Scholarship Information
There are more than 20 scholarships available to students that are awarded based on areas such as service, character, academic achievements, career interest, and more. All students are eligible to apply for up to three scholarships. Please read the information on this page carefully, and contact your guidance counselor with any questions. Best of luck!
Key Dates 2025
Key Dates 2025
- January 16: Scholarship process opens with a pizza party
- January 17: Application window opens
- February 17: Scholarship process closes - Students upload application materials by 3 p.m.
- March 17 – 21: Students schedule interviews through Signup Genius
- April 1: Final interview schedule is posted online and at BHS Guidance Office
- April 7 and 8: Scholarship interviews - Interviews are scheduled in 15-minute blocks from 5 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. each evening
- May 22: Senior Awards Ceremony, 8 a.m.
Scholarships At-a-Glance
| Scholarship | $ Amount | Purpose | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abby Bendis Scholarship | 2,000 | Other | 1 recommendation letter |
| Arthur Gugick Memorial Scholarship | 1,000 | Arts |
|
| Beachwood Athletic Boosters Achievement Award |
500 | Athletic |
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| Beachwood Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship | 1,000 | Academic/Career | |
| Beachwood Chamber of Commerce Harlan Diamond Culinary Arts Scholarship | 1,000 | Academic/Career | |
| Beachwood Schools Alumni Association Scholarship |
500 | Leadership | |
| Cleveland Clinic Health Career Scholarship |
1,000 | Academic/Career | |
| Dakota "Cody" Weiner Memorial Scholarship |
500 | Other | |
| Dave and Janice Bloom Sports Scholarship |
1,500 | Athletic | Two years participating in the same sport |
| Donna Bickoff Cohen Scholarship | 500 | Spirit/Service and Leadership | |
| Dr. Jerry S. and Gail R. Wolkoff Civic Award | 1,000 | Spirit/Service | |
| Fred and Carla Crosby Memorial Scholarship |
1,000 | Athletic, Spirit/Service, Leadership | African American student |
| Gevelber Family Scholarship | 1,000 | Athletic |
|
| Ginny Kline Future Educator Scholarship |
1,500 | Academic/Career | |
| Harvey Friedman Leadership Scholarship |
1,000 | Leadership | |
| Jay Shlacter Art Award | 1,000 | Arts | |
| Joan Lobert Scholarship | 1,000 | Spirit/Service and Leadership | |
| Norm Weiss Scholarship | 500 | Spirit/Service | |
| Pam and Dan Johnston Scholarship | 1,000 | Other | |
| Paul and Kate Williams Scholarship | 1,000 | Spirit/Service | |
| Steven Mark Wasserman Memorial Scholarship | 1,000 | Arts | |
| Vera Arlen Scholarship | 250 | Other | Female only |
| Weisenberg Family Scholarship | 1,000 | Arts | |
| White and Gold Scholarship for Bison Pride |
1,000 | Spirit/Service |
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| Ron Madow Athletic Achievement Scholarship (Through Coach) | 1,000 | Athletic |
Detailed Scholarship Descriptions
- Abby Bendis Scholarship
- Arthur Gugick Memorial Scholarship
- Beachwood Athletic Boosters Achievement Award
- Beachwood Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship
- Beachwood Chamber Of Commerce Harlan Diamond Culinary Arts Scholarship
- Beachwood High School Alumni Association Scholarship
- Cleveland Clinic Health Career Scholarship
- Dakota Cody Weiner Memorial Scholarship
- Dave and Janice Bloom Sports Scholarship
- Donna Bickoff Cohen Scholarship
- Fred and Carla Crosby Memorial Scholarship
- Gevelber Family Scholarship
- The Gina Michelle Agin Memorial Scholarship
- Ginny Kline Future Educator Scholarship
- Harvey Friedman Leadership Scholarship
- The Jay Shlacter Art Award
- Dr. Jerry S. and Gail R. Wolkoff Civic Award
- Joan Lobert Scholarship
- Norm Weiss Scholarship
- Pam and Dan Johnston Scholarship
- Paul and Kate Williams Scholarship
- Ron Madow Athletic Achievement Scholarship
- Steven Mark Wasserman Memorial Scholarship
- Vera Arlen Scholarship
- Weisenberg Family Scholarship
- The White and Gold Scholarship for Bison Pride
Abby Bendis Scholarship
The Abby Bendis Scholarship, established in 2022 to remember Abby Bendis, a high school student that sadly passed away in during her junior year in 2017. Abby was a good student and an active member of several athletic and clubs. She made a positive impact on her family, friends, and the BHS community through simple but powerful interactions with others.
