Howard Tompkins, known to friends and family as Bud, moved to Waverly at the age of 9. He lived with his family on Circle Drive and graduated from Waverly High School in 1967. He had a childhood love of baseball, playing all thru Babe Ruth and high school ball. It wasn’t until college where he discovered his love of science, ultimately completing an undergraduate degree in Biology and a Master’s of Public Health. He dedicated his professional career to environmental protection and public service.
This scholarship is designated for an athlete (male/female) interested in pursuing a career in the sciences, as a tribute to Bud Tompkins’ legacy.
For information visit https://aptg.co/Z52kNx.
Paul Quinn Girolamo Memorial Scholarship
The Paul Quinn Girolamo Memorial has been established to fund a scholarship to be awarded annually to a graduating Waverly High School Senior planning to pursue higher education postgraduation.
Basis for the Award: The award is based on character, spirit & leadership qualities in the school and in the community. Good academic standing and Athletic participation are also required. Two recipients will be selected.
Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must be a graduating senior from Waverly High School. The award is contingent upon acceptance to at a duly accredited institution of higher education.
Due date for Application: May 1st, 2026.
Requirements for Application:
* Applicants must submit a one-page, single spaced typed essay on who or what has inspired them in high school as well as their expected career goal.
Essays should be submitted electronically to Jen Fish at JFish@wcsdletsgo.com.
For additional information about this Scholarship, students may visit https://aptg.co/88_ns8.
Rhoda M. Sutryk Memorial Scholarship
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.
Harry J. Hoover Memorial Scholarship
The Harry J. Hoover Memorial Scholarship has been established to fund a Scholarship intended to be awarded annually to a graduating Waverly High School Senior planning to enroll or who is already enrolled in higher education with a major in Criminal Justice or related fields.
All completed applications are due to Jen Fish in the Guidance Department by Friday May 1st, 2026.
For additional information on this Scholarship visit https://aptg.co/0FCr_S.
Norman J. O'Neil Memorial Scholarship - Cops4aCause - Final Reminder - 4/2 Due Date
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 4/2/2026.
Visit https://aptg.co/Bd80Nt for additional information and an application.
2026 New Visions Application Information - Final Reminder - Deadline Approaching
The New Visions Application Process for 2026 began in January. Students that received an email previously that they met the requirements for the New Visions Academy, are eligible to apply.
The deadline to apply to New Visions is March 13th, 2026. Please see the below information for students applying and account information:
Students apply at: GST BOCES New Visions Application - https://apply.gstboces.org/newvisions/
Students can then follow the attached student directions to complete the entire process
If a student has any application system issues, they can contact the GST BOCES Service Desk directly at:
servicedesk@gstboces.org or 607-795 - 5324
Below you will find the following items:
1) 2026-2027 New Visions Course Guide https://aptg.co/HTvpbD
2) New Visions Exploration Night Information- February 2026 https://aptg.co/pbBS-K
3) New Visions Student Application Submission Directions & Information https://aptg.co/sYY5fj
If students have any questions, they should make an appointment to see their Guidance Counselor.
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference 2026
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 Wednesday, March 11th. 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 slideshow at https://aptg.co/z-HhBF detailing the events of RYLA with pictures of past years activities as well as the application.
Please see Jen Fish in the Guidance Department with any questions.
Help us celebrate National FFA Week by participating in our 1st Annual FFA Spirit Week. This event is open to ALL students.
Monday (Feb 23) – Hunting Day
Wear blaze orange or camo and show off your best outdoor look.
Prizes will be awarded each day for best dressed, so be sure to participate and start the week strong.
We can’t wait to see everyone showing their spirit!
GST BOCES is expanding their New Visions Engineering program to both the Coopers and Bush Campuses for Fall of 2026! This will be modeled after the successful New Visions Engineering program that was implemented this year at our Wildwood Campus. Please see the included information regarding the Wildwood New Visions Engineering program for your reference. Although the future program may vary a bit from this information, the goal is it to be as similar as possible.
Students can apply through the same application portal as they would for all New Visions programs. BOCES will make a final decision on location(s) as they receive student applications.
New Visions Engineering - Schedule 2026-2027 https://aptg.co/GMLQhr
New Visions Engineering Catalog - https://aptg.co/7KXNGG
New Visions Engineering Flyer - https://aptg.co/tFJ8nH
New Visions Engineering Brochure - https://aptg.co/Bb4BkT
Why New Visions Engineering - https://aptg.co/kTmG-Q
A CTE Exploration Night will be held on Tuesday, February 10th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at the GST BOCES Bush Campus. Classrooms will be open for students to explore and faculty will be available to discuss the programs. https://aptg.co/PpPTVj
Waverly 2026-2027 Course Guide - https://aptg.co/QtDK5b
Everyone is invited to join in the fun! 🎉
Celebrate National FFA Week by participating in our Spirit Week, open to ALL students, not just FFA members!
