Hightower Scholars, Inc.
Hightower Scholars, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose
mission is to assist students with their preparation for a post-secondary
education at a four-year college or university. The organization also seeks to
help students with funding their education by offering scholarships to qualified
students.
Please explore this website for more information!
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Photos from the 2011 HESS Program are
HERE.
RECENT SHOLARSHIPS AWARDS:
ROBERT A. CLARKE OVERCOMING DIVERSITY
AWARD:
This scholarship is given to a student of color
who has been challenged with overwhelming obstacles or adversity in honor of
Robert A. Clarke.
Arthur Brown
High School: Valley
High School
GPA: 3.18
Parents: Arthur and Valinda Brown
College: Westmoreland County Community College
The Ross G. Walker, Jr. Leadership Cup:
This scholarship is given to a student of color who exemplifies superior
leadership qualities, and has worked to bring people together; a student who
has ignored the differences in people and worked to celebrate common
elements.
Geoffrey Fuquay
High School: Valley High School
GPA: 3.23
Parents: Marsha Fuquay
College: Walsh University
Gabrielle Gregory
High School: Valley High School
GPA: 3.60
Parents: Shawntell Atkins
College: Indiana University of PA
THE MARSILI AWARD:
This scholarship recognizes the importance of a well balanced high school
experience, one that includes good grades, athletics, extra-curricular
activities, after school involvement in the community, and if necessary
part-time employment for a student of color who is a high school senior.
Christina Johnson
High School: Valley High School
GPA: 3.36
Parents: Gloria Johnson
College: West Virginia
University
The Mittie B. Hightower Memorial Scholarship:
This scholarship recognizes a student of color who is planning a career
in nursing or the sciences.
Raymone Thomas
High
School: Valley High School
College: Penn State University
Lydia Johnson
High School: Gateway High School
College: Penn
State University
Major: Radiological
Sciences
STEEL SCHOLAR AWARD:
The recipient
of this Steel Scholar Award is a high school student that encompasses and
values the same drive and determination as Mr. Hightower. In the face of
extreme levels of adversity and pressure, the student must maintain
performance, focus, dedication, and a sense of maturity in setting and
achieving goals. Like Mr. Hightower, steel is comprised of a
tough, hard exterior and it is almost impossible to penetrate.
Mariah Hudzick
High
School: Valley High School
GPA: 3.5
Parents: Sharon Hudzick
The New Kensington Lion’s Club Award and George and Barbara Hubbard
Award:
The Lion's Club Award scholarship recognizes community service in the spirit
of Lionism and the George and Barbara Hubbard Award sacholarship focuses on
a balanced high school background, a solid work ethic, decication to
academics and learning, a concern about helping others and proven leadership
skills.
Dominic Stokes
High School: Valley
High School
GPA: 4.22
Parents: Dom & Jennine Stokes
College: University of Pittsburgh
The Fields Family
Scholarship:
This scholarship honors an African
American student who is concerned about the community and dedicated to
education.
Staeshaun Morris
High School: Kiski
Area High School
GPA: 2.9
Parents: Lisa Moore
College: Westmoreland County Community College
Bry'Anne Rose
High School: Valley
High School
GPA: 4.15
Parents: Barbara Ross
College: Carlow University
2011 Clarence James Memorial Scholarship:
This scholarship is given to a high school senior who is a student of color
in recognition of academic achievements, leadership skills, and commitment
to community service.
Sabrina Jones, First Place
High School: Leechburg High
School
GPA: 3.84
Parents: Jenny Loughner
College: Carlow University
Portia Isaac, Runner Up
High School: North
Allegheny H.S.
GPA: 4.2
Parents: Donna Fritz
College: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State College
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Hightower Scholars, Inc.
2614 Anne Street
Lower Burrell, PA 15068
724-335-4027
hscholars@yahoo.com