The scholarship will be awarded to a BHS graduating senior that has shown how laughter, silliness, kindness, and a dedication to helping others be their best has made a positive impact on their classmates and/or the community. The applicant must have participated in at least one sport and at least one extracurricular or community service activity while at BHS. In addition, each candidate must submit the following:
- A resume detailing their educational, sports, community, and work activities
- An essay, written by the applicant, of 750 (or fewer) words that describes how their embodiment of the characteristics of laughter, silliness, helping others be their best, and kindness have had a positive impact on their classmates and/or the community
- At least one recommendation letter from a teacher, coach, or activity supervisor that describes how the applicant embodies the above characteristics
Scholarship amount: $2,000
Past Winners
- 2024: M. Charlie Green
- 2023: Reese Mutillo
- 2022: Aaliyah Edwards
Arthur Gugick Memorial Scholarship
This award was established in 2020 in the memory of Arthur Gugick, who throughout his life was truly an extraordinary individual. Arthur saw and experienced life through varying perspectives and creative modalities. He was a person of great integrity, passion, creativity and insight. He was not afraid to challenge himself and others. He was not afraid to chart his own course and set his own direction. He was a person who could uniquely engage
others in meaningful ways.
In memory of Arthur’s many contributions to the academic and artistic communities for which he had such passion and made so many meaningful relationships, this award will be presented to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who, through the creative process and completion of an original “work of art” will have:
- Demonstrated passion, creativity, insight, originality and introspection in whatever form the final product takes.
- Demonstrated in no uncertain terms a product and a creative process reflective of who they are as a person. The work of the selected senior should also be reflective of the type of person Arthur was. The selected candidate will have demonstrated that they made a major contribution to the community through their efforts and their work and left that community better than how they found it.
- Impressed the selection committee of the experiential nature of the work and what they gained from the creative process. The selection committee will have not only evaluated the product but also the process that resulted in the product.
- Demonstrated to the selection committee a level of passion, commitment and investiture not demonstrated by the other applicants.
The “work of art” can include, but is not limited to, works of drawing, painting, sculpture, fashion design, dance, music, creative fiction, creative non-fiction or digital media.
Depending on the nature of the final product and the logistical realities associated with the final product, the Scholarship Selection Panel can:
- View the final product in person
- View the final product in the form of a digital image
- View the final product, if it is a “performance piece” either in person or via a sound-cloud link
The actual selection process will consist of:
- Submitting the actual “work of art”
- An essay accompanying the work of art describing a)the inspiration, b) the process and c) how this represents you as a person/artist
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Nina Mayers
- 2022: Jonathan Gordon
- 2021: Amanda Bendis
- 2020: Gabe Stern
Beachwood Athletic Boosters Achievement Award
The Beachwood Boosters Athletic Achievement Award is awarded to two graduating seniors who personifies ideals consistent with the Boosters mission of “Promoting the growth and success of the Beachwood City Schools Athletics while encouraging school and community spirit.”
The application should include an essay indicating why you deserve this scholarship and what Beachwood athletics has meant to you during your years at Beachwood. How have you made a difference for the Athletic Department? Explain the impact you have made on teammates, coaches and community.
Qualifications:
- At least one athletic letter (verified by the athletic director)
- Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Dakota Houston and Jack Felder
- 2023: Uzonna Nzekwe and Drew Keilin
- 2022: Amelie Cotta and Zachary Kornspan
- 2021: Madison Prince and Andrew Baker
- 2020: James Flowers and Ashley Perryman
- 2019: Haleigh McPhillips and Kyle Oliver
- 2018: Mia Knight and Chris Reilly
- 2017: Josh Bialosky and Melanie Bernstein
- 2016: Bagatur Askaryan and Jaelyn Pounds
- 2015: Jamie Rotsky
Beachwood Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has been successfully employed in a Beachwood business or industry and who intends to pursue a career in business or a business selected vocation. It was established in 1999 by the Chamber of Commerce.
Criteria may include (but not be limited to):
- Character and citizenship
- Successful employment in a Beachwood business
- Demonstration of interest in business activities, i.e. Senior Project, Junior Achievement, and/or entrepreneurial activities.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: M. Charlie Green
- 2023: Max Rindsberg
- 2022: Sydney Burkons
- 2021: Austin Mutillo
- 2020: Gabe Stern
- 2019: Ryan Muencz
- 2018: Katelyn Perryman
- 2017: Matt Stovsky
- 2016: Kayla Harris
- 2015: Adam Moses
- 2014: Elliott Small
- 2013: Jori Holloway
- 2012: Seth Collins
- 2011: Michael Bohm
- 2010: Mark Eisenberg
- 2009: Akilah Porter
- 2008: Corey Terman
- 2007: Michael Garson
- 2006: Kaitlin Ross
- 2005: Michael Ross and Michael Wax
- 2004: Emily Yahr
- 2003: Sara Kreinberg
- 2002: Brian Kaufman
- 2001: Aaron Simkof
Beachwood Chamber Of Commerce Harlan Diamond Culinary Arts Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior of the Beachwood High School consortium Culinary Arts Program who has been accepted to and will attend a post-secondary educational program in the field of either culinary arts or restaurant management. This scholarship was established to honor Harlan Diamond and the Culinary Arts Program.
Priority will be given to a student who has studied in the Culinary Arts Program at Beachwood; worked in a Beachwood area restaurant, hotel or catering facility; and has shown an aptitude for restaurant management or being a chef. The student should be attending, upon graduation, an accredited program at a recognized college, university, community college or technical school to pursue a career in culinary arts. The scholarship is open to any graduating senior from Beachwood High School who meets the aforementioned criteria or a graduating senior from one of the other high schools who participated in the Culinary Arts Program at Beachwood High School.