📅 February 23–27
(the week we return from Mid-Winter Break)
Dress up, show your school spirit, and help us celebrate agriculture, leadership, and community all week long 🌾✨
This email was also sent through the Schooltool system, however, many parent provided emails are "undeliverable". We are sending through all means possible so everyone has the information.
Good Afternoon Seniors and Families,
As of today, we have received all grades from outside programs and educational entities. This means we are working to finalized all grades/exams/transcripts from Semester 1.
We plan on announcing our Rotary Top Ten Graduates on Monday, February 9th.
An email will be sent to all families and students that are included in the Top Ten.
This email will have more information regarding next steps for these students.
On Monday morning, Top Ten students will receive a copy of his/her transcript, along with an invitation to an upcoming Celebration Breakfast in the Wolverine Den that is scheduled for Friday, February 27th.
Any student interested in obtaining a mid year transcript can do so by emailing his/her counselor after 11am on Monday, and one will be provided.
Feel free to reach out with any questions,
Thank you,
Mrs. Hunt
These scholarships are for students beginning their nursing education and for nurses who wish to
advance their nursing education. This year, they will be offering two (2) $2000
scholarships.
Please visit https://aptg.co/ph7DX4 to view the following documents:
1. One that describes the eligibility criteria and documents applicants are required to
submit, and
2. the application form. The upper three sections are to be completed by all
applicants. Currently licensed Registered Professional Nurses are to complete the
lowest section.
Applicants are to submit the required documents via email as an attached multi-page
PDF file (i.e., one multi-page file as the attachment) to carylmannino@gmail.com.
Applications must be received by e-mail by midnight Friday, March 20, 2026.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Applicants must
submit only the documents requested, as one (1) multi-page PDF file.
Award recipients will be recognized at the annual Nurses Day Breakfast on Thursday
May 7, 2026.
The Southern New York Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIASNY) is proud to announce that they are
now accepting applications for the 2026 Architectural Scholarship Program. These scholarships are jointly funded
with contributions from AIA National and AIA Southern New York. One scholarship will be awarded in the amount
of $2,000.00.
This scholarship targets 94 high schools in the AIASNY ten county area. Now in its fourth year, this program has
provided $14,000 to date in financial support to future architects. To be eligible, students must reside in Broome,
Chemung, Chenango, Cortland (Southern), Delaware, Otsego, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga, or Tompkins counties. They
must be a High School senior beginning an architecture program in Fall 2026. Preference will be given to students
enrolled in NAAB accredited programs.
Applications shall be received no later than April 22, 2026. Incomplete applications are not eligible for consideration
and will not be reviewed.
Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/ySNjcX.
Junior League of the Greater Elmira-Corning Scholarship
Each year, the Junior League awards a $2500 scholarship to a qualified, college-bound young woman who is active in her community.
Submissions are due no later than May 1, 2026. All portions of the application are required.
Applications can be found at https://aptg.co/C3-Kht.
Students may email their application to jkwheadon01@gmail.com . Referral letters should be emailed separately by those writing the referrals to this email address, with the student’s name in the subject line.
Should you prefer to keep everything together, you are welcome to submit original documents via mail (USPS) to:
The Junior League of Greater Elmira Corning
231 West Water Street, Suite 103
Elmira, NY 14901
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 4/2/2026.
Visit https://aptg.co/Bd80Nt for additional information and an application.
2026 New Visions Application Information
The New Visions Application Process for 2026 began in January. Students that received an email previously that they met the requirements for the New Visions Academy, are eligible to apply.
The deadline to apply to New Visions is March 13th, 2026. Please see the below information for students applying and account information:
Students apply at: GST BOCES New Visions Application - https://apply.gstboces.org/newvisions/
Students can then follow the attached student directions to complete the entire process
If a student has any application system issues, they can contact the GST BOCES Service Desk directly at:
servicedesk@gstboces.org or 607-795 - 5324
Below you will find the following items:
1) 2026-2027 New Visions Course Guide https://aptg.co/HTvpbD
2) New Visions Exploration Night Information- February 2026 https://aptg.co/pbBS-K
3) New Visions Student Application Submission Directions & Information https://aptg.co/sYY5fj
If students have any questions, they should make an appointment to see their Guidance Counselor.
TC3 will begin registering for Summer classes on Monday, February 9th. If students are looking to take online summer courses, it is recommended that they register early, as the slots will fill quickly. That said, please keep in mind that the 1st TC3 Summer session begins on May 27th. This may not be an ideal time for students to take classes considering Dual Enrolment final exams, Regents exams, etc. The second Summer session classes begin 7/6.
Students must complete a registration form and return it to their Guidance Counselor if they would like to register for a Summer online class. TC3 has requested that students DO NOT try to register themselves via the TC3 website.
The 2026 Summer Course Catalog can be found at https://aptg.co/HN4mYV.
