Waverly High School

Rhoda M. Sutryk Memorial Scholarship - Due 5/15/2026

This *$3,000 annual scholarship was set up in loving memory of Rhoda M. Sutryk, a talented individual who served her community well and poured her soul into the lives of young and old alike. Rhoda’s most devoted love was her family, where she mothered eleven wonderful children. Family values, the love for music, and strength of character were important to her. Along with her role as mother, Rhoda was a beloved piano teacher, choir director, music teacher, and more. She gave her talent, energy, and time in her community through various organizations, including Waverly High School and Elementary choirs, Waverly Band, Waverly Summer Music Theater, Waverly sports programs, Waverly art classes, nursing homes, churches, and any and all activities her children were involved in. Throughout her whole life, she repetitively demonstrated kindness and goodness serving those in and around the valley communities.

*The Sutryk family reserves the right to give one $3,000 scholarship or two $1,500 scholarships.

This award is given to a student in the Waverly Central School District who demonstrates any of Rhoda’s most treasured values.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Waverly graduating senior
- Accepted into a college or other advanced program is preferred
- Statement (250-500 words, double-spaced) on any or all of the following topics:
1. Today, family takes on many different appearances and dynamics. Explain the importance of family values and what does family mean to you? How has family helped mold you into who you are today?
2. What are you most admirable character traits and how do these traits help you through everyday life?
3. What gifts have I given through music, and how I will continue my love for music throughout my future years. - Must show outstanding character of outward goodness and kindness towards others.

Please email your application in Word or PDF form to: rblauvelt@gstboces.org no later than Friday, May 15th, 2026. Family contact: Robin Blauvelt rblauvelt@gstboces.org .

Applications and can be found at https://aptg.co/sg_gLS.

Valley Lodge #153 Essay Contest - Scholarship Due Date is May 9th, 2026.

The Masonic Essay Contest is open to seniors from Waverly, Sayre, and Athens High Schools.

Essay Topic:
Charity, community service, and volunteering are core values of Freemasonry. Share your personal experiences with any of these activities and explain why making a positive impact in your community or in people’s lives is meaningful to both you and those you help.

Please carefully review the following guidelines before submitting your essay:
*Submission: Email your completed essay to essay@cstmasons.org with the subject line "Masonic Essay Contest 2025."
*Word Count: Your essay must be between 500 and 1,000 words. Essays that do not meet this requirement will not be accepted. One Submission Per Applicant: Each participant may submit only one essay.
*Plagiarism & AI Use: Any form of plagiarism or AI generated content is strictly prohibited. Essays will be checked using plagiarism detection software, and any violation will result in immediate disqualification.
*File Format: Submit your essay in .DOC, .DOCX, or .PDF format. Other file types will not be accepted.
*Cover Sheet: Your essay must include a cover sheet with the following information: Full Name, Email Address, and Phone Number
*Language Requirement: Essays must be written in English only.

Failure to follow these guidelines may result in disqualification. Best of luck to all participants!

For additional information on this Scholarship and how to apply visit https://aptg.co/H533Vq.

Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation Scholarship

The scholarship fund is to be awarded in memory of Mildred Faulkner Truman who was a lifelong resident of Owego and whose vision was to establish a Foundation to benefit the residents of Tioga County. The scholarships are to be given to three high school seniors who plan to further his/her education, demonstrates a financial need and community involvement and who will receive a diploma from the Waverly High School in June following receipt of application.

The education scholarship award will be for three selected students in the amount of $1,000.00 each. The Armed Forces scholarship will be awarded up to three enlisted in the military and shall be $200.00 each.

Applicants for the tuition scholarship shall submit a biography which should include a paragraph on what community service means to the student. The Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation reserves the right to publish the biography in a local newspaper.

Applicants for the military scholarship shall submit a biography outlining why they chose to enter the military.