The application form should include a short essay which shares the student’s experiences in the field and his or her future plans.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Nathan Whitman
- 2023: Leyla Torres
- 2022: Seth Peterson
- 2021: Alexander Richardson
- 2019: Jillian Apple
- 2018: Rayanne Bassin
- 2017: Darren Gilmore
- 2015: Porsche Moore
- 2014: Betty Sviridov
- 2013: Amy Welker
- 2012: Joseph Serowik
- 2011: Mycah Wells
- 2010: Kelly Martin
- 2008: Kelly Lang
- 2006: Anastasia Soldana
- 2005: Michael Krimmer
- 2004: Michael Lawrey
Beachwood High School Alumni Association Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior of Beachwood High School and the son or daughter of a graduate of Beachwood High School. The applicant must have demonstrated leadership ability; contributed to help improve the school and/or community; be a hard working student; and have demonstrated that s/he is a caring human being. It was established in 1999 by The Beachwood High School Alumni Association Fund.
Scholarship amount: $500
Past Winners
- 2024: Sarah Berns
- 2023: Brett Zawatsky
- 2022: Avery Solomon
- 2021: Lauren Clar
- 2020: Parker Gill
- 2019: Ryan Muencz
- 2018: Abigail Brewer
- 2017: Aden Stern
- 2016: Hannah Cantlie
- 2015: Jaime Rotsky and Caroline Stern
- 2014: Anna Adelman
- 2013: Jonah Firestone
Cleveland Clinic Health Career Scholarship
Established in 2006, this scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has been outstanding in one or more of the following areas: academics, community service, and extracurricular activities and intends to pursue a career in the area of health care at a college, university or technical program.
Applicants should provide the committee with a 350-word essay describing their future plans in healthcare and why they meet the qualifications of this scholarship.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Luke Jennings-Sanders
- 2023: Grace Allen
- 2022: Claire Weaver
- 2021: Somin (Min) Jung
- 2020: Laila Ramadan
- 2019: Omar Altawam
- 2018: Gregory Glova
- 2017: Matthew Aubourg, Katelyn Howell and Ben Kitay
- 2016: Lin-Ye Kaye
- 2015: Tyler Thomas
- 2013: Maya Levine
- 2012: Jared Seidel
- 2011: David Silver
- 2010: Allison Teitelbaum and Amanda Seidel
- 2009: Jeremy Harris
- 2008: Jacqueline Stern
- 2006: Roman Kagan
Dakota Cody Weiner Memorial Scholarship
This award, established by family and friends in 2001 in his honor, is given annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior with an extremely kind heart, who, because of his or her spirit, succeeds against all odds and uses their experience to help others.
The Dakota “Cody” Weiner Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2001 by Cody’s friends and family, to honor a little boy who had the soul of a wise old man, and also to honor the community that stood by him – our community, Beachwood, and its wonderful school system. Cody had dreams of attending Beachwood High School and beyond, but he was never given the opportunity. While in remission from brain cancer, he succumbed to head injuries sustained in a tragic accident. In his short eleven years, he had to endure much more than most. Cody faced the hardships of his illness with an indomitable spirit. There was nothing he could not achieve. Cody’s most enduring quality was his gentle kindness toward others, not only to help those who struggled, but also to befriend them. He did this willingly and without applause – just because someone needed him. Cody loved Beachwood and Beachwood Schools. He always touted this to anyone who would listen. He once said he was going to be the Mayor of Beachwood. We believe he might very well have been.
Criteria for selection may include (but not be limited to): leadership qualities, helping others, determination to achieve, willingness to donate time for charitable deeds above and beyond the required community service hours, displays exceptional compassion toward others.
Scholarship amount: $500
Past Winners
- 2023: Samantha McPhillips
- 2022: Hiba Ali
- 2021: Thomas Ziebro
- 2020: Liat Schiowitz
- 2019: Joshua Danielpour
- 2018: Noah Appel
- 2017: Eliana Bortz
- 2016: Casey Peck
- 2014: Jonah Rubenstein and Ronit Peerless
- 2013: Derek Morrow-Gaines
- 2012: Aaron Danielpour
- 2011: Cole Hersch
- 2010: Max Sullivan and Jamall Sumbry
- 2009: Gabriel Shapiro
- 2008: Aaron Rapport
- 2007: Jonathan McRae
- 2006: Ashley Kaufman
- 2005: Steven Kyman
Dave and Janice Bloom Sports Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a qualified senior who has shown a strong commitment to Beachwood athletics through being a player, equipment person, or team manager. The applicant must have participated with the same sports team for at least two years and shown strong sportsmanship.
This scholarship was established in 2004 by the children of Dave and Janice Bloom in honor of their commitment in attending sporting events of their children and grandchildren.
