Guidelines & Instructions | Scholarships & Applications | 2010 & Past Recipients

The Salem High School Alumni Association endeavors to be an active and responsive group. In recent years the association has added to the number, size, and type of scholarships it awards.

The goal of the scholarship program is to help as many SHS alumni as possible to continue their educations beyond high school. A total of $4,683,062.50 has been awarded to 1,984 Salem High School graduates as of October 2010. Scholarship winners include Charles Burchfield ’11, the famous American artist, and Ella Thea Smith Cox ’16, the author of the textbook "Exploring Biology."

Available for graduating seniors are various scholarships that recognize excellence in classwork, athletics, extracurricular activities, community service, and leadership. In addition to the Alumni Association Academic Scholarship, other scholarships include the Floyd and Cora May Reich Stone Vocational Scholarship, Max Fisher Athletic Scholarship, J. Robert Sebo Achievement Scholarship, J. Robert Sebo Bowling Green Scholarship, Greenisen Leadership Scholarship, Salem High School Class of 1966 Scholarship, Hickey Metal Fabrication Vocational Scholarship, Howard "Doc" Pardee Music Scholarship, and Emma Bauman Holmes Vocational Scholarship.

Salem students who have graduated and are furthering their education may find support from numerous scholarships such as the J. Robert Sebo College Scholarship, Charles Fox Scholarship, Howard “Doc” Pardee College Music Scholarship, Emma Bauman Holmes Vocational Scholarship,Greenisen College Leadership Scholarship, and John Frederick Cone Scholarship.

Many of the scholarship funds provide for multiple recipients, both at the high school and college levels. (See link for last year’s recipients.) Scholarship amounts have increased dramatically since the early 20th century and currently range from $1,000 to $6,500. All scholarships are funded from the proceeds of the association’s investment portfolio. The principal of the portfolio is now in excess of $7 million. The association’s management guidelines allow annual spending of up to five percent of the 12-quarter rolling average of the market value of the investment portfolio. The proceeds from the investments also cover office expenses and other costs such as those associated with mailing newsletters two times a year to 10,000 Salem High School alumni. The association’s management guidelines stipulate that the annual income allocation cannot reduce the principal of the association’s investment portfolio.

More than 400 alumni and friends typically attend the annual reunion banquet on the night before graduation. In addition to bestowing scholarships, the banquet provides an opportunity to honor a distinguished alumnus, recognize the 50th reunion class, and hear from representatives of other reunion-year classes. The association’s board members are elected during the annual business meeting that is also part of the gathering.

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2011 Guidelines & Instructions

SHSAA 2011 Scholarship Eligibility, Terms, and Instructions for All Graduating High School Student Scholarships (.doc)

SHSAA 2011 Guidelines for Academic Scholarships ONLY - 3.5 and above (.doc)

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2011 SHSAA Scholarships: Descriptions and Criteria - Jump to College Student Scholarships

Salem High School Alumni Association ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS (.doc)
Graduating students with a 3.5 or above GPA may be eligible for an SHSAA Academic Scholarship. To find out if you are eligible, see SHSAA 2011 Guidelines for Academic Scholarships ONLY 3.5 and above (.doc).

Floyd and Cora May Reich Stone Vocational Scholarship (.doc)
The award(s) may be presented to any student not pursuing a four-year degree. Nearly all areas of study are included in this category. Selection criteria: Students eligible must be accepted at an accredited vocational institution and not eligible for a Salem High School Alumni Association Academic Scholarship. Time enrolled at Salem High School is not a factor.

Max Fisher Scholarship (.doc)
The award(s) may be presented to any student participating in any high school sport, including cheerleading. Selection criteria: Students eligible must be accepted at an accredited 4-year college or university and not eligible for a Salem High School Alumni Association Academic Scholarship. Time enrolled at Salem High School is not a factor.

J. Robert Sebo Achievement Scholarship (.doc)
The award(s) may be presented to any student who has actively participated in at least three diverse extracurricular high school activities. Selection criteria: GPA of 2.5 to 3.49, must be accepted at an accredited 4-year college or university, and demonstrate active participation in at least three diverse extracurricular activities. Financial need is not to be a determining factor in the selection but may be used as a tiebreaker.