Due date is May 10th, 2026 to Jen Fish in the Guidance Department. Students can send their Biographies electronically to JFish@wcsdletsgo.com.

Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation Scholarship Information - https://aptg.co/Hck965

Requesting Final College Transcripts - Class of 2026 - Important Information

Any Senior that accumulated College credits through Corning Community College or Tompkins Cortland Community College must request that their final transcripts be sent to the college they will be attending in the Fall. The student must make this request and complete the process. For college credits to be accurately transferred, it is important that this is completed.

Tompkins Cortland Community College Credits:
If a student is going to TC3 they don’t need to request a final transcript.
Students should hold off on requesting their official transcript until all of their grades have been posted. It is suggested July 1st.
For students earning their Associate’s degree through the Early Degree program, their degree won’t be shown on their transcripts until late August/early September.
If students need their username and/or password, please send a text to Rhonda Kowalski at 607-367-6828 for assistance.
Students joining the military should get a copy of their transcript as well as it helps with rank.
Directions
Log in to myTC3
The email will be what the system sees as their TC3 email – not your gmail, icloud, school, etc. email.
Username@mymail.tc3.edu
If students need a password reset email students should text Rhonda Kowalski.
Select “Self-Service”
Re-Enter their Username
Hover over Grades
Select “Request Official Transcript”
Follow the directions to order their transcript through Parchment
Official transcripts are $8 per request.
Alternate Directions
If a student doesn’t want to log in they can request their transcript at https://www.tompkinscortland.edu/academic-records/transcripts and click the link under “online orders”.

Corning Community College Credits:
Students should visit https://www.corning-cc.edu/admissions-future-students/ace/transcript-requests.php.
ACE students will need their CCC ID or Social Security number to request a transcript. Call the ACE office to get your CCC ID: 607-962-9491 or 607-962-9533.
A credit card will be required to cover the $8.00 charge per request.
If you are uncomfortable placing an order over the Internet, Parchment will place your transcript request for an additional operator surcharge for placing orders over the telephone.
**Important –ACE Students ONLY need to wait until all grades are entered by their high school instructors. Please check the box "ACE Students ONLY - Hold for Grades" when submitting the request. Call the ACE office at 607-962-9491 if you need help logging in.
If you need assistance or your CCC ID# – please email ACE at ace@corning-cc.edu or call 607-962-9533 or 9491

Requesting Final College Transcripts - Class of 2026 - Important Information

Any Senior that accumulated College credits through Corning Community College or Tompkins Cortland Community College must request that their final transcripts be sent to the college they will be attending in the Fall. The student must make this request and complete the process. For college credits to be accurately transferred, it is important that this is completed.

Tompkins Cortland Community College Credits:
If a student is going to TC3 they don’t need to request a final transcript.
Students should hold off on requesting their official transcript until all of their grades have been posted. It is suggested July 1st.
For students earning their Associate’s degree through the Early Degree program, their degree won’t be shown on their transcripts until late August/early September.
If students need their username and/or password, please send a text to Rhonda Kowalski at 607-367-6828 for assistance.
Students joining the military should get a copy of their transcript as well as it helps with rank.
Directions
Log in to myTC3
The email will be what the system sees as their TC3 email – not your gmail, icloud, school, etc. email.
Username@mymail.tc3.edu
If students need a password reset email students should text Rhonda Kowalski.
Select “Self-Service”
Re-Enter their Username
Hover over Grades
Select “Request Official Transcript”
Follow the directions to order their transcript through Parchment
Official transcripts are $8 per request.
Alternate Directions
If a student doesn’t want to log in they can request their transcript at https://www.tompkinscortland.edu/academic-records/transcripts and click the link under “online orders”.

