Mark Milano Scholarship

In 2006, Mark Milano, died unexpectedly due to medical complications during the treatment of a high school football game injury. Mark was a gregarious human who was loved by many and a friend to all he knew. Through the generosity of the community, Rivera and Milano families and his cousins Mark and Jessie Milano, a yearly scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from Spackenkill High School who will be full time student at any accredited college or university in the United States.

Number of Awards:

• Varies

Type of Award:

• One-time scholarship payable to school

Conditions For Continuation:

• Not Renewable

Current High School:

• Spackenkill High School

Current Level of Education:

• High School Senior

Eligibility Requirements:

• Graduating senior from Spackenkill High School
• Overcoming an obstacles
• Demonstrates qualities of being, fun loving, loyal, caring, generous, sensitive, friend to all, and school spirited
• Financial need

Alternative Materials:

Essay:Describe how you overcame or are coping with obstacles in your life (ex: personal, emotional, family, financial, educational, economic, physical, developmental, etc.) and your future aspirations.

Application Details:

With your completed Online Application you will also need to attach the following:

• Essay discussing an obstacle you have overcome, your personal values and plans for the future. (typed, limit to one page or 500 words).
• Most recent high school or college transcript.
• Copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR) and Expected Family Contribution (EFC) information, which you will receive when you complete and submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• Two current letters of recommendation from teachers/guidance counselor, clergy or persons other than family members who are familiar with your skills and abilities. These letters must have been written within the last six months.