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Mariah Thomas
THE JILL DOBRIN MENACHEM MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship established in 2002 by
the Dobrin Family is awarded annually to a Beachwood
High School graduating senior whose love of children and
concern for their welfare has motivated her/him to pursue
a career in Early Childhood Education or a related field
working with young children.
Hannah Leland
PTO GARAGE SALE SCHOLARSHIP: This scholarship is
awarded annually to a qualified senior or Beachwood
graduating senior who has been outstanding in one
or more of the following: 1.) Volunteerism/community
service, 2.) Character and citizenship, 3.) Exhibiting
enthusiasm for school and community.
Paul Corty
THE JAY SHLACHTER ART AWARD:
Mr. & Mrs. Harry Shlachter established this scholarship in
memory of their son in 1998. The award is given annually
to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has
demonstrated an appreciation and talent in the area of
fine arts and intends to pursue a career in that area.
Casey Peck
THE DAKOTA "CODY" WEINER MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP:
This Scholarship established by family
and friends in 2001 in his honor, is given annually to a
Beachwood High School graduating senior with an
extrememly kind heart, who, because of his or her spirit,
succeeds against all odds.
Enrique Caraballo
THE WEISENBERG FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP: Established
by Aaron and Whitney Weisenberg in 2008, this scholarship
is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School
graduating senior who exhibits passion and commitment
to the arts and intends to pursue a career in that area.
Casey Peck
THE PAM AND DAN JOHNSTON SCHOLARSHIP:
This award, established by friends of Pam and Dan in 2001,
recognizes their contributions to the Beachwood Schools.
It is given annually to a Beachwood High School student
who will be participating in the graduation ceremony,
experiences challenges on a daily basis and continues to
persevere. The applicant must have plans to continue in a
program that enhances their life skills.
Sri Vidya Uppalapati
THE ROBERT D. KATES AWARD: This award, established
in his memory in 1999, is given annually to a Beachwood
High School graduating senior who has shown outstanding
leadership within Student Council.
Jackson Bogomolny
THE KAM AND CHIEN LIAO MATH AND NATURAL
SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship established in
2007 by Dr. and Mrs. Liao is awarded annually to a
Beachwood High School graduating senior who has been
outstanding in mathematics or natural sciences, will attend
a four year college or university and who indicates a desire
to pursue a career in the area of Natural Sciences,
Engineering or Mathematics. This student must also have
a 4.0 in core subjects.
Simon Perilla
THE JOAN LOBERT SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High
School graduating senior who has been outstanding and
who indicates an intention to pursue a career in the area
of: 1) Political Science 2) Government and/or 3) Public
Service. It was established in 2000 by her family.
Kathleen Fullerton
THE NORM WEISS SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High
School graduating senior who throughout his/her school
years has demonstrated, and participated in charity,
volunteer, and community service activities, substantially
greater than those required for graduation. It was
established in 2002 in his memory by his family.
Grant Gravagna
THE PAUL AND KATE WILLIAMS SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High
School graduating senior who has demonstrated
outstanding capabilities in one or more of the following
areas: 1) visionary thinking 2) entrepreneurial spirit 3)
dedication to life-long learning. It was established in 2004
by Kate and Paul Williams.
Anna Post
THE DR. JERRY S. AND GAIL R. WOLKOFF CIVIC AWARD:
Established in memory of their parents in 1999 by the
Wolkoff children, this award is given annually to a
Beachwood High School graduating senior who has
exceeded the requirements for community service work,
has participated in two or more Beachwood School extra-
curricular activities, and has achieved a 2.75 GPA in high
school.
Dana Kippen
(class of 2017)
THE WHITE & GOLD FOR
BISON PRIDE SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship was established in 2013 by the Beachwood
Schools Foundation and is awarded annually to a
Beachwood High School junior who has demonstrated
exceptional Bison Pride both in and out of Beachwood High
School. It is awarded by senior students to foster recognition
and investment of their fellow Beachwood students.
Casey Peck
THE VERA ARLEN SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship was established in 2010 by Sidney Arlen
to honor his wife's memory and to acknowledge her special
qualities as an individual. This scholarship is awarded
annually to a female Beachwood High School graduating
senior who exhibits leadership, humanity and a generous
spirit in a humble manner.