Corning Community College Credits:
Students should visit https://www.corning-cc.edu/admissions-future-students/ace/transcript-requests.php.
ACE students will need their CCC ID or Social Security number to request a transcript. Call the ACE office to get your CCC ID: 607-962-9491 or 607-962-9533.
A credit card will be required to cover the $8.00 charge per request.
If you are uncomfortable placing an order over the Internet, Parchment will place your transcript request for an additional operator surcharge for placing orders over the telephone.
**Important –ACE Students ONLY need to wait until all grades are entered by their high school instructors. Please check the box "ACE Students ONLY - Hold for Grades" when submitting the request. Call the ACE office at 607-962-9491 if you need help logging in.
If you need assistance or your CCC ID# – please email ACE at ace@corning-cc.edu or call 607-962-9533 or 9491

Upcoming Scholarship Due Dates - Seniors

May 1st, 2026
Twin Tiers Community Foundation Scholarships:
Alice Walker Cooper Scholarship
Carl & Charlotte Lovejoy Scholarship
Donald Ennis Scholarship
Katherine Kerrigan Scholarship
R.E. Fraley Engineering Scholarship
Wright Family Scholarship

Harry Hoover Memorial Scholarship
Howard "Bud" Tompkins Scholarship
Paul Quinn Girolamo Scholarship
Vietnam Moving Wall Scholarship

May 10th, 2026
Mildred Truman Foundation Scholarship

May 15th, 2026
Persevere Like a Wolverine Scholarship
Rhoda M. Sutryk Scholarship

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand’s 2026 Central New York Regional Service Academy

Interested high school student and parents are invited to register online to attend the event and receive more information HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/us-senator-gillibrands-central-region-service-academy-night-2026-tickets-1987355241024The

The Office of U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand’s 2026 Central New York Service Academy Information Night event on Thursday May 14th will highlight the unique opportunities available through the nation’s five service academies. It will also feature presentations by a local Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program and a representative for the Department of Defense (DoD) Cyber Scholarship Program

Event attendees will have the opportunity to hear from representatives of the following offices and institutions:

The Office of U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
U.S. Military Academy
U.S. Naval Academy
U.S. Coast Guard Academy
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
U.S. Air Force Academy
ARMY ROTC / AFROTC
DoD Cyber Scholarship Program

If students are unable to attend the 2026 Central New York Service Academy Night, please note that we will be hosting similar events in other regions.

Students may apply for a 2026 Service Academy Nomination through Senator Gillibrand’s website: https://www.gillibrand.senate.gov/help/academy-nominations/. The deadline to apply and submit all materials in consideration for a nomination through our office is Monday, October 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET.

Answers to frequently asked questions about the nomination process can be found at https://aptg.co/8_2M-z . Should you have questions not answered in the FAQ, please feel free to contact our Service Academy Nominations team at nominations@gillibrand.senate.gov.

Waverly Teachers' Association Scholarship - FINAL REMINDER - DUE 4/24

This scholarship is given by the Waverly Teachers’ Association to a deserving student in the current graduating class who has been enrolled in the Waverly School District for at least the last two years of their high school career.

In addition, the student should be pursuing a degree at a 2 or 4 year college in a service field. Preference will be given to those entering the education field.

The application must be handed in to Ms. Petrin personally in Room 161 or emailed to her with a subject
heading of “WTA Scholarship” by April 24th. Her email address is (spetrin@gstboces.org)

Visit https://aptg.co/SthzNf for additional information and an application.

BOCES Career and Technical Education (CTE) Application Information/Catalog - APPLICATIONS DUE - FINAL REMINDER

Students that would like to begin the CTE Application Process for 2026 are now able to do so. Please see the below information for students doing the application process on their own.
Students can apply using generic account information. Students can also complete an application with their Guidance Counselor (preferred method - please email your Counselor to setup an appointment).

Students apply at: https://apply.gstboces.org/newvisions/. Click on "Career and Technical Education" and then on "Application."
Generic Username: waverlycte@gstboces.org
Generic Password: gst2223!
*All CTE applications will be due by Friday, May 1st.

