More than 30 outstanding student scholars and athletes benefit annually from scholarships and awards established through the Foundation. The size and number of awards given continues to grow due to the generosity of donors who wish to recognize student achievement.
PVEF DESCRIPTION OF SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS
Andy Benes Memorial Award
Presented to a student who demonstrates technical understanding and skill involving audio visual equipment, sound equipment, visual equipment and stage production without direct supervision as well as a good attitude and school spirit.
Andrew Peffer Award

This award is given in the memory of Andrew Peffer. Mr. Peffer was a dedicated teacher who taught Earth Science at the Penns Valley High School. The award shall be given to one graduating female and one male senior who are planning a career in science, planning a career in education, or attending Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The recipients should have a 3.25 GPA or higher. Award to be given to a male and female who demonstrates a passion for science.
Brian & Rita Griffith
“Fierce Ram” Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who is willing to step up when others step back as demonstrated by constructive leadership, self-awareness, strong work ethic, and an attitude of positive perseverance necessary to take on any task necessary to accomplish the goal. Honoree must have attended Penns Valley full time in all grades 9-12 and have been accepted to an accredited post-secondary program.
C.N. Bartges Memorial Award
Eighth Grade Mathematics
Presented to an eighth grade student residing in Penn Township who excels in mathematics in 7th and 8th grades as determined by the teachers.
C.N. Bartges Memorial Award
Sixth Grade Penmanship
Presented to a sixth grade student residing in Penn Township who’s penmanship specimen is judged on spelling, punctuation, neatness, and penmanship as determined by the teacher.
Cale Shaffer Memorial Award
A graduating senior planning a career in outdoor recreation, or showing a strong interest in outdoor activities and nature who shows a willingness to help others as demonstrated through participation in youth camps, scouting or community service, who has earned a minimum 3.0 GPA and who is considerate, positive, friendly, highly energetic. and a natural leader with a sense of humor,
Castellano Memorial Award
CPI
Presented to a Penns Valley senior with the highest overall GPA in the Collision Repair Program at CPI. If there is no PV senior in collision repair, then the PV senior attending CPI who has the highest GPA should be chosen.
Castellano Memorial Award
Humanitarian Award
Presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated concern for the welfare of others, has shown compassion to fellow students, and who has given unselfishly to improve the life of someone else without expecting recognition.
D’Ambrosia Family
“Unsung Hero” Memorial Award

Albert & Mary D’Ambrosia
Presented to a graduating senior who understands the importance of being involved in school related activities and whose actions made a positive difference in the Penns Valley High School community, and who worked to reach their highest academic potential earning a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Haines Twp. Local History Award
Presented to a graduating senior who has had good attendance and a good discipline record, who shows school spirit, and who has academic interest in social studies and local history.
James A. Bradford Memorial Scholarship for Engineering
Presented to a graduating senior with a 3.5 or above GPA and who has been accepted to a 2 or 4 year college to study engineering (essay submission required).
Jeffrey Fuller Memorial Award
Female
Presented to a female graduating senior who has participated in either cross country or track and field. The award recipient should be selected by coaches and academic teachers based on a minimum GPA of 3.5 as well as demonstration of good sportsmanship.
Jeffrey Fuller Memorial Award
Male
Presented to a male graduating senior who has participated in either cross country or track and field. The award recipient should be selected by coaches and academic teachers based on a minimum GPA of 3.5 as well as demonstration of good sportsmanship.
John & Tess Gramley Memorial Award
Male
Presented to a graduating senior selected by the faculty based on Scholarship (60%), Need (30%), Leadership (10%).
John & Tess Gramley Memorial Award
Female
Presented to a graduating senior selected by the faculty based on Scholarship (60%), Need (30%), Leadership (10%).
John W. Decker Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior in the vocational agriculture curriculum who ranks in the top fourth of the senior class and who demonstrates financial need, who participated in extracurricular activities and service projects and who displays respect for authority, courtesy toward peers, and who possesses leadership qualities and potential.
