Friday, May 15, 7-10pm @ the Tioga Downs Event Center ballroom!
(May 15 is an 11:30am Early Release day for students)
PROM is open to Waverly HS Juniors and Seniors.
Grade 10 students may only attend as the guest of a Junior or Senior. Grade 9 students can not attend.
Non district students and graduated guests, age 20 and under, require permission.
Tickets will be on sale when we return from April break.
The Non-District guest form (2 pages) is also attached, and needs to be returned to the main office and approved by administration before a ticket can be purchased. Copies can also be picked up in the main office.
April break is a great time to get these forms completed.
Veterinary students and members of the faculty and staff host this annual event that provides a chance for those interested to get a closer look at veterinary medicine. Students are invited to tour the college and learn more about facilities, equipment and what the Vet School entails.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
Location: 930 Campus Road
Contact: 607-253-3700
Email: vet_sas@cornell.edu
Students, faculty members and staff will be on hand to answer questions about a career as a veterinarian, a veterinary technician or an animal care specialist.
For more information, visit https://www.vet.cornell.edu/about-us/events/open-house.
The Scottish American Society of the Southern Tier Scholarships
The Scottish American Society of the Southern Tier is again offering the $500 Robert Burns Scholarship, along with the $500 George Cunningham Scholarship to graduating seniors. Also, this year the Society is offering an additional $500 scholarship given in memory of Bruce Stewart by his family. Scottish ancestry is not a requirement, merely a carefully thought-out essay with personal interest in Scottish culture clearly explained.
Criteria and application process are the same for all three scholarships.
Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/tHkbC0 and www.sasst.org/scholarship.html.
Applications must be received by April 24, 2026.
Winners will be announced by May 18, 2026.
E.J. Brewer Marine Corps League 2026 Scholarship
Information, Criteria & Requirements
1. Amount - Three scholarship opportunities -- with a total of $4500 to be awarded
a. Each winner will receive a scholarship of $1500
b. Half will be awarded in July, at Family Picnic Eldride Park
c. Second Half will be awarded upon successful completion of first semester and
enrollment in second semester with cumulative average of 3.00.
d. It is the scholarship winner's responsibility to request the remaining portion of scholarship after completion of first semester:
2. Applicants must:
a. Reside in Chemung County and receive a GED or Home School equivalent of a
GED in 2026
OR
b. Graduate from a high school or certified trade school (BOCES) in Chemung
County.
3. Applicant must attend
a. A two- or four-year college or university after completing High School Diploma
requirements in 2026
OR
b. Certified Trade School in 2026.
4. Application will be completed in full and included applicant's and parent permission for
members ofthe E.J. Brewer Detachment to make inquiries concerning the information
presented on the application.
5. Deadline for students to submit applications: 15 May 2026.
6. Award of scholarship is not solely based on the applicant's academics, but a review of the
application and the applicant's involvement within the community.
7. The scholarship winner will be announced on 15 June 2026.
8. Applications can be found on the E. J. Brewer Marine Corps League web site:
ejbrewermarines.com.
9. Questions can be referred to Joe Sabatini (607) 232.2471
For additional information and application visit https://aptg.co/VMXY8f.
Reminder:
Friday, March 20-
Early Dismissal for students- 11:30am
Also the Twin Tier Job Fair is being held at the High School from 9am-1pm
Monday, March 23- No School for students-
Superintendent’s Conference day
Tioga Tae Kwon Do Scholarship - Community Foundation of the Twin Tiers - Final Reminder - March 31st Due Date
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 email your application in Word or PDF format to jallenelford@twintierscf.org no later than
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, by 5:00 p.m., or mail it to:
Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers
104 W. Lockhart Street
Sayre, PA 18840
Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/ptgXQX.
Guthrie Community Credit Union Scholarship Application - Final Reminder - March 31st Due Date
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 on the seriousness of the
obstacle you overcame. The goal of the essay is to show us that you have the
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 email your application in Word or PDF format to jallenelford@twintierscf.org no later
than Tuesday, March 31, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. or mail it to:
Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers
104 W. Lockhart Street
Sayre, PA 18840
Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/xQhFz8.
Visit https://aptg.co/ytfkLm for updated information on:
*Course Selection & Scheduling for 2026-2027
*TC3 Summer Online Course Information
*Early Degree Information
*SAT & ACT Exams
*June & August Regents Exams
*Scholarships
*Grade 9-12 Timelines
*Senior Information
And Upcoming Events and Important Dates
Candor American Legion Auxiliary - Kate Whittemore Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is open to all Tioga County high school Seniors planning to further their education in agriculture, or construction trades. Students must be entering college or a post high school program in fall 2026 to qualify for this year's Kate Whittemore Scholarship. All branches of agriculture, construction or trades are acceptable.
