Waverly Central Schools

Alice Walker Cooper Family Scholarship - Community Foundation Albert & Doris Anderegg were dairy farmers from Verona, NY. Albert through his estate established this scholarship to honor his wife’s family. Earl C. Cooper, Doris’s uncle was the founder of Tioga General Hospital, and with his wife, Alice Cooper Walker, donated land for the hospital. Eligibility Criteria and Check List: Graduating senior from Waverly Central High School or its successor. Accepted into an accredited university or college. Complete an essay (200-250 words, double spaced) describing an experience in your life where you had to overcome a challenge. What did you learn from this? How could you share this learning with others? Preference for students pursuing a field in agriculture. Please provide a list of school based activities (including leadership positions, clubs and athletics) as well as community volunteer activities and the number of months or years. Applications can be found at https://5il.co/38mlu and should be submitted to Jen Fish in the Guidance Department. Application Deadline is May 1st, 2025.

Binghamton Regional Center for Autism is hosting a Family Mindfulness & Yoga Series for autistic youth (ages 4-21) and their caregivers. All classes are free, but advanced registration is required. For more information about dates and how to register, click on this link. https://5il.co/38ik2

REMINDER - NEW VISIONS APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 14th! Eligible Juniors that are wishing to applying to a New Visions Program, must apply before the deadline of March 14th. Online Application website URL: https://apply.gstboces.org/cte/ When students click the link GST BOCES New Visions Application, they need to click - create an account - https://5il.co/38i9h. Once students do that, an email is sent to them - https://5il.co/38i9n.

NUCOR Foundation Scholarship for 2025 - ATTENTION QUALIFYING SENIORS!! FINAL REMINDER - March 1st , 2025 Deadline. NUCOR Foundation was established as a non-profit corporation for charitable and educational purposes including the awarding of scholarship grants to deserving men and women. It is the belief of the Foundation that the further economic and social progress of the nation is built upon the education of its citizens. The awarding of scholarships is seen to encourage personal as well as national and community development. Students awarded the FOUNDATION Scholarship: The current award amount is four thousand dollars ($4,000) per year/12-month period. All scholarships will be awarded for a period of four years, or whatever lesser period is normally required for completion of the courses in which the recipient is enrolled. ♦ The course of study must be completed within eight (8) years of High School graduation. Scholarship funds may be used only to defray the recipient’s undergraduate actual out-of-pocket expenses that are payable directly to the school for: ♦ [a] tuition, [b] fees, [c] books and materials and [d] room and board (in that order). The scholarship recipient may attend any qualified accredited college, university, vocational, or trade school within the United States. ♦ correspondence schools and/or most internet classes are not eligible for funding from the Foundation Scholarship. ♦ Students attending International Schools are eligible for Educational Disbursement. A recipient may transfer from one institution to another and retain the award. ♦ Students must update their college profile on the foundation website with the name of the institution. Please visit https://5il.co/35804 for more information on this Scholarship, requirements, and application process. The deadline to apply is March 1st, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted. Please see the Guidance Department with any questions.

Rotary Youth Leadership Conference 2025 - Attention Juniors! With Spring approaching, now is the time to look for Summer opportunities. The RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) Conference is a great place to start! The RYLA Conference is a forum that provides exceptional students moving from their Junior to Senior year with an opportunity to exchange ideas, opinions and beliefs with other students in a relaxed, retreat-style setting. Students will have the opportunity to meet other area students, stay on a college campus setting, learn leadership skills and build friendships. Area high school teachers act as guest speakers and have students participate in various workshops to build confidence and skills for students to use as they progress from high school to their post-graduation goals. *The conference this year runs from Sunday, June 29th, 2025 to Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 at the SUNY Oneonta Campus in Oneonta, NY. All fees for students are paid by the local Rotary Club. Interested students will need to fill out an application at https://5il.co/37tzn and selected applicants will attend an after-school interview with the selection committee. The date for this is TBD. Any interested Juniors should fill out the short application and return it to the Guidance Department no later than Friday, March 14th. Please visit https://5il.co/37tzo to view a PowerPoint detailing the events of RYLA with pictures of past years activities as well as the application. Please see the Guidance Department with any questions.