BOCES is not using a first come first served method. BOCES will be reviewing applications as they come in and make decisions so that all students have an equal opportunity.
Incomplete applications will be reviewed once all documentation is added to the application.

Late applications will be processed based on program availability.

BOCES CTE 2026-2027 Catalog can be found at https://issuu.com/proudtobegst/docs/gst_boces_cte_catalog_2026-27.

Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce - Joe Wolf Memorial Scholarship Award in Honor of Eleanor Hill - DUE 4/22

Awarded to students who have exhibited interest, enthusiasm and involvement in our local Community along with our activities, events, and organizations. Students have exhibited volunteerism and have served as leaders and role models to others. Their future interests lie in business or community development. Consideration will also be given to students pursuing Special Education.

Please visit https://aptg.co/FL578Z for an application.

Applications are due April 22nd to Jen Fish and can be submitted electronically to JFish@wcsdletsgo.com.

Michael & Ann DeSisti UNICO Scholarship - April 24th Due Date

The Sayre Chapter of UNICO sponsors a combined 4 year scholarship consisting of the Michael & Ann DeSisti Scholarship and the UNICO Foundation Scholarship.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. Students must:
a. Be a member of the senior class
b. Be eligible for graduation
c. Be able to show proof of acceptance at an accredited college or university
d. Enroll in the specified college/university in the summer or fall of the year
graduated from high school
e. Major in Special Education, Occupational or Physical Therapy, Nursing or a
related field and plan to enter into a career working with people with disabilities.
2 . Eligibility shall be based upon scholarship and financial need.
3. Any member of the immediate family of a UNICO member is not eligible.
Limit of Scholarships:
The Michael & Ann DeSisti Scholarship is a 1 year award paid in the student's freshman year. The UNICO Foundation Scholarship is an award paid in the remaining 3 years. The Scholarship is $8000 divided into 4/$2000 payouts. The award will be paid at the beginning of the 2nd semester each year, and will be made payable to the student and the Financial Aid Office of the college/university to which the student will matriculate.
Instructions:
1. Please type or print all information.
2. Return completed application to your School Counselor who should then and mail
it with your high school transcript to:
UNICO Awards Committee
c/o Joseph Yanuzzi
133 Crane Road
Waverly, NY 14892
3. All applications are due no later than April 24, 2026
4. Scholarship winners will be announced in May.
5. The winner will be presented during the Annual Awards Dinner on June 2nd held at
Yanuzzi’s restaurant.

Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/klNlHT.

Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation Scholarship

The scholarship fund is to be awarded in memory of Mildred Faulkner Truman who was a lifelong resident of Owego and whose vision was to establish a Foundation to benefit the residents of Tioga County. The scholarships are to be given to three high school seniors who plan to further his/her education, demonstrates a financial need and community involvement and who will receive a diploma from the Waverly High School in June following receipt of application.

The education scholarship award will be for three selected students in the amount of $1,000.00 each. The Armed Forces scholarship will be awarded up to three enlisted in the military and shall be $200.00 each.

Applicants for the tuition scholarship shall submit a biography which should include a paragraph on what community service means to the student. The Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation reserves the right to publish the biography in a local newspaper.

Applicants for the military scholarship shall submit a biography outlining why they chose to enter the military.

Due date is May 10th, 2026 to Jen Fish in the Guidance Department. Students can send their Biographies electronically to JFish@wcsdletsgo.com.

Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation Scholarship Information - https://aptg.co/Hck965

TC3 Fall 2026 Online Course Catalog is Now Available

Students that are interested in registering for a course online should see their Guidance Counselor for a Registration Form. Students should register prior to the end of the school year. When choosing an online course, students should check to make sure for any prerequisites.

Fall classes begin on August 23rd. Students can access their online class about 1 week prior to the actual start of class.

TC3 will begin registrations on April 20th.

Fall 2026 Course Catalog - https://aptg.co/GQ4q7m