her education and is a resident of the village of Marstons Mills. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $500.
  • Rotary Club of Hyannis Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who is a Barnstable County resident. The applicant must have good academic standing, participate in extracurricular activities, community service and have financial need. The top twelve finalists will be interviewed in the School Counseling Office. They will be awarding nine scholarships in the amount of $1500.
  • Cotuit Bird & Garden Club Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who will be pursuing his/her education in the fall of 2017. One scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded.
  • 4th Annual “Haley’s Way” Memorial Scholarship – Applicants should be BHS graduating seniors who will be pursuing their education at a college or university in the fall of 2017, who maintain a GPA of 2.5 or better, who always give their all, who always work to their fullest capacity and maintain a positive attitude no matter what circumstances life has given them. One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded.
  • John F. Kennedy Memorial Trust Fund Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who has demonstrated citizenship, scholarship, character, leadership, cooperation, seriousness of purpose, financial need and the promise of future success in his or her scholastic and other endeavors. The top three finalists will be interviewed. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $2500.
  • Robert F. Scudder Memorial Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who will be attending the Massachusetts Maritime Academy as a freshman. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $1500.
  • William A. Jones, Jr. Memorial Scholarship – For BHS graduating seniors who are living in the Barnstable Village/Cummaquid area fire district, who have financial need and plan to attend college in the fall. Seniors who live in a family of a firefighter in this district will have preference. Up to four scholarships of $500 will be awarded.
  • Kiwanis Club of Hyannis - Raymond Dubois Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who will be pursuing his/her education. Preference will be given to Key Club members. This scholarship is given in honor and memory of Glenna Kohl. One scholarship will be given in the amount of $1000.
  • First Citizens’ Member High School Scholarship – for a BHS graduating senior attending college in the 2017/2018 school year. Scholarship to be awarded to a student based on financial need. The applicant or parent (s)/guardian MUST be a member of First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union to be eligible to apply. One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded.
  • Poyant Family Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who will be continuing their education at a four year college or university and who shows scholarship, character and participates in community service. One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded.***Please see Mrs. Kipnesfor an application, this one is not to be submitted on the BHS application****
  • Osterville Men’s Club Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who will be pursuing his/her education. The applicant must have financial need and demonstrate character and leadership. The top ten finalists will be interviewed in the School Counseling Office at a later date. Three scholarships of $5000 will be awarded.
  • Advocates for a Community College Education Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who has an academic record of improved grades through high school, who demonstrates financial need, who has been accepted and will attend Cape Cod Community College in the fall of 2017. Four to Six scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $4000 over 4 semesters.
  • Marjorie and Norman Ferguson Memorial Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who shows strong academic achievement, motivation to succeed, financial need and will be pursuing his/ her education. Up to six scholarships will be awarded @ $500 each.
  • The Honey Dew Donuts Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior who has a B- or better GPA, who will be attending a four year college in the fall and participates in local community activities and charities. Applicants who are Honey Dew Donuts employees (or a family member of) are eligible to apply. One scholarship of $250 will be awarded.
  • Meghan Sullivan McCormack Memorial Scholarship – Awarded to a senior who is enrolling in college to pursue a degree in Business or Health Care and has had to live with a difficult medical condition and has persevered despite many challenges. A one page or less essay as to why you are deserving of this scholarship is required. One scholarship of $1000 will be awarded.
  • 2017 BTA Son/Daughter Scholarship - Applicants can be any high school graduating senior (in or out of the Barnstable School system) who is the son or daughter of a BTA member. The number of scholarships and the amounts awarded vary from year to year.See Mr. Buckman if any questions.***Please see Mrs. Kipnesfor an application, this one is not to be submitted on the BHS application****
  • Marion Jordan Scholarship –For a BHS graduating senior who will be pursuing his/her education in music. Preference will be given to students pursuing a career to educate school children in music. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount of $500.
  • Barnstable Disability Commission Scholarship – For a graduating senior who resides in the Town of Barnstable, has a documented disability and will be furthering their education – preferably to work with persons having a disability. One scholarship for $1000 will be awarded.
  • Thomas Kane MacPhee Memorial Scholarship – For graduating seniors demonstrating financial need and will be pursuing a degree in the education field, social services, social justice, or service to our country. Four scholarships will be awarded in the amount of $1000 each.
  • Jennifer Mary Vellone Memorial Scholarship – For a BHS graduating senior with a demonstrated financial need who will be attending an accredited institution of higher learning. A personal statement on why you should be considered for this scholarship is required. Three $1000 scholarships will be awarded.