J. Robert Sebo Bowling Green Scholarship (.doc)
The award(s) may be presented to any student accepted and planning to attend Bowling Green State University. Time enrolled at Salem High School is not a factor. Selection criteria: Grade point average, extracurricular activities, and demonstrated need for financial assistance.

Howard "Doc" Pardee High School Music Scholarship (.doc)
The award may be presented to any student studying for a degree leading to a major in music. Selection criteria: GPA of 2.5 or higher, must be accepted at an accredited 4-year college or university, proficient on a major instrument, and a musician in good standing for four years in the Salem High School Band.

Greenisen Leadership Scholarship (.doc)
The award may be presented to any student selected for his or her leadership character traits based on the demonstrated ability to facilitate a group of individuals working together to accomplish a goal. Selection criteria: GPA of 3.0 or higher and must be accepted at an accredited 4-year college or university. Applicants will need to have demonstrated leadership during their high school experiences or in special activities either inside or outside the traditional high school environment.

Hickey Metal Fabrication Scholarship (.doc)
The award(s) may be presented to any student(s) pursuing a certification or vocational program designed to teach skills in a specific field of employment. Selection criteria: GPA of 2.0 or higher, must be accepted in an accredited certification or vocational program designed to teach students skills in a specific field of employment, and demonstrated need for financial assistance. The scholarship has been designed for students not pursuing a four-year degree. The award is granted at the discretion of the Hickey Family and the Scholarship Committee.

The Salem High School Class of 1966 Scholarship (.doc)
The award may be presented to a student showing exceptional academic excellence and outstanding promise. Selection criteria: GPA of 3.0 or higher, must be accepted at an accredited 4-year college or university, must have taken the ACT and/or SAT, and must demonstrate need for financial assistance. The Salem High School Class of 1966 will assist students with scholarship dollars during their second year of college. For example, the 2010 recipient will receive his or her check in August of 2011.

Emma Bauman Holmes Vocational Scholarship (.doc)
The Salem High School Alumni Association awarded the first Emma Bauman Holmes Vocational Scholarship in May, 2008. This scholarship may be presented to any student(s) graduating from Salem High School and pursuing a certification or vocational program designed to teach skills in a recognized field of employment. Selection criteria: grade point average of 2.5 or higher and be accepted in an accredited certification or vocational program. This scholarship may be renewed for one year if qualifying requirements are met.

NOTE: Students with a 3.5 and above grade point average may also apply for the Greenisen Leadership Scholarship, The Salem High School Class of 1966 Scholarship, and the Howard "Doc" Pardee Music Scholarship.

College Student Scholarships (former SHSAA students only)

J. Robert Sebo College Scholarship (.doc)
For graduates of Salem High School who will be enrolled in the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of a college curriculum leading to a Bachelor's degree. Applicants must be completing one full year of college and have a minimum 2.5 GPA.

Howard "Doc" Pardee College Music Scholarship (.doc)
This scholarship is awarded to graduates of Salem High School who will be enrolled in the 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of a four-year accredited college . Applicants must be seeking a degree with a major in music with a major instrument. Applicants must be completing one full year of college and have a minimum 3.0 grade point average.

Charles Fox College Scholarship (.doc)
For graduates of Salem High School studying medicine, dentistry, nursing, or any profession related to health care. Applicants must have completed their undergraduate degree and be working toward a post-graduate degree. Applicants must have completed one year and maintained a minimum GPA of 3.2 in their professional school.

Emma Bauman Holmes Vocational Scholarship (.doc)
Students who received this scholarship as a graduating senior may apply for a one year renewal as long as they continue their studies in the same field in which they enrolled upon graduation and if they have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA or its equivalent.

Greenisen College Leadership Scholarship (.doc)
Salem High School graduates who will be entering at least their third year of college, who have demonstrated significant leadership skills, and who have a minimum 3.0 GPA may apply for this scholarship.

John Frederick Cone Scholarship(.doc)
For Salem High School graduates who have attained junior status, who have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and who are majoring in one of the following: English, theater, art, music, or a foreign language.

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