Scholarship amount: $1,500
Past Winners
- 2024: Jack Felder
- 2023: Emily Clar
- 2022: William Owens
- 2021: Andrew Baker and Madison Prince
- 2020: Madelyn Alexander
- 2019: Spencer Bystrom
- 2018: Jacqueline Joo and Max Alter
- 2017: Aden Stern
- 2016: Hannah Cantlie and Junyoung Lee
- 2015: Emilykate Hopson-Boyd
- 2014: Monique Kaiser
- 2013: Brandon Rotksy
- 2012: Alex Hohl and Rena Andrews
- 2011: Kaulin Hooper Seidel
- 2010: Ashley Milliner
- 2009: Daniel Weiss
- 2008: Denise Eddie
- 2007: Bryan Rothenberg
- 2006: Brian Freedman
Donna Bickoff Cohen Scholarship
The Donna Bickoff Cohen Scholarship was established in 2011 by contributions from the community in memory of Donna who was active in nearly everything Beachwood, particularly the schools. The scholarship honors a student with a “can do” attitude who embodies the spirit of the Beachwood Schools and pride in the Beachwood community.
The scholarship will be awarded to a qualified Beachwood senior who has been outstanding in one or more of the following:
- Involvement in school activities, preferably in a leadership role
- Volunteerism
- Exhibiting pride in the Beachwood community
- Displaying a “can do” attitude
Scholarship amount: $500
Past Winners
- 2024: Cordelia Ames
- 2023: Kimia Esmaeili Adabi
- 2022: Alice Anastos
- 2021: Molly Egar
- 2020: Lena Leland
- 2019: Samantha Raiffe
- 2018: Kevin Zhang
- 2017: Andrew Feldman
- 2016: Paul Corty
- 2015: Nomi Poprish
- 2014: Zachary Davis
- 2013: Jori Holloway
- 2012: Samuel Goldman
- 2011: Lily Lash and Alexandra Kelley
Fred and Carla Crosby Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship, established in 2017, is awarded annually to an African American student who has demonstrated a commitment in one or more of the following areas: helping others, involvement in the community, school spirit, participation in athletics, and/or leadership. The scholarship was created in memory of Fred and Carla Crosby, both committed members of the community and supporters of The Beachwood Schools, as well as education in general. Fred, a lifelong Beachwood resident, was a spirited athlete and graduate of BHS. He became a lawyer and returned to the community to practice, defending all walks of life, helping every one of his clients to fair legal representation. For his dedication, he earned a spot in The Gallery of Success. Carla, a consummate mother, was involved with the schools as a dedicated volunteer. Together they raised their daughter, Monique, with a strong sense of self, accomplishment and giving back.
The recipient of this award should be planning on attending college. Please write an essay about your experiences at Beachwood High School and how they have encouraged your choice of college, career aspirations and how you will give back.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Dakota Houston
- 2023: Myon Mitchell
- 2022: Alan Travis
- 2021: Carrington Peavy
- 2020: Jemiah Richardson
- 2019: Ashanti Griffin
- 2018: Katelyn Perryman
Gevelber Family Scholarship
This scholarship was created in 2011 to recognize a Beachwood student who has been an athlete that promotes leadership during and outside the athletic competition, and has been a team player who puts others before self.
The family lived in Beachwood for 50 years, and their children are BHS alums. Their grandson, Matt Levine, is also a BHS alum and was a model for this scholarship, lettering in 2 sports for 4 years. And in 2016, Matt's father, Steve, suddenly passed away. He was a staunch supporter at each and every soccer and baseball game.
The scholarship will be awarded to a qualified Beachwood senior who has been outstanding in one or more of the following: demonstrating leadership during/outside athletic competition, being a team player, being unselfish.
Criteria may include (but not be limited to):
- Character and citizenship
- Leadership
- Minimum 2.5 grade point average
- Athlete who participated in a sport for three years
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Probir Mukherjee, Sarah Berns, Strahinja Dimitrijevic and David You
- 2023: Lucas Bennett, Caleb Burns, Haya Shehadeh and Uzonna Nzekwe
- 2022: Ivan Thal, Amelie Cotta, Brooklyn Bennett and Anwar Sossey Alaoui
- 2021: Andrew Baker and Viet Nguyen
- 2020: Miranda Luxenburg
- 2019: Julia Woomer
- 2018: Ann Weaver
- 2016: Bagatur Askaryan and Jada Stevens
- 2015: Emily Dann and Jaime Rotsky
- 2014: Julio Stevens and Samantha Tall
- 2013: Brandon Rotsky and Gabrielle Perryman
- 2012: Alex Hohl and Howard Sobel
- 2011: Nate Sheridan and Air Meskin
The Gina Michelle Agin Memorial Scholarship
The Gina Michelle Agin Memorial Scholarship Fund Award was established in 2002 by the Agin family in memory of Gina Michelle Agin, who throughout her lifetime strove to foster integrity, responsibility, self-direction and strong team participation. Gina Michelle Agin graduated from Beachwood High School in 1987. She was an avid participant in school sports and cheerleading, and a strong supporter of men's athletics. Gina was always one of the first to welcome new students to school and encouraged their participation in extracurricular activities. Her outgoing personality and friendliness were contagious. She will be remembered always for her helpfulness to others, her warm smile and kind words.
