Scholarship Opportunities
Deadline for all scholarships: May 1st
Sterling House is proud to offer the following scholarships to our graduating seniors who plan to continue their education. Information and applications are listed below. For additional information please contact chuda@sterlinghousecc.org or your school guidance office.
Patricia Grom Memorial Scholarship Fund
In memory of Patricia Grom - wife, mother, grandmother and a vibrant member of the Stratford community. Applicants must be graduating seniors who are pursuing secondary education at a two- or four-year college, university, or trade school and who have been active in community service.
$2,500
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In memory of Patricia Grom - wife, mother, grandmother and a vibrant member to the Stratford community. Pat raised her five children in a home that mirrored the welcoming mission of Sterling House. She encouraged her children to pursue their interests by enrolling them in the many classes, sports and activities that Sterling House offered. She created a home that was the heart of their neighborhood, arranging holiday parties, backyard barbecues and inviting young and old to enjoy her warm hospitality. Pat loved reading three newspapers a day, tackling a daily crossword puzzle and reading the current best sellers from the Stratford Library. She was an amazing woman who will be greatly missed by her family, friends and everyone she met.
This scholarship celebrates a life well lived.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be graduating seniors who are pursuing secondary education at a two- or four-year college, university, or trade school. In addition, applicants:
Must be a past Sterling House program participant or volunteer.
Must be a contributing member of the Stratford community who embodies the spirit of volunteerism and service.
Must be a dedicated student who engages positively with their community and has the confidence and courage to do what is right.
Candidates of all races, creeds, gender, national origin, or socio-economic status are encouraged to apply.
George W. Grom Scholarship Fund
This George W. Grom scholarship is in honor of a man with many interests including oil painting and music. He was an active member of the Connecticut Symphony Orchestra, making an appearance at Carnegie Hall. This scholarship will be given to someone who wishes to pursue a college degree in the arts.
$2,500
The Knepler Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Knepler Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by the Knepler family to honor their ongoing leadership and dedication to the mission of Sterling House; also in memory of Howard J. Knepler, the 2nd generation involved in the well-being of local teens as a driving instructor at the school bearing their name. The scholarship is awarded to one Bunnell and one Stratford High student, who has been involved in SHCC athletics programs.
$250
Weissauer Scholarship Fund
The Weissauer Scholarship was established in honor of William Weissauer, a founding member and longtime coach of our SHCC Lacrosse program. It is open to two students of Stratford High School who have played with Storm Lacrosse and have volunteered in the Stratford community. These individuals should have been good teammates and showed great sportsmanship. Applicants must be in good academic standing.