The winner will be chosen by the Candor American Legion Auxiliary Unit 907. Winners will be awarded their scholarship at a ceremony held at the Candor American Legion in June 2026. If no student meets the criteria this scholarship will be given to a student most deserving.
Please submit to:
Angela Collins Candor American Legion Auxiliary President
angelarypkema@yahoo.com by May 1 2th , 2026 Email is preferred - please type 'Scholarship' in subject line.
Questions, please call Ang at (607)795-6593
Visit https://aptg.co/KCPsTs for additional information.
Application Deadline is May 12th, 2026.
Vietnam Moving Wall Scholarship 2026
This Scholarship is co-sponsored by The Vietnam Moving Wall Committee, VFW Post 8104, and American Legion Post 0492. The Scholarship recognizes an individual student from each of the three valley schools (Waverly, Sayre, and Athens) who meets the criteria which is listed in the attachment provided.
Award Amount: $500.00 Application Deadline:
All completed applications should be submitted to Jen Fish in the Guidance Department by May 1st, 2026. Completed applications may be sent in electronically at JFish@wcsdletsgo.com (preferred method).
Additional information and an application can be found at https://aptg.co/jY7JyC.
A list of Scholarships available for students pursuing careers in Ag and related fields can be found at https://aptg.co/RlTpX5.
The Charles Truman Memorial Scholarship is for students who reside in Tioga County. Charles was a pillar within the community. He was a member of the Farm Bureau Board, and the Tioga County Fair Board at the time of his passing. His passion for youth in agriculture was inspiring. This Scholarship can be found at https://aptg.co/m4GLMq.
The Persevere Like A Wolverine Foundation Scholarship
The scholarship committee is interested in gaining more insight into you as a person: In essay format, please describe an experience that required you to demonstrate leadership. Describe what the situation was (including the challenges you faced), what actions you took / led (including how you influenced / mobilized others to support the effort), and what the end result was (including any secondary outcomes / results)
Basis for the Award: The award is based on an individual continuing on a path of personal growth. One individual student will be considered.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be a graduating senior from Waverly High School. The award is contingent upon acceptance to a duly accredited institution of higher education or trade school.
Deadline for Application: May 15, 2026.
Application Requirements: Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/cLNnmj and must be filled out in its entirety. Applicants must also submit a one page (minimum), single-spaced, typed essay responding to the italicized essay prompt. Finally, please include an up-to-date copy of your transcript (can be scanned).
All submissions should be sent directly to PersevereLikeAWolverine@gmail.com
We are excited to welcome you to the Twin Tiers Regional Job Fair on Friday, March 20th. Please note that the event will be held at the Waverly Junior/ Senior High School Building at 1 Frederick Street in Waverly.
Please refer to the flyer for this event at https://aptg.co/6j0hsj for additional information.
Please be reminded of the daily policies and procedures that we have in the building.
Distraction Free Learning Environment- Students must use their assigned Yondr pouch during the school day, or turn their device over to the office. This is a regulation enacted by NYS, and the district policy letter that was distributed can be accessed through the documents tab on the app/website.
No Bags/Backpacks- For safety reasons, students must be using their assigned locker or leaving their belongings with a trusted adult during the school day. Only those students with approved medical documentation are allowed to carry a bag/backpack during the school day.
Upcoming Events:
March 14 – FFA Substate LDE Competition
March 17 – Trade Tuesday @ BOCES Bush Campus
March 18 – Grade 7-12 Band Concert – Auditorium 6:00 p.m.
March 18 – 6:30pm -BOCES Technical Honor Society Inductions @ Elmira Heights
March 19 – TC3 meetings for degree students and prospective students
March 20 – Student Early Release 11:30
March 20 – FFA Ag Literacy Week Reading at Elm Street
March 20- Job Fair- HS gym- 9:00am-1:00pm
March 21 – FFA Finger Lakes Invitational @ Penn Yan Academy
March 23 – Superintendent's Conference Day - No school for students
March 23 – NYSCATE Southern Tier ConnectEd Conference @ WHS for staff
March 24 – Trade Tuesday @ BOCES Bush Campus
March 24 – BOCES on site for New Visions Interviews
March 26 – Regular Board Meeting
March 27 – FFA Suny Cobleskill CDE’s @ State University of NY-Cobleskill
April 3-10 – Spring Break- No School for Students
April 13- School Resumes
April 15- Summer Driver's Ed. signups begin
Summer Programming- Driver's Education
Waverly will be a site for GST BOCES Summer school for Driver's Education.