TC3 Summer Online Classes - Registration is Now Open! Please visit https://5il.co/38gyl to view a list of Summer online classes. Please visit https://5il.co/38gyp for a fillable registration form. TC3 is doing away with an online course catalog, hopefully this format can take its place going forward. If a student needs a course description, please visit the website at https://www.tompkinscortland.edu/collegenow/classes-campus-or-online. Classes will fill quickly and TC3 is beginning Summer class registration. Please see your Guidance Counselor to register for a course. Students should NOT sign up for an Online course on their own. This process is requested by TC3. Please be aware, many Summer classes begin in May and this may interfere with Regents, exams. TC3 does not recommend a student to take more than 4 credits in a Summer session.

Coach Ryck’s Winter break weight room schedule: Monday-Thursday 2:30-6pm

Rotary Youth Leadership Conference 2025 - Attention Juniors! With Spring approaching, now is the time to look for Summer opportunities. The RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) Conference is a great place to start! The RYLA Conference is a forum that provides exceptional students moving from their Junior to Senior year with an opportunity to exchange ideas, opinions and beliefs with other students in a relaxed, retreat-style setting. Students will have the opportunity to meet other area students, stay on a college campus setting, learn leadership skills and build friendships. Area high school teachers act as guest speakers and have students participate in various workshops to build confidence and skills for students to use as they progress from high school to their post-graduation goals. *The conference this year runs from Sunday, June 29th, 2025 to Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 at the SUNY Oneonta Campus in Oneonta, NY. All fees for students are paid by the local Rotary Club. Interested students will need to fill out an application at https://5il.co/37tzn and selected applicants will attend an after-school interview with the selection committee. The date for this is TBD. Any interested Juniors should fill out the short application and return it to the Guidance Department no later than Friday, March 14th. Please visit https://5il.co/37tzo to view a PowerPoint detailing the events of RYLA with pictures of past years activities as well as the application. Please see the Guidance Department with any questions.

Guthrie Community Credit Union Scholarship - Deadline Reminder Guthrie Community Credit Union Scholarship - March 31st, 2025 Deadline This is a newly established scholarship by Guthrie Federal Credit Union. Guthrie Federal Credit Union is deeply committed to supporting the education goals of graduating seniors. Eligibility Criteria and Checklist: • Graduating senior from Waverly Central High School, Tioga Central High School, New York, or a Bradford County, PA high school - also including parochial schools and home-schooled students. • Must be accepted into an accredited four-year college or university. • Write an essay of 250-500 words, double spaced that describes areas in your life where you have demonstrated leadership and overcame obstacles either through your school, social, or family life. While you can certainly write about an experience that has had a profound effect on your life, it is important to remember that we are not evaluating you based upon the seriousness of the obstacle you overcame. The goal of the essay is to show us that you have intelligence and fortitude to handle challenges that come your way. • Proficient academic performance in high school but not necessarily the highest grades. • Please provide a list of school-based activities (including leadership positions, clubs and athletics) as well as community volunteer activities and the number of months or years. Please E-mail your application in Word or PDF form to: jallenelford@twintierscf.org no later than Monday, March 31, 2025, by 5:00 pm or mail to Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, 104 W. Lockhart St, Sayre, PA 18840. Mailed application must be postmarked no later than Monday, March 31, 2025. Visit https://5il.co/34jpz for information and an application. Paper copies of this Scholarship and application are available in the Guidance Department.

Rockman's Tuxedo Shop/Babe & Tymoski Scholarship - Deadline Reminder - March 31st, 2025 Rockman’s Tuxedo Shop/Babe & George Tymoski Scholarship This scholarship was set up in memory of Babe & George Tymoski who were the proprietors of Rockman’s Dress Shop in downtown Sayre for many years. This scholarship is open to graduates of Athens, Sayre or Waverly High Schools. The student must continue their education in a field that will lead to their starting their own business or obtaining a degree in the business field. Eligibility Criteria: • Graduating seniors from Athens Area High School, Sayre Area High School, PA or Waverly Central High School, NY. • Accepted into an accredited institution of higher learning (a 4 year, 2 year or trade school) in the United States. • Essay (200-250 words doubled spaced) on what makes you an excellent candidate for this scholarship. • Please provide a list of school-based activities (including leadership positions, clubs and athletics) as well as community volunteer activities and the number of months or years. • A copy of your completed community service project that improved the communities in the Valley and demonstrated your entrepreneurial ability and knowledge. • The student should be continuing their education in a field that will lead to their starting their own business or obtaining a degree in the business field. Please E-mail your application in Word or PDF form to: jallenelford@twintierscf.org no later than Monday, March 31, 2025, by 5:00 pm or mail to Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, 104 W. Lockhart St, Sayre, PA 18840. Mailed application must be postmarked no later than Monday, March 31, 2025. Visit https://5il.co/34j9e for information and an application. Paper copies of this Scholarship and application are available in the Guidance Department.

