Student Scholarships

The Forest Hills Public Schools Foundation, in conjunction with each high school, awards scholarships to students based on educational or extracurricular achievements. If you would like to set up a scholarship, we invite you to contact the Foundation office.

Following are the scholarships that the Foundation administers. Please contact the appropriate school counselor's office to obtain an application and/or discuss the criteria for application and award.

Scholarships by School

Forest Hills Central

The Lead Dog Scholarship (2): awarded to two graduating seniors that have participated in cross-country all four years, have a gpa of 3.0 or above and have exhibited leadership and growth through their four years at Central. ($1,000)

Tim Roek Memorial Scholarship: awarded to a graduating senior that is a resident of the Forest Hills Public Schools District, has a 3.2 or higher cumulative grade point average, demonstrates financial need, is a minority and plans to enroll in any advanced educational program including Trade or Vocational School. ($2,500)

The Lieutenant Colonel Steven D.C. Bigelow Scholarship: awarded to a graduating senior demonstrating financial need and who will be attending any advanced educational program offering a four-year degree at any college or university; or any trade or vocational school. While academics are an important element of this scholarship, equally important are the qualities of outstanding leadership, a strong work ethic, dependability, and display of a high level of moral integrity. ($2,500)

Bob Tomko Scholarship: awarded to a Forest Hills Central wrestler who is a senior, who preferably has wrestled for four years and possesses the following qualities: possessing a strong work ethic, being a dependable and valued team player, courage in the face of adversity, and devotion to family, friends and community. ($1000)

Peter Dion Scholarship: awarded to a graduating senior who is an alumnus of Pine Ridge Elementary School. The recipient must intend to pursue a career in education at the college or university of their choice, and have demonstrated leadership, community and school service, and academic excellence. ($250)

Forest Hills Eastern

The Rebecca Vogelsang Theatre Scholarship: Becca was a dedicated theatre student who started out in the crew and made her way onto the stage here at FHE.  She was passionate about all of the arts and was welcoming to all who met her.  Tragically, Becca’s life was cut short by a car accident on her way to dance rehearsal for the winter musical, Copacabana, during her senior year. The Rebecca Vogelsang Theatre Scholarship is awarded to someone who embodies her love of theatre and demonstrates a spirit of inclusiveness. This student must also be going on to pursue post high school education. ($500)

Nate Hurwitz Award & Memorial Scholarship: Nate Hurwitz was a Forest Hills Eastern student with an ever-present smile and positive attitude. He was deeply committed to others and played an active role in a variety of school activities. Sadly, Nate passed away unexpectedly on September 16, 2012 during his junior year at FHE. The Nate Hurwitz award goes to the student who embodies Nate's positive attitude and commitment to the well-being of others. This student must also display a passion for EHS and be involved in many aspects of school life. ($1000)

Forest Hills Northern

Tim Roek Memorial Scholarship: awarded to a graduating senior that is a resident of the Forest Hills Public Schools District, has a 3.2 or higher cumulative grade point average, demonstrates financial need, is a minority and plans to enroll in any advanced educational program including Trade or Vocational School. ($2,500)

Charles and Elizabeth Anderson Scholarship Fund: awarded to a community spirited citizen, who demonstrates commitment to volunteerism both in and out of school. This individual must possess the ability to create feelings of goodwill between both students and faculty. While academics are an important element of this scholarship, equally important are the qualities of character, integrity, and a warm sense of humor. ($5,000)

Chris Wietke Memorial Scholarship: awarded to a graduating senior with demonstrated financial need. A preference shall be given to students entering the field of education. The student shall have participated in extracurricular activities in athletics or academics. The scholarship shall be utilized by the recipient for tuition or book fees for the recipient's college or university. ($1,000)

Lisa Verbrugge Memorial Scholarship: awarded to a graduating senior who participated in one or more extracurricular activities during each year of high school, (not necessarily athletics). The recipients also must have exhibited a high level of moral integrity, supported the administration, staff, and student body of Forest Hills Northern High School and have taken an active role in church and/or community life. ($2,500)

Ernie Popiel Memorial Scholarship (2): awarded to students who participated in Forest Hills Northern athletics. The individuals must have demonstrated academic excellence with a GPA of 3.5 or higher, maintained outstanding leadership qualities on and off the playing field and been positive social influences in their school and community. ($2,000)