In memory of Gina's interest in women's athletics, her continued participation after her high school years in gymnastics and softball and her extraordinary compassion for others, this award will be presented on an ongoing basis to a female Beachwood High School graduating senior who has been outstanding in one or more of these:
- Participation in any women's interscholastic sport or cheerleading
- Participant as a support person for school sports teams (i.e., statistician)
- Support and compassion for other team members
- Dedication to achieve team success
- Recommendation by faculty
Scholarship amount: $1,000
*This scholarship is awarded directly by school staff; students do not apply.
Past Winners
- 2023: Emily Clar
- 2022: Abigail Cherian
- 2021: Ilana Feuerman
- 2020: Carli Petti
- 2019: Cassidy Crosby
- 2018: Erika Gross
- 2017: Cameron Umpleby
- 2016: Hannah Canlie
Ginny Kline Future Educator Scholarship
The Ginny Kline Future Educator Scholarship honors her career as an elementary school teacher in Beachwood Schools. This award will be presented to a Beachwood High School senior who plans to pursue studies in the field of K-6 elementary school education. The student’s academic work, community service, and personal character, shall demonstrate the passion, values and characteristics of Ginny Kline’s career and exhibit a commitment and clear interest in pursuing this field of endeavor.
Scholarship amount: $1,500
Past Winners
- 2023: Rena Berkowitz
Harvey Friedman Leadership Scholarship
This award is given annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has demonstrated significant leadership during his or her high school career. It was founded by Harvey and Shirley Friedman and their family in 1998.
Harvey Friedman was affiliated with the government of Beachwood for 40 years. He served as a councilman for 20 years, as president of the council for 6 years and as mayor for 14 years. His life-long achievements include developing zoning laws that created a separation of the commercial/industrial and housing developments. He noted that “his thesis was to build a tax duplicate to build schools of the highest order.”
Harvey Friedman also served as president of the Jewish National Fund for 8 years, president of the Northern Ohio Electric League, owner and manager of Midland Electric Company, and chairman of the Beachwood zoning board. His wife, Shirley, has been active in community service. All three of their sons are Beachwood high School graduates.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Vivian Myers
- 2023: Samah Khan
- 2022: Alice Anastos
- 2021: Jake Lawrence
- 2020: Nikhil Murali
- 2019: Noah Shore
- 2018: Max Alter
- 2017: Andrew Feldman
- 2016: Sydney Eisenberg
- 2015: Caroline Stern
- 2014: Anshika Niraj
- 2013: Jonah Firestone
- 2012: Howard Sobel
- 2011: Shira Barron
- 2010: Andrew Davis
- 2009: Rebecca Wolkoff
- 2008: Lee Axelband
- 2007: Hersh Varma
- 2006: Zachary Ostro
- 2005: Maya Avitan
- 2004: Emily Elman and Sarah Isquick
- 2003: Ethan Kate
- 2002: Amanda Martin
The Jay Shlacter Art Award
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Shlachter established this scholarship in memory of their son in 1998. The award is given annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has demonstrated an appreciation and talent in the area of fine arts and intends to pursue a career in that area.
The award is given in memory of Jay Shlacter, who throughout his career strived to foster integrity, responsibility, honesty, self-direction and intellectual curiosity.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Arielle Epstein
- 2022: Molly Markowitz
- 2021: Danielle Lan
- 2020: Haeun Shim
- 2019: Maya Neyman
- 2018: Chandler Bogolmony
- 2017: Mollie Goldman
- 2016: Paul Corty
- 2015: Ami Scherson
- 2014: Halle Spero
- 2013: Jessica Gill
- 2012: Josh Lauretig
- 2011: Dior Stephens and Cody Swanson
- 2010: Maya Rosenblum and Gabriel Firestone
- 2009: Jared Sternberg
- 2008: Roman Balmakov
- 2007: Kate Atherton
- 2006: Rebecca Wagoner
- 2004: Rachel Harris
- 2003: Hillary Kaufman and Sarah Katz
- 2002: Adam Palmer
- 2001: Amy Stein
- 2000: Kate Reznik
- 1999: Jennifer Woo
- 1998: Charlotte Manross
- 1997: Robyn Siegel
- 1996: Victoria Zhitnik
- 1995: Halle Epstein
Dr. Jerry S. and Gail R. Wolkoff Civic Award
Established in memory of their parents in 1999 by the Wolkoff children, this award is given annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has exceeded the requirements for community service work, has participated in two or more Beachwood School extra-curricular activities and has achieved a 2.75 GPA in high school.
The Dr. Jerry S. and Gail R. Wolkoff Memorial Scholarship Award is dedicated in loving memory of our parents, who instilled their beliefs, values and ideals on their family, friends, school and community. Dr. Jerry Wolkoff was an active participant and past-president of the Beachwood Civic League, and Gail Wolkoff was a band parent, Beachwood Booster and PTA member. Both of them were strong supporters of the community and school system.
