The application window is closed. Awards will be announced on June 8.
The Rotary Club of Blairstown will provide the following scholarship awards to NWRHS graduating seniors who exemplify the Rotary motto of “Service above Self” through their volunteer activities and actions. Examples include, but are not limited to, participation in a service club like Interact or Key Club, participating in organized mission trips, volunteering to help others, volunteering through community organizations like the YMCA, food bank, scouting, church group, peer mentor programs or tutoring.Rotary Club of Blairstown Jack Sweet Memorial Scholarship – One award of $3,000
In honor of Jack Sweet, a Rotarian, teacher, coach and principal at Blairstown High School and NWRHS, this scholarship is awarded to a senior with excellence in character and scholarship who demonstrates the Rotary motto of Service above Self through their activities and actions.
Rotary Club of Blairstown William Caldwell Memorial Scholarship – One award of $3,000
In honor of William Caldwell, a Rotarian and former superintendent of NWRHS, this scholarship seeks to honor his legacy by supporting a deserving student who shares his dedication to character, scholarship, and selfless service and is awarded to a senior with excellence in character and scholarship who demonstrates the Rotary motto of Service above Self.
Rotary Club of Blairstown Interact Service Scholarship – Three awards of $1,000 each
Awarded to a senior member of the NWR Interact Club with excellence in character and scholarship who demonstrates the Rotary motto of Service above Self.
Rotary Club of Blairstown James Gilmore Memorial Scholarship – One award of $1,000
Awarded to senior members of the NWRHS Interact Club with excellence in character and scholarship who demonstrates the Rotary motto of Service above Self through their volunteer activities and actions.
Rotary Club of Blairstown Service Above Self Scholarship – One award of $1,000
Awarded to a senior with excellence in character and scholarship who demonstrates the Rotary motto of Service above Self.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
Graduating seniors attending North Warren Regional High School are eligible to apply. Financial need is not a consideration.
Scholarships are available to students attending a 4‑year college, any accredited community college, or an accredited vocational, technical or trade school.
How to Apply?
Students apply by completing the 2024 NWRHS Scholarship Application: Download Here
Applicants should be as thorough and complete as possible, describing their volunteer activities and the impact it created.
- Only one application is required. Applying students will be considered for all awards.
- Applications must be typed. The electronic form supports electronic entry. You may use additional pages and/or add attachments as required.
- Provide a resume documenting your school, extracurricular and work activities while attending NWRHS.
- Include a copy of your NWRHS transcript and NWRHS Scholarship Application.
- Mail your package to
Rotary Club of Blairstown
Scholarship Committee
PO Box 747
Blairstown NJ 07825
- The required receipt deadline date will be provided by the NWRHS Guidance Department.
Interviews:
Applicants selected for consideration will require an individual interview via Zoom with members of the Rotary Club of Blairstown Scholarship Selection Committee. Successful applicants will be notified by the NWRHS Guidance Department.