Tioga Tae Kwon Do Scholarship Deadline Reminder - March 31st, 2025 Tioga Tae Kwon Do Scholarship Tioga Tae Kwon Do established an annual academic scholarship award available to their students that have demonstrated outstanding academic and martial arts performance and will be pursuing a college degree. Applicant must be an active student of Tioga Tae Kwon Do, LLC. The decision is based on merit and not need. Applicant shall have demonstrated strong academic and martial arts performance. Eligibility Criteria: Applicant must be an active student of Tioga Tae Kwon Do, LLC. Enrolled in accredited college or university. Essay (200-250 words doubled spaced) on how Martial Arts have influenced your life, focusing on tenets of Tae Kwon Do: Curtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable Spirit. Transcript of high school grades. Copy of Resume (including volunteer work). Decision is based on merit and not need. Please submit applications to : jallenelford@twintierscf.org or mail to Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers, 104 W. Lockhart Street, Sayre, PA 18840 Must be postmarked no later than Monday, March 31, 2025. Visit https://5il.co/34jq9 for information and an application. Paper copies of this Scholarship and application are available in the Guidance Department.

SAT School Day Exam - April 8th, 2025 - Sign Up Now In The Guidance Department! FINAL REMINDER - The SAT exam (Scholastic Aptitude Test) is going to be given at Waverly High School on Tuesday, April 8th. The exam will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will take approximately 3 hours to complete. The exam is on a first come first serve basis as we have a limited number of exams. The fee for the SAT exam is $60. Students can pay by cash or check. If you are paying by check, it can be made payable to "The Waverly Central School District." The SAT is a standardized test used by many colleges and universities in the United States—including those that are test optional. It’s used for admissions, financial aid, placement, and other purposes. The primary benefit of taking the SAT is that it gives colleges a standardized measure of your academic abilities. With those scores, most colleges and universities can compare students from different schools and backgrounds on a level field. While the SAT isn’t the only factor that colleges consider in the admissions process, it’s a valuable tool that can demonstrate your academic abilities and improve your chances of being admitted to your desired college or university. It’s a more objective measure than extracurricular activities, teacher recommendations, or college application essays. Although some four-year colleges don’t require an admission test score as part of your application, the test strengthens your college application nearly everywhere. Most U.S. colleges and universities accept the SAT. If you’re not sure which college you want to attend, it’s a good idea to take the test. You can decide at a later time whether or not to submit your scores with your application. Remember that an average test score is just that ─ an average. Don't be afraid to apply to a college that seems right for you even if its average score is higher or lower than yours. Talk to your school counselor about whether or not you should submit your scores. Some colleges and educational organizations award scholarship money to students based in part on SAT scores. By opting in to the Student Search Service when you register for the weekend SAT, you can receive free information from colleges and scholarship programs. This can help you to discover a good match. Depending on your school, district, or state, if you take the SAT in school on a school day you can opt-into the Connections(TM) feature of the free BigFuture School mobile app that also allows you to hear from colleges that might be a good match. Students that are interested in taking the exam can sign up in the Guidance Department. The deadline to sign up is Friday, February 14th. To learn more about the SAT, you may visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat. Students can visit for a SAT Student Guide - https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-school-day-student-guide.pdf. Please reach out to your Guidance Counselor with any questions.