Criteria may include (but not be limited to):
- Character and citizenship
- Community service
- Extra-curricular participation
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Vivian Myers
- 2023: Hannah Plotkin
- 2022: Vidula Jambunath
- 2021: Neha Chellu
- 2020: Alexandra Anna Glova
- 2019: Eli Goldman and Sydney Leiken
- 2018: Lily Steiger
- 2017: Andie Cohen
- 2016: Anna Post
- 2015: Hannah Firestone
- 2014: Bingqing Hu
- 2013: Samantha Jacobs
- 2012: Scott Janovitz
- 2011: Lisa Bolman
- 2010: Nathan Kohn Magnus
- 2009: Larry Slaughter
- 2008: Evan Peskin and Alexandra Malkin
- 2007: Lauren Goodman
- 2006: Jennifer Janovitz
- 2005: Daniel Budish
- 2004: Selena Eskanazi-Budge
- 2003: Jay Chen
- 2002: Robin Katz
- 2001: Mike Gold
- 2000: Massiel Lewis
- 1999: Cynthia Chiang
- 1998: Sarah Martin
- 1997: Alan Feuerman
- 1996: Marc Bleyer
- 1995: Susie Harris
Joan Lobert Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has been outstanding in one or more of the following, and who indicates an intention to pursue a career in the area of: 1) Political Science 2) Government 3) Public Service. It was established in 2000 by her family.
Joan was a native New Yorker who made Beachwood her home. She was an aspiring journalist who became a home-maker and helped her husband build a very successful computer company. She devoted her spare time to helping others and learning. Her relentless interest in the political process and news of the day should serve as an inspiration to all of us who believe that knowledge is the key in the quest to make the world a better place. Joan was eternally optimistic that the right person doing the right job could make a difference. It is in keeping with this spirit that this scholarship is awarded to a Beachwood High School senior who has been outstanding in the areas of political science, leadership and genuine public service.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Siya Gulia
- 2023: Kaajal Krishnan
- 2022: Greg Perryman
- 2021: Benjamin Lewin
- 2020: Joelle Rosenthal
- 2019: Olivia Breger
- 2017: Kalina Pateva
- 2016: Simon Perilla
- 2015: Anita Lekova
- 2014: Anshika Niraj and Abigail Ordillas
- 2013: Brandon Weisman
- 2012: Scott Remer and Louis Rosenbaum
- 2011: Elliot Angart
- 2010: Matt Baron
- 2009: Sam Goldstein
- 2008: Nancie Otto
- 2007: Juana Padilla
- 2006: Brian Freedman
- 2005: Sophia Hall
- 2004: Olga Blyumin
- 2003: Sarah Kovit
- 2002: Michael Cahn
- 2001: Diana Tatarchuk
- 2000: Ryan Budish
Norm Weiss Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior, who throughout his/her school years has demonstrated, and participated in charity, volunteer and community service activities, substantially greater than those required for graduation. It was established in 2002 in his memory by family.
Norman M. Weiss throughout his life continuously strived to help others. In his association with The Owatonna Lodge of the Knights of Pythias, he represented their ideals of charity, friendship and benevolence. Though faced with his own medical challenges, he used his strength to volunteer and raise funds for those who needed and could benefit from them.
Scholarship amount: $500
Past Winners
- 2024: Jake Goldman
- 2023: Jack Miller
- 2022: Madison Rosenblitt
- 2021: Thomas Ziebro
- 2020: Jordyn Zawatsky
- 2019: Eli Goldman
- 2018: Sari Halpert
- 2017: Mikayla Harf
- 2016: Kathleen Fullerton
- 2015: Hannah Firestone
- 2014: Monique Crosby
- 2013: Emma Rubenstein and Amira Hardy
- 2012: Chenyu Zhang
- 2011: Lisa Bolman
- 2010: Amanda Seidel
- 2009: Lauren Aeder
- 2008: Lee Axelband
- 2007: Lauren Goodman
- 2006: Michael Feig
- 2005: Daniel Budish
- 2004: Saul Kopelwitz
Pam and Dan Johnston Scholarship
This award, established by friends of Pam and Dan in 2001, recognizes their contributions to the Beachwood Schools. It is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School student who will be participating in the graduation ceremony, and experiences challenges over and above the trials and tribulations facing today’s young adults. The applicant must have strength and support while confronting struggles with passion and perseverance. He or she must have plans to continue in a program that enhances their future.
The Pam and Dan Johnston Scholarship was established in 2001 in honor of Pam and Dan Johnston who throughout their collective teaching careers have endeavored to challenge and empower all students. Their vision, encouragement and support paved the way for all students to participate in an academic environment with respect to their individual learning styles.
