ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP $1,530 The Alumni Scholarship has been established to encourage students to attend a post-high school educational institution. This scholarship is based on the ability to profit from a college education, character, intellectual promise, leadership abilities and a scholastic record demonstrating seriousness of purpose. It is in the name of the Beloit Memorial High School Alumni Scholarship Fund that this scholarship is presented.

• A senior at Beloit Memorial High School
• Has demonstrated good citizenship while at school and in the community
• A participant in school and/or community activities
• A student with strong academic average who shows great potential for college

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW) SCHOLARSHIP $725 The initial payment of this award will be one-half of the total at the beginning of the first semester. The balance will be paid at the beginning of the second semester upon receipt of a certified transcript.

• A graduating female of a Stateline area high school

GEORGE ANDREWS SCHOLARSHIP $9,930 The initial payment of this award will be one-half of the total at the beginning of the first semester. The balance will be paid at the beginning of the second semester upon receipt of a certified transcript.

• A Wisconsin resident and senior of Beloit Memorial High School, F.J. Turner High School or Rock County Christian High School
• Worthy, industrious, financially needy student
• Scholastic standing in the upper one-third of their class

BERNIE BARKIN SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP $1,205 Bernie Barkin came to Beloit Memorial High School in 1953 as a science teacher. He remained on the faculty until his retirement in 1985. During that time he taught General Science, Chemistry and Biology. He was a strong believer in the world of science for its effect on the environment in which we live. He was also remembered as of one the outstanding coaches in the State of Wisconsin bringing State Championship Basketball to Memorial High School. It is in his name that this scholarship is presented.

GEORGE BECKMAN SCHOLARSHIP $2,305 George Beckman was a lifelong resident of Beloit. He worked for Fairbanks Morse and was a member of the U.S. Army, where he was stationed for two years in Korea. He died in 1997. He had a very strong interest in helping students who were entering the medical professions. It is in his name that this scholarship is presented.

EDWARD R. BURN SCHOLARSHIP $2,715 (2 available) Edward R. Burn grew up in an environment without many breaks or privileges but rather he looked for opportunities. In 1986, he established a trust to give scholarships to students for vocational/technical school and to honor a most improved student. He was instrumental in starting the Beloit Memorial High School Scholarship Fund Program. It is in his name that these scholarships are presented.

CLASS OF 1936 SCHOLARSHIP $6,587 (over 4 years) In additional to the initial scholarship, this award will be given for three succeeding years provided the recipient remains in good standing in his/her institution of higher education. The class of 1936 Scholarship is given in honor of the name of this class.

CLASS OF 1945 SCHOLARSHIP $1,530 This scholarship is given to one who has the ability to profit from a college education, has character, intellectual promise, leadership abilities and a scholastic record demonstrating seriousness of purpose. The Class of 1945 Scholarship is given in honor of the name of this class.

CLASS OF 1948 SCHOLARSHIP $280 The Class of 1948 Scholarship has been established to encourage students to attend a four-year accredited educational institution. It is intended for those who have demonstrated leadership potential in the school and community and have had success in the classroom. Characteristics in the candidate include but not limited to dedication, service, academic achievement, citizenship and good character. The Class of 1948 Scholarship is given in honor of the name of this class.

COLLINS-CLARK SCHOLARSHIP - Full four-year scholarship (tuition, housing, books) Frances M. Clark was born in Beloit on August 6, 1911 the oldest of four to Judge John B. Clark and Mary Collins-Clark. She attended Beloit schools. During the depression, she graduated in library science from UW-Madison. Her siblings also received college degrees during this difficult economic time. She and her family valued and were thankful for their educations.
Her career was as head librarian of the Beloit Public Library on West Grand, and before her retirement, managing the move to the current location. She was an avid reader and promoted that value to thousand of young people in the city of Beloit. She died on June 11, 2004 at age 92. Because of her commitment to education and loyalty to Beloit, she donated funds to the Stateline Community Foundation to create four-year scholarships for deserving Beloit students to attend a Wisconsin University or technical institution. It is in honor of her parents, who provided her and her siblings an education, that this scholarship is given.
In additional to the initial scholarship, this award will be given for the three succeeding years provided the recipient maintains both a full course load (12 credit minimum) and a minimum C-average toward a degree.

