Chief Points Special Edition

May 1st is quickly approaching. This is the universal deadline to commit to one of the colleges or universities you have been accepted too. Sometimes students are able to decide after May 1st but you risk losing funding or housing opportunities when you wait.

Be sure to carefully follow any directions included in your admission and financial aid letters including accepting scholarships and completing your master promissory note if you are taking any federal loans. Once you have a decision made, please go into SCOIR and indicate the school you are ENROLLING in.

DEADLINE: April 24, 2026, NOON

APPLICATION: See Mrs. deQuevedo if you meet the qualifications listed below to be considered for the award.

AMOUNT: $2,000

The Scranton Chapter of UNICO National, an Italian American Service organization offers the Brian Piccolo Scholarship.

The award is for outstanding accomplishments and achievements in any sport at the high school

level during any or all four (4) years of high school. This award is not solely based on athletic

accomplishments, it is meant to honor the athlete that has displayed the same qualities and

characteristics of Brian Piccolo. Piccolo’s determination, hard work, integrity, leadership, courage,

loyalty, friendship, teamwork, dedication, sense of humor and anti-bias all contributed to his

success. His courage in the face of adversity, his strength, faith, and goodwill to man was what

made Brian Piccolo the legend he is and is what this award is meant to recognize.

The following criteria has been established for the nomination:

● A graduating senior

● Italian American Heritage

● Monetary Award to be used for education and/or certification

Deadline: May 20, 2026

Amount: $1,000

The Nancy Rucker Wallis Memorial Scholarship has been established to honor the

memory of Nancy Wallis – wife, mother, and nurse whose empathy and compassion led

her to help those in her local community and beyond. The scholarship will recognize a

Lakeland High School senior who will be pursuing a degree in the medical field. The

student must be in good academic standing (85% GPA or greater) and be able to

demonstrate empathy and consideration for others. One $1,000 scholarship recipient

will be chosen by Nancy’s family.

Applicants must complete this form and attach the required information. Send the

completed forms to: ckemmerer@fcrsd.org. Put ‘Lakeland Scholarship’ in the subject

line.

Requirements:

● Completed application form

● Two letters of recommendation from teachers/coaches/work supervisors

● Current high school transcript

● A list of community/school extracurricular activities

● Letter of acceptance to a nursing/medical program

Deadline: May 20, 2026

This scholarship is awarded to one high school senior that lives in Lackawanna County and plans to further their education by studying in a course curriculum dealing with the Agriculture or Veterinary Scholarship.

Deadline: May 20, 2026

This scholarship will be awarded to one high school senior that lives in Lackawanna County and plans to further their education by studying in a course curriculum dealing with the Environment.

Adult Programs at the Susquehanna County Career and Technology Center are designed to equip students with in-demand skills that lead directly to employment or further specialized training. These programs offer hands-on learning, industry-relevant instruction, and flexible scheduling to support students transitioning from high school into the workforce.

In addition, there are many options for tuition assistance for eligible students. These options can significantly reduce the cost of training, making career education more accessible and affordable for recent graduates.

Training Areas:

• Building Property Maintenance
• Cosmetology
• Nail Technician
• Esthetician
• Cosmetology Teacher
• Welding Technology / Welder
• Practical Nursing (LPN)
• Commercial Driver’s License (Class A and Class B)

Their goal is to provide graduates with a clear, affordable path to a rewarding career—often in less time than traditional college routes. Many of their programs also include certification opportunities and job placement support.

Classes of 2026, 2028, & 2030

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Mrs. Wengert - ewengert@lakelandsd.org

Classes of 2027, 2029 & 2031

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Location: 1355 Lakeland Drive, Jermyn, PA, United States

Email: lhscounseling@lakelandsd.org | Phone: 570-254-9485

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