The scholarship will be awarded to a student who will be participating in the Beachwood High School graduation ceremony and who experiences challenges on a daily basis and continues to persevere. The applicant must have plans to continue in a program that enhances their life skills.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Nina Mayers
- 2023: Naomi Shroge
- 2022: Ran Duan
- 2021: Andrew Hill and Alice Soprunova
- 2020: Kayla Williams
- 2019: Sichan Yuh and Sanchari Chakrabarti
- 2018: Esther Millas
- 2017: Angela Pettigrew and Chandler Kitson
- 2016: Casey Peck
- 2015: Anita Lekova
- 2014: Ronit Peerless
- 2013: Danyelle Shelton
- 2012: Amiele Goldrich
- 2011: Jasmine Stevens
- 2010: Jasmine Kaiser
- 2009: Ben Peerless
- 2008: Brittany Weiss
- 2007: Evan Burg
- 2006: Daniel Morrison
- 2005: Steven Kyman
- 2004: Amy Kleinman
- 2003: Michelle Katz and Terri Melton
- 2002: Bryon Bookatz and Lauren Bain
Paul and Kate Williams Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who has demonstrated outstanding capabilities in one or more of the following areas: 1) visionary thinking 2) entrepreneurial spirit 3) dedication to life-long learning. It was established in 2004 by Kate and Paul Williams.
Paul Williams served as Superintendent of the Beachwood School District from 1994 to 2004. Under Dr. Williams’ leadership, the District developed and organized the SMART (Science and Mathematics Achievement for Tomorrow) Consortium of 30 Ohio school districts. Under his guidance, Beachwood developed a nationally recognized educational technology program, and earned US Department of Education blue ribbons at the Middle and High Schools, and received the highest rating of excellence on the State of Ohio Report Card.
The scholarship is awarded to a student who has exemplified the spirit of the Beachwood School District mission statement: To develop intellectual entrepreneurs with a social conscience. The Paul and Kate Williams Scholar demonstrates the following characteristics: creative, knowledge-seeking, visionary, risk-taking, responsible global leader of tomorrow, commitment to lifelong learning.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Cordelia Ames, Siya Guila and Allen Yu
- 2023: Kai Zheng
- 2022: Bowen Zheng, Avery Solomon, Grace Yan and Sankeet Makkar
- 2021: Neha Chellu, Lauren Clar, Sam Horowitz, Alice Soprunova and Jake Lawrence
- 2020: Nikhil Murali
- 2019: Gal Pinhasi
- 2018: Daniel Mishins
- 2016: Grant Gravagna
- 2015: Adam Moses
- 2014: Elliott Small
- 2013: Jonathan Sender
- 2012: Duncan Rodriquez, Nathan Gilbert and Isaiah Watts
- 2011: Jared Skoff
- 2010: Brittany Crosby and Lauren Wyman
- 2009: Abram Feldman and Rebecca Wolkoff
- 2008: Ben Levinsky, Sam Kay and Emily Sykes
- 2007: Elliot Rosenbaum and Max Eden
- 2006: Ashley Kaufman, Kendra Chatburn and Robert Wertheim
- 2005: Illiyah Goldberg, William Goldberg and Sarah Rubin
- 2004: Andrew Deglin and Benjamin Sykes
Ron Madow Athletic Achievement Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a Beachwood High School graduating senior wrestler who has been a member of the varsity team for at least two years and has attained a high level of achievement while on the team. This memorial scholarship was established in 2006 by his family and friends.
Ron Madow graduated from Beachwood High School in 1971. Ron was uniquely significant in the history of BHS. He was not only the first student in school history to qualify for the state tournament in any sport, but he then went on to place 5th at the State Wrestling Tournament. He was the pioneer for what would become a wrestling program rich in talent and accomplishment; one recognized as a state power over the next 30+ years. If Ron’s own competitive achievements in high school were not enough, for the next 30 years, he was a constant presence in the BHS wrestling program, including a stint as wrestling coach. He developed a great rapport with every standout Beachwood wrestler since his graduation.
While Ron’s presence will always be palpable in the Beachwood wrestling room, this scholarship in his name is being created to honor future wrestlers by allowing their names to be associated with Ron Madow’s. This will pay tribute to High School seniors demonstrating qualities similar to those that made Ron so special and critical to the advancement of the good name of Beachwood High School athletics throughout the state of Ohio. Due to the unique impact created by Ron, along with his innovative and energetic spirit, this scholarship mirrors that uniqueness.
The applicant must have wrestled on the BHS varsity wrestling team at least two years and have attained a high level of athletic achievement while on the team.
Criteria will include (but not be limited to):
- Strong work ethic
- Perseverance and strength of character
- Wrestling achievements while in high school
- A source of pride to the Beachwood Community
- Enhances the reputation of Beachwood athletics
- An inspiration to other BHS wrestlers and athletes
Scholarship amount: $1,000
*This scholarship is awarded directly by school staff; students do not apply.
Past Winners
- 2023: Uzonna Nzekwe and Josh Greenwood
- 2017: Josh Bialosky
- 2014: Ryan Harris and Sam Gross
- 2012: David Shapiro
- 2011: Alec Jacober
- 2010: Alex Dronzek
- 2008: Gregory Marmaros
- 2007: Michael Sadler
- 2006: Kevin Lipp
Steven Mark Wasserman Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School graduating senior who indicates an intention to pursue a career in television writing and/or film. It was established in 1999 by his parents Bernard and Florence Wasserman in honor of his creativity and ingenuity as a writer and producer for television and motion pictures.