NUCOR Foundation Scholarship for 2025 - ATTENTION QUALIFYING SENIORS!! REMINDER - March 1st , 2025 Deadline. NUCOR Foundation was established as a non-profit corporation for charitable and educational purposes including the awarding of scholarship grants to deserving men and women. It is the belief of the Foundation that the further economic and social progress of the nation is built upon the education of its citizens. The awarding of scholarships is seen to encourage personal as well as national and community development. Students awarded the FOUNDATION Scholarship: The current award amount is four thousand dollars ($4,000) per year/12-month period. All scholarships will be awarded for a period of four years, or whatever lesser period is normally required for completion of the courses in which the recipient is enrolled. ♦ The course of study must be completed within eight (8) years of High School graduation. Scholarship funds may be used only to defray the recipient’s undergraduate actual out-of-pocket expenses that are payable directly to the school for: ♦ [a] tuition, [b] fees, [c] books and materials and [d] room and board (in that order). The scholarship recipient may attend any qualified accredited college, university, vocational, or trade school within the United States. ♦ correspondence schools and/or most internet classes are not eligible for funding from the Foundation Scholarship. ♦ Students attending International Schools are eligible for Educational Disbursement. A recipient may transfer from one institution to another and retain the award. ♦ Students must update their college profile on the foundation website with the name of the institution. Please visit https://5il.co/35804 for more information on this Scholarship, requirements, and application process. The deadline to apply is March 1st, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted. Please see the Guidance Department with any questions.

SAT School Day Exam - April 8th, 2025 - Sign Up Now In The Guidance Department! REMINDER - The SAT exam (Scholastic Aptitude Test) is going to be given at Waverly High School on Tuesday, April 8th. The exam will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will take approximately 3 hours to complete. The exam is on a first come first serve basis as we have a limited number of exams. The fee for the SAT exam is $60. Students can pay by cash or check. If you are paying by check, it can be made payable to "The Waverly Central School District." The SAT is a standardized test used by many colleges and universities in the United States—including those that are test optional. It’s used for admissions, financial aid, placement, and other purposes. The primary benefit of taking the SAT is that it gives colleges a standardized measure of your academic abilities. With those scores, most colleges and universities can compare students from different schools and backgrounds on a level field. While the SAT isn’t the only factor that colleges consider in the admissions process, it’s a valuable tool that can demonstrate your academic abilities and improve your chances of being admitted to your desired college or university. It’s a more objective measure than extracurricular activities, teacher recommendations, or college application essays. Although some four-year colleges don’t require an admission test score as part of your application, the test strengthens your college application nearly everywhere. Most U.S. colleges and universities accept the SAT. If you’re not sure which college you want to attend, it’s a good idea to take the test. You can decide at a later time whether or not to submit your scores with your application. Remember that an average test score is just that ─ an average. Don't be afraid to apply to a college that seems right for you even if its average score is higher or lower than yours. Talk to your school counselor about whether or not you should submit your scores. Some colleges and educational organizations award scholarship money to students based in part on SAT scores. By opting in to the Student Search Service when you register for the weekend SAT, you can receive free information from colleges and scholarship programs. This can help you to discover a good match. Depending on your school, district, or state, if you take the SAT in school on a school day you can opt-into the Connections(TM) feature of the free BigFuture School mobile app that also allows you to hear from colleges that might be a good match. Students that are interested in taking the exam can sign up in the Guidance Department. The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, February 12th. To learn more about the SAT, you may visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat. Students can visit for a SAT Student Guide - https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-school-day-student-guide.pdf. Please reach out to your Guidance Counselor with any questions.

The Finger Lakes Runners Club Scholarship The Finger Lakes Runners Club is proud to announce the Joseph P. Reynolds scholarship for high school seniors who have plans for continuing their education and have participated in their running community during their high school experience. Application deadline is April 15th, 2025. Please visit https://5il.co/37c0j for an application and information.

Norman J. O'Neil Memorial Scholarship - Cops4aCause Ncrm's career in public service as a NYS trooper spanned over 31 years serving the people of New York State, primarily in Broome and Tioga Counties. He served as a trooper and an investigator and was a member of several specialized units. His responsibilities were important to him and Norm could always be counted on to help. He had the strongest sense of dedication and commitment and leadership, distinguishing him as a trusted role model for all. This scholarship award will ensure that the work ethic and characteristics of Norm and how he lived his life every day continues in some small way. The scholarship in the amount of $1000 presented through Cops4aCause is competitive. There is only one recipient each year from thirteen (13) schools within Broome County and one recipient from six (6) schools within Tioga County. Applications are submitted by graduating high school seniors. The scholarship is awarded to a student in recognition of their community service and who will be pursuing studies in law enforcement and related fields and who exemplifies the values and ideals that were the core of Norm's life. Application deadline is 3/28/25 Please visit https://5il.co/37c0a for an application and information.