Lida Winkleblech Sharer Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who provides proof of acceptance into a post secondary education program.
Lula M. Bartges Award
Athletics
Presented to a male graduating senior who was outstanding in both academics and sports, shows character, sportsmanship and great leadership ability, works well with and respects teammates, coaches and faculty members.
Lula M. Bartges Award
FCS
Presented to a female graduating senior who has taken 75% of the courses offered in the FCS curriculum, shows great interest and leadership skills in the subject area, participates in community service and respects other students, administrators and faculty members.
Mabelle Malone Shreckengast Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who has been accepted into a post-secondary education program and who demonstrates financial need (40%), demonstrates scholarship skills in high school i.e. GPA and SAT scores (30%), expresses interest in pursuing a career in education (20%), and demonstrates leadership skills (10%).
Mary B. Barger Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a female graduating senior who has been accepted into a 2 or 4 year post secondary program with business emphasis as well as GPA, pursuit of knowledge and initiative, and participation and leadership demonstrated through extracurricular activities.
Missy Beamesderfer Memorial Award
Presented to a ninth grade student who applies the “golden rule” in daily living, shows self discipline in word and action, is regarded as a good school and community citizen, respects rules and regulations, is courteous and thoughtful of peers and teachers, is honest, and completes every task to the best of his/her ability.
PV Heart of Gold Award
Presented to a graduating senior who has a “heart of gold” as determined by the high school faculty.
Randall & Hazel Ertel Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who is a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Rebersburg or who resides in Miles Township, who demonstrates financial need, who is involved in community service, and who is accepted into a post secondary education program.
Richard Coursen Memorial Scholarship
A graduating senior planning on attending a 2 or 4 year post secondary program who is responsible, determined and highly motivated, who exhibits accurate and precise school work, and who is involved outside of school with a job and other non-school related activities. Note: special consideration should be given to a student who has a family member fighting cancer or other life-threatening condition.
Robert M. Zeigler Memorial Award
Male
Presented to a male graduating senior who had an outstanding record in academics, attendance and discipline record, and participation in extracurricular activities.
Robert M. Zeigler Memorial Award
Female
Presented to a female graduating senior who had an outstanding record in academics, attendance and discipline record, and participation in extracurricular activities.
Roger Boop Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who is a member of the band and/or chorus, who has been accepted into a post-secondary education program, and who is viewed as a sensitive, generous individual with a sense of humor, who is creative and diligent with far ranging interests, and who has had a positive influence within the school and community.
Service Above Self Scholarship
Est. by Cecelia Bradford in Feb. 2021 through an endowment with the Penns Valley Education Foundation
Presented to a senior graduating with a 3.0 GPA or better who is viewed as a team player, leader and has the heart of a servant in caring for others in need; has demonstrated commitment to helping others through active participation in the local community (i.e. food bank, church missions, Rotary, Kiwanis, United Way, Elks, Moose) during their 4 years in high school; has been accepted to a 2 or 4 year college or university. Candidates will be selected by the high school faculty and administration awards review committee based on 50% need, 30% scholarship and 20% leadership.
Shelby Luse Memorial Award
Art
Presented to a graduating senior who earned at least .5 credit in fine arts classes and who reflects a sense of design awareness, spatial use, creativity, and personal satisfaction derived from expression through art.
Shelby Luse Memorial Award
Band Front
Presented to a member of the band front who exhibits a spirit of teamwork and willingness to serve for the benefit of the band, a steadfast dedication and perseverance to participate despite obstacles, personal contentment from participation, and diligence in patiently striving for improvement in self and others.
Stephen & Carolyn Foust
“Blue & White Leadership” Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who has earned a minimum 3.5 GPA, who has been accepted into a 2 or 4 year post secondary program, who lettered in one or more athletic sports preferably as a team captain, who served as a student council member or class officer, and who held a part-time job or participated in community service during high school career.