Steven Mark Wasserman will long be remembered for Beverly Hills 90210. He drew many of the episodes and characters from his memories at Beachwood High School. In fact, he stated, “The friendship between these television characters, that’s something that goes back to my school experiences in Beachwood and the relationships I formed there.”
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2023: Becca Harlan
- 2021: Carrington Peavy
- 2019: Maya Neyman
- 2018: Jayla Howard and Joey Rogoff
- 2017: Gabe Shapera
- 2015: Maria Alvarez
- 2014: Molly Finkenthal
- 2013: Elana Gloger
- 2011: Ben Ducoff
- 2010: Kevin Jones
- 2009: Lauren Henkin
- 2008: Roman Balmakov
- 2007: Molly Yahr
- 2003: Carly Shainker
- 2002: Jaimie Cohen
- 2001: Rebecca Stone
- 2000: Danny Weiss
Vera Arlen Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2010 by Sidney Arlen to honor his wife’s memory and to acknowledge her special qualities as an individual. This scholarship is awarded annually to a female Beachwood High School graduating senior who exhibits leadership, humanity and a generous spirit in a humble manner.
The scholarship shall be awarded annually to a qualified female Beachwood senior who has been outstanding in one or more of the following:
- Being a giving person
- Exhibiting care for others
- Concerned about her community
- Demonstrated leadership
Scholarship amount: $250
Past Winners
- 2024: Chamira James and Eva Ptahia
- 2023: Kimia Esmaeili Adabi
- 2022: Hiba Ali
- 2021: Brooklyn Hollimon
- 2020: Cassidy Gilliam
- 2019: Sydney Leiken
- 2018: Tanner Mayfield
- 2017: Camille Hohl and Jamie Frayman
- 2016: Casey Peck
- 2015: Danielle Adelstein
- 2014: Haley Bogomolny
- 2013: Danyelle Shelton
- 2012: Jodi Fish
- 2011: Chloe Hernane
- 2010: Allison Teitelbaum
Weisenberg Family Scholarship
Established by Aaron and Whitney Weisenberg in 2008, this scholarship is awarded annually to a senior who exhibits passion and commitment to the arts and will continue to explore the arts beyond high school. A film, CD, or recording demonstrating an example of his/her artistic talent may be submitted in addition to his/her application.
Qualifications:
- Exhibits passion and commitment to the arts
- Intends to explore the arts after high school
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Jack Soroka
- 2023: Benjamin Lawrence
- 2022: Moonhee Kim
- 2021: Jacob Pincas
- 2020: Gabe Stern and Athena Grasso
- 2019: Joshua Danielpour
- 2018: Emily Schultz
- 2017: Gabe Shapera
- 2016: Enrique Caraballo
- 2015: Maria Alvarez, Hannah Lowenkamp and Ami Scherson
- 2014: Chadwick Tindel
- 2013: Crystal Looney, Jessica Gill and Erlein Tacastacas
- 2012: Joshua Lauretig
- 2011: Jasmine Stevens
- 2010: Gabriel Firestone
- 2009: Molly Goldman
- 2008: Sam Silverman
The White and Gold Scholarship for Bison Pride
The White and Gold Scholarship was established in 1999 by the Beachwood Schools Foundation to foster recognition and investment of Beachwood students. This scholarship is awarded annually to a Beachwood High School Senior who has demonstrated exceptional Bison Pride both in and out of Beachwood High School.
Candidates should reflect the Beachwood School’s mission statement as one who strives “To develop intellectual entrepreneurs with a social conscience.” The scholarship shall be awarded annually to a qualified senior who has been outstanding in the following:
- Demonstrating Bison Pride by presenting a positive view of Beachwood High School through actions of character and integrity at all times.
- Being an active member in the school community or community at large such as community service, fundraising, volunteering.
The following criteria will be considered:
- 3 activities (job, club, etc.), OR currently play 2 sports
- A minimum cumulative weighted GPA of 2.0 and no Fs
- 55 community service hours earned
- Passed all state mandated exams
Please respond to the following prompt in no more than one page: Describe an activity or achievement that you have participated in that demonstrates your Bison pride.
Scholarship amount: $1,000
Past Winners
- 2024: Nishan Shrestha
- 2022: Jonah Kaminsky
- 2021: Rachel Rosenthal
- 2020: Joelle Rosenthal
- 2019: Nicole Breger
- 2018: Chad Baker
- 2017: Philip Schnee
- 2016: Dana Kippen
- 2015: Sri Vidya Uppalapati
- 2014: Tamarea Townes
- 2013: Gabrielle Perryman
- 2012: Lauren Lipsyc
- 2011: Ananya Marathe
- 2010: Sevy Harris
- 2009: Marla Lipsyc
- 2008: Tamar Lisbona
- 2007: Allison Birne
- 2005: Sophia Hall
- 2003: Jon Azoff
- 2001: Dan Lind
- 2000: Jeff Shoyke