More specific details will be forthcoming after initial signups are complete.
We will be holding signups out of the High School Main Office on Wednesday, April 15th, starting at 7:45am.
Students should sign up with Mrs. Santalucia.
Students must be 16 years of age prior to July 1, 2026 to sign up on April 15th.
We only have 40 seats in the course, and it will be on a first come, first serve basis.
We will also keep a "waitlist" for summer slots, and if there are available seats, then students who turn 16 prior to the first day of the course will be considered after June 1. As waitlist students are added to the course, parents will be notified.
NOTE: Waverly HS will be offering Driver's Education during the school day next year as well. If a student wants to enroll in a driver's education course for the 26-27 school year, they should reach out to the guidance office.
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.
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. Please visit https://aptg.co/XTKDDz for additional information.
*The conference this year runs from Sunday June 28th, 2026 to Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 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 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 13th.. Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/0VFtY0. Students should fill it out digitally and return it electronically as an attachment to JFish@wcsdletsgo.com.
Please see the RYLA Updated Slideshow at https://aptg.co/dVB1pV with pictures of past years activities from our 2025 Waverly attendees Sophie Williams and Brayden Chilson.
Please see Jen Fish in the Guidance Department with any questions.
Leprino Scholarship
The Leprino Foods Waverly plant is pleased to offer their annual $1,000 Scholarship to one graduating Senior at each of the following schools: Waverly High School, Sayre High School & Athens High School.
Students must be entering College or a Trade School for the Fall 2026 term, carrying a minimum 3.40 GPA, and pursuing a degree or certification in: Dairy Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering or Maintenance areas.
Students must submit a completed application, copy of acceptance letter and copy of their High School transcript.
Completed Applications can be mailed to:
Leprino Foods Scholarship, Attn: Sherry Boor
400 Leprino Avenue
Waverly, NY 14892
or E-mail to sboor@leprinofoods.com.
Questions?
Contact Sherry Boor at 570-882-7227 or sboor@leprino.com
Application due date is April 13th, 2026.
For more information on this Scholarship and application visit https://aptg.co/TzHKG1
Kathy M. England Nursing Scholarship
Kathy graduated from Waverly High School in 1972 and then progressed to a successful over 40-year nursing career at the University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital. Post WHS, she earned a Nursing Diploma from Arnot Ogden School of Nursing, then progressively, a Bachelor’s and then a Master’s degree from St. John Fisher University. She created this scholarship to support the career choice of a future nurse.
Eligibility Criteria: a student enrolling in an associate or baccalaureate program to pursue a registered nurse degree.
Scholarship Amount: $1000.
Application:
• Submit the following to their guidance counselor by April 20th, 2026:
o A copy of high school transcript
o A copy of acceptance letter to an accredited nursing program
o Two letters of recommendation from teachers or counselors
o Write an essay (300 words) on why you want to become a nurse.
o Provide a list of school-based activities (including leadership positions, clubs, athletics) as well as community volunteer activities, awards, honors, or other factors that indicate your potential to excel as a nurse.
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
When: Tuesday March 24 at 12-1:30pm OR 6-7:30pm
Links to register:
12-1:30pm: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/6a5vude
6-7:30pm: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/7ja2r7y
For more information, email swface@stic-cil.org or jbriggs@gstboces.org. Or call (607)724-2111
Community Foundation Scholarships of the Twin Tier
Attached are Scholarships for the following Community Foundation Scholarships of the Twin Tier:
Alice Walker Cooper Scholarship - https://aptg.co/nVnlk4
Carl & Charlotte Lovejoy Scholarship - https://aptg.co/j4bPdb
Donald & Linda Jayne Wrestling Scholarship - https://aptg.co/H_Q51J
Donald E. "Coach" Ennis Memorial Scholarship - https://aptg.co/pyP-m2
Katherine P. Kerrigan Scholarship - https://aptg.co/YQdCvq
R.E. Fraley Technology & Engineering Scholarship - https://aptg.co/3bkfxf
Wright Family Scholarship - https://aptg.co/GDLY8H
All Applications are due to Jen Fish at JFish@wcsdletsgo.com.
All Scholarship applications have a due date of May 1st, 2026.