Hannah Cantlie
THE GINA MICHELLE AGIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD:
This scholarship is awarded annually to a female
Beachwood High School graduating senior who has
participated in women's interscholastic sports or
cheerleading. She must have demonstrated dedication to
achieve team success. The applicant may also qualify for
this scholarship if she served as a support person for a high
school sports team (such as a team statistician).
Jaelyn Pounds & Bagatur Askaryan
THE BEACHWOOD BOOSTER ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENT
AWARD:
This scholarship is awarded to student athletes
(one male, one female) who personify ideals consistent
with the Boosters mission of: "Promote the growth and
success of the Beachwood City Schools Athletics while
encouraging school and community spirit".
Kayla Harrison
THE BEACHWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS
SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship is awarded annually to
a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has been
successfully employed in a Beachwood business or industry
and who intends to pursue a career in business or a selected
vocation. It was established in 1999 by the Chamber of
Commerce.
Hannah Cantlie & Junyoung Lee
THE DAVE AND JANICE BLOOM SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship is awarded annually to a qualified senior
who has shown a strong commitment to Beachwood
athletics through being a player, equipment person, or
team manager. The applicant must have participated with
the same sports team for at least two years and shown
strong sportsmanship. This scholarship was established in
2004 by the children of Dave and Janice Bloom in honor
of their time and dedication to the City of Beachwood and
its sports programs.
Paul Corty
THE DONNA BICKOFF COHEN SCHOLARSHIP:
The Donna Bickoff Cohen Scholarship was established in
2011 by contributions from the community in memory of
Donna who was active in nearly everything Beachwood,
particularly the schools. The scholarship honors a student
with a "can do" attitude who embodies the spirit of the
Beachwood Schools and pride in the Beachwood
community.
Sydney Eisenberg
THE HARVEY FRIEDMAN LEADERSHIP
SCHOLARSHIP:
This award is given annually to a
Beachwood High School graduating senior who has
demonstrated significant leadership during his or her high
school career. It was founded by Harvey and Shirley
Friedman and their family in 1998.
Bagatur Askaryan & Jada Stevens
THE GEVELBER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship was created in 2011 to recognize a
Beachwood student who has been an athlete that promotes
leadership during and outside the athletic competition,
and has been a team player who puts others before self.
Paul Corty
Sydney Eisenberg
Kathleen Fullerton
Grant Gravagna
Kayla Harrison
Simon Perilla
Jaelyn Pounds
Jada Stevens
Mariah Thomas
Sri Vidya Uppalapati
Bagatur Askaryan
Jackson Bogomolny
Hannah Cantlie
Enrique Caraballo
Dana Kippen
(Class of 2017)
Lin-Ye Kaye
Junyoung Lee
Hannah Leland
Casey Peck
The Beachwood Schools Foundation Awards and Scholarships
The Beachwood Schools Foundation (BSF) is a 501(c)3 philanthropic organization administered by a volunteer board of directors from the Beachwood
community. Its primary mission is to obtain funds from individuals, families and corporations to provide scholarships to graduating seniors who are
continuing their education. Additionally, an "Above and Beyond" program has been initiated to raise money to enhance educational programming
in the Beachwood School District.
Every year the Foundation manages more than 2 dozen funds awarding nearly $15,000 to deserving Beachwood High School Seniors.
Below are the recipients from the Class of 2016.
Naya Hill
THE BEACHWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HARLAN
DIAMOND CULINARY ARTS SCHOLARSHIP:

This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior
of the Beachwood High School consortium Culinary Arts
Program who has been accepted to and will attend a post­
secondary educational program in the field of either
culinary arts or restaurant management. This scholarship
was established to honor Harlan Diamond and the Culinary
Arts Program.
Hannah Cantlie
THE BEACHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
SCHOLARSHIP:
This scholarship is awarded annually to
a graduating senior of Beachwood High School and the
son or daughter of a graduate of Beachwood High School.
The applicant must have demonstrated leadership ability,
contributed to help improve the school and/or community,
be a hard working student, and have demonstrated that
he/she is a caring human being. It was established in 1999
by the Beachwood High School Alumni Association.
Lin-Ye Kaye
CLEVELAND CLINIC HEALTH CAREER SCHOLARSHIP:
Established in 2006, this scholarship is awarded annually
to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has
been outstanding in one or more of the following areas:
academics, community service, and extracurricular
activities and intends to pursue a career in the area of
health care at a college, university or technical program.
Anna Post