The Junior League of Greater Elmira-Corning is seeking applications for its 18th-annual Outstanding High School Senior Volunteer Scholarship. This scholarship seeks to reward a young woman who is college-bound and is currently donating, or has donated, her time to volunteering. This can be in either her school or the community during her senior year. The $2,500 scholarship is intended to be used for college expenses. The Junior League of Greater Elmira-Corning is a member of an international organization of women volunteers that has been active in the area since 1932. They have donated more than $500,000 and countless volunteer hours to organizations and agencies across Chemung and Steuben counties. They are dedicated to developing the potential of women and to improving communities by identifying projects that need attention. They seek to assist a young woman in our community who personifies our organization’s mission. The deadline for submission is May 1, 2025. Please remember it is the students responsibility to gather all four required portions of the application and return all four parts t no later than May 1, 2025. Only complete applications postmarked by May 1 will be accepted and considered. Please visit https://5il.co/37ali for an application. If you have any questions, please contact Karen Wheadon, kwheadon@zifflaw.com / (607) 731-6700. Printed documents can be sent to the following address: Junior League of Greater Elmira-Corning, Inc. PO Box 1059 Elmira, NY 14902

United States Coast Guard Opportunity Recruitment Day on Monday, February 24th from 12 PM-4PM. Where:Tioga Career Center, 1062 Rt. 38, Owego, NY Please see attachment for more details.

Twin Tiers Society of Women Engineers - Margaret Brewster Scholarship The Twin Tiers Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is pleased to announce the 2025 Margaret R. Brewster scholarship program. Five non-renewable $2000 scholarships will be distributed for the 2025-2026 school year. These $2,000 scholarships will be open to high school seniors who identify as female within the Twin Tiers region. The eligible seniors must plan to major in an ABET accredited engineering or CSAB accredited computer science program during the 2025-2026 school year. Please visit https://5il.co/379r5 for an application along with eligibility requirements. Please visit https://5il.co/379r3 for a flyer with information. Deadline to apply is Friday, March 21st, 2025.

SAT School Day Exam - April 8th, 2025 - Sign Up Now In The Guidance Department! The SAT exam (Scholastic Aptitude Test) is going to be given at Waverly High School on Tuesday, April 8th. The exam will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will take approximately 3 hours to complete. The exam is on a first come first serve basis as we have a limited number of exams. The fee for the SAT exam is $60. Students can pay by cash or check. If you are paying by check, it can be made payable to "The Waverly Central School District." The SAT is a standardized test used by many colleges and universities in the United States—including those that are test optional. It’s used for admissions, financial aid, placement, and other purposes. The primary benefit of taking the SAT is that it gives colleges a standardized measure of your academic abilities. With those scores, most colleges and universities can compare students from different schools and backgrounds on a level field. While the SAT isn’t the only factor that colleges consider in the admissions process, it’s a valuable tool that can demonstrate your academic abilities and improve your chances of being admitted to your desired college or university. It’s a more objective measure than extracurricular activities, teacher recommendations, or college application essays. Although some four-year colleges don’t require an admission test score as part of your application, the test strengthens your college application nearly everywhere. Most U.S. colleges and universities accept the SAT. If you’re not sure which college you want to attend, it’s a good idea to take the test. You can decide at a later time whether or not to submit your scores with your application. Remember that an average test score is just that ─ an average. Don't be afraid to apply to a college that seems right for you even if its average score is higher or lower than yours. Talk to your school counselor about whether or not you should submit your scores. Some colleges and educational organizations award scholarship money to students based in part on SAT scores. By opting in to the Student Search Service when you register for the weekend SAT, you can receive free information from colleges and scholarship programs. This can help you to discover a good match. Depending on your school, district, or state, if you take the SAT in school on a school day you can opt-into the Connections(TM) feature of the free BigFuture School mobile app that also allows you to hear from colleges that might be a good match. Students that are interested in taking the exam can sign up in the Guidance Department. The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, February 12th. To learn more about the SAT, you may visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat. Students can visit for a SAT Student Guide - https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-school-day-student-guide.pdf. Please reach out to your Guidance Counselor with any questions.