Attached to the back of the packet is a copy of the Barnstable High School2016-2017 Scholarship Application.

If you have any questions regarding the BHS Scholarships or any of the scholarships listed, please see Mrs. Kipnes in the School Counseling Office – Room 2112 or e-mail me at

*It is always a good idea to stop by my office so that I can go over the packet with you after you receive it. Most times, this makes it an easier process for you overall. It only takes a few minutes!

The Cape Cod Association Scholarship:

  • Criteria: This scholarship is for graduating high school students and continuing college students who were born on Cape Cod or the Islands and who presently reside on Cape Cod or the Islands (Barnstable, Nantucket or Dukes counties) who plan to/or attend an accredited college, university, or technical school. In addition, Cape Cod heritage, academic merit, financial need, and extracurricular involvement are weighed heavily when considering applications. The Association offers this scholarship to graduating high school seniors and college students for up to four years of an undergraduate program; however students must reapply every year.
  • How to Apply: The application process is online for the Cape Cod Association Scholarship. To apply go to their website at
  • Amount of Award: The number of scholarships awarded and the amounts vary each year.
  • Deadline: For current high school students,midnight April 1, 2017 and for PAST recipients, midnight March 15, 2017.

For a portion of this application you will need information that your School Counselor can provide for you. They will be sending that information by e-mail. I have provided below

e-mail addresses of all of our School Counselors. Please make sure that you know who your School Counselor is and that you are using the correct e-mail address for them. Please communicate with your counselor that you will be applying to this scholarship. It is up to you to make sure that your application is complete prior to their deadline of midnight on April 1, 2017. Contact the Cape Cod Association with any questions regarding their online application at 508-790-8055.

The Cape Cod Foundation Scholarships

The application process is online for the Cape Cod Foundation Scholarships. To apply for themgo to their website at to find their online application.

The deadline for the Cape Cod Foundation Scholarships is midnight on April 1, 2017.

For a portion of this application you will need information that your School Counselor can provide for you. They will be sending that information by e-mail. I have provided below e-mail addresses of all of our School Counselors. Please make sure that you know who your School Counselor is and that you are using the correct e-mail address for them. Please communicate with your counselor that you will be applying to this scholarship. It is up to you to make sure that your application is complete prior to their deadline of midnight on April 1, 2017. Contact the Cape Cod Foundation with any questions regarding their online application at 508-790-3040.

  • If you have any questions regarding the Cape Cod Association or Cape Cod Foundation Scholarships, please see Mrs. Kipnes in the School Counseling Office – Room 2112

The Cape Cod Foundation Scholarships for Barnstable High School seniors are as follows:

Adair/Collins Science & Engineering Scholarship of Barnstable American Legion Post 206:

For graduating high school seniors who reside in the Towns of Barnstable or Mashpee who will be attending a qualified college or university full-time and who will be engaging in science or engineering-related studies. (Areas include: biology, chemistry, computer geology, mathematics, physics & aerospace, biomedical, chemical, computer, control, electrical/electronic, mechanical, nuclear, petroleum.)

Amount:$1,000/semester for up to 4 years

Number of Awards:1

Application and Deadline:CCF Common Application; April 1

Advocates for a Community College Education Scholarship

For graduating seniors from Barnstable High School, Cape Cod Regional Technical High School, Falmouth High School, or Dennis-Yarmouth High School. Applicants must be accepted as a first year student at Cape Cod Community College, demonstrate financial need, work or volunteer 20 hours/week, and have shown improvement through high school.

Amount: $4000 (over 4 semesters)

Number of Awards: 4

Application and Deadline: Use high school applications.

Barnstable High School Class of 2009 Dean Boger Memorial Scholarship

For a graduating senior from Barnstable High School who will be attending a 2- or – 4 year institution of higher learning.

Amount: $700

Number of Awards: 1

Appliation and Deadline: CCF Common application; April 1

Sean Breen Memorial Scholarship:

For a graduating senior from Barnstable High School, who is furthering their education.

Amount: $200

Number of Awards:1

Application and Deadline:CCF Common Application; April 1

Cape Cod Foundation Scholarship:

For a graduating senior or a returning adult student from Cape Cod or the Islands who has significant financial need and displays perseverance and a strong work ethic.