DONALD B. CUTHBERT SCHOLARSHIP $300 Don Cuthbert's career as band director of Beloit Memorial High School's bands spanned more than 30 years. His bands became famous for concert performances and marching formations. He is the composer of the Beloit Memorial High School Alma Mater. It is in his name that this scholarship is given.

DAUGHTERS of the AMERICAN REVOULTION (DAR) - BACON SCHOLARSHIP $800 Elgeva Bacon was a loyal and dedicated supporter of children and youth. She recalled how small tokens of recognition had pleased and greatly influenced her desire to strive for higher goals and wanted other young people to have the same sense of pride, personal satisfaction and appreciation. To further this goal, Elgeva generously supported youth programs in her church and in the community. Elgeva was a long-time member of the Beloit Chapter of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution. The objectives of the Society are to: promote education, promote preservation of history for future generations, and to promote patriotic endeavors. It is in her name that this scholarship is given.

MILLICENT and LEVERNE LARSEN SCHOLARSHIP 3 @ $2,000 minimum Millicent "Millie" Larsen was a top notch elementary education teacher for the Beloit Public Schools at Wright Elementary School. Each student she taught was special to her. She motivated her students to do their best. Through her dedication and love for teaching, Millicent made a difference in her students lives. While she and Leverne were raising three sons, she substitute taught for several years prior to her return to full-time teaching. While a full-time teacher she attended U.W. Whitewater to complete her bachelor's degree.
Leverne "L.P." Larsen was an outstanding secondary education math and science teacher at Roosevelt Jr. High School. While teaching, he coached football, basketball and track teams to several conference championships. Leverne instilled in his students the importance to succeed in academics and life. His passion and dedication to teach spanned for 25 years. He completed his Masters Degree in Education Administration and was selected principal at Roosevelt. His administrative career lasted 20 years, ending as principal at Lincoln Jr. High School. Leverne was highly regarded by his colleagues, staff, students and student's parents. He was a vital member in community affairs while an educator, as well as during retirement.

WILLIAM and LAVINIA DIVINE MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP $220 Lavina Divine was active in Treble Clef Music programs since the 1920's. She remained active in the program until the year before her death in 1993. William Divine greatly appreciated his wife's love of music and wanted to preserve this musical memory through this scholarship. It is in her name that this scholarship is given.

MARY DIVINE-LEINDORF SCHOLARSHIP $300 Mary Divine-Leindorf, a Beloit native, started her career at Warner Manufacturing Company in 1924. She was appointed Secretary and Assistant Treasurer at Warner Electric Brake in 1936. The appointment made her one of the first women to hold an executive position in a major company. By 1944 she was Secretary-Treasurer, and in 1967 she was promoted to Vice President-Treasurer. She retired from Warner in the 1970's and started a second career as President of the First Savings and Loan Association of South Beloit. Being a successful executive, Mary was also an active community booster. She served as President of the Beloit Hospital Board of Trustees, Director of the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce and President of the Stateline United Way. She was the Charter President and Area Director of Zonta.

JAMES E. FITZPATRICK SCHOLARSHIP $405 In the fall of 1986, James Fitzpatrick was appointed as Principal of Beloit Memorial High School. From 1986 to 1997, he built Purple Knight pride in all phases of school life at Beloit Memorial High. This scholarship is given to a student for all-around achievement. It is in his name that this scholarship is given.

IDA FOY SCHOLARSHIP $790 Ida D. Foy came to Beloit in 1951 and lived here for 44 years. She attended Beloit Public Schools and graduated from Beloit Memorial High School in 1967. She was a member of the School Board from 1989-1995 and became President in 1992. She remained President until her death in 1995. It is in her name that this scholarship is given.

WILLIAM and ELIZABETH FREEMAN SCHOLARSHIP $1,000 William and Elizabeth Freeman lived in Beloit for 40 years. They believed that education was the key to personal growth and fulfillment. It is in their memory that their children established this scholarship.

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