Straley Veterinary Associates
Agriculture Award
This award was offered in 2020 by Dr. John Shapira of Straley Veterinary Associates. Presented to a senior, as selected by the faculty, who has earned a minimum 2.8 GPA, who plans to go into an Ag related field, and who has not been selected for another award.
Straley Veterinary Associates
CPI Award
This award was offered in 2020 by Dr. John Shapira of Straley Veterinary Associates. Presented to a senior, as selected by the faculty, who is graduating from the CPI program, who has earned a minimum 2.8 GPA, and who has not been selected for another award.
PVEF DESCRIPTION OF SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS
Andy Benes Memorial Award
Presented to a student who demonstrates technical understanding and skill involving audio visual equipment, sound equipment, visual equipment and stage production without direct supervision as well as a good attitude and school spirit.
Andrew Peffer Award

This award is given in the memory of Andrew Peffer. Mr. Peffer was a dedicated teacher who taught Earth Science at the Penns Valley High School. The award shall be given to one graduating female and one male senior who are planning a career in science, planning a career in education, or attending Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The recipients should have a 3.25 GPA or higher. Award to be given to a male and female who demonstrates a passion for science.
Brian & Rita Griffith “Fierce Ram” Scholarship
Presented to graduating a senior who is willing to step up when others step back as demonstrated by constructive leadership, self-awareness, strong work ethic, and an attitude of positive perseverance necessary to take on any task necessary to accomplish the goal. Honoree must have attended Penns Valley full time in all grades 9-12 and have been accepted to an accredited post-secondary program.
C.N. Bartges Memorial Award
Eighth Grade Mathematics
Presented to an eighth grade student residing in Penn Township who excels in mathematics in 7th and 8th grades as determined by the teachers.
C.N. Bartges Memorial Award
Sixth Grade Penmanship
Presented to a sixth grade student residing in Penn Township who’s penmanship specimen is judged on spelling, punctuation, neatness, and penmanship as determined by the teacher.
Cale Shaffer Memorial Award
A graduating senior planning a career in outdoor recreation, or showing a strong interest in outdoor activities and nature who shows a willingness to help others as demonstrated through participation in youth camps, scouting or community service, who has earned a minimum 3.0 GPA and who is considerate, positive, friendly, highly energetic. and a natural leader with a sense of humor,
Castellano Memorial Award
CPI
Presented to a Penns Valley senior with the highest overall GPA in the Collision Repair Program at CPI. If there is no PV senior in collision repair, then the PV senior attending CPI who has the highest GPA should be chosen.
Castellano Memorial Award
Humanitarian Award
Presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated concern for the welfare of others, has shown compassion to fellow students, and who has given unselfishly to improve the life of someone else without expecting recognition.
D’Ambrosia Family “Unsung Hero” Memorial Award

Albert & Mary D’Ambrosia
Presented to a graduating senior who understands the importance of being involved in school related activities and whose actions made a positive difference in the Penns Valley High School community, and who worked to reach their highest academic potential earning a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Haines Twp. Local History Award
Presented to a graduating senior who has had good attendance and a good discipline record, who shows school spirit, and who has academic interest in social studies and local history.
James A. Bradford Memorial Scholarship for Engineering
Presented to a graduating senior with a 3.5 or above GPA and who has been accepted to a 2 or 4 year college to study engineering (essay submission required)
Jeffrey Fuller Memorial Award
Female
Presented to a female graduating senior who has participated in either cross country or track and field. The award recipient should be selected by coaches and academic teachers based on a minimum GPA of 3.5 as well as demonstration of good sportsmanship.
Jeffrey Fuller Memorial Award
Male
Presented to a male graduating senior who has participated in either cross country or track and field. The award recipient should be selected by coaches and academic teachers based on a minimum GPA of 3.5 as well as demonstration of good sportsmanship.
John & Tess Gramley Memorial Award
Male
Presented to a graduating senior selected by the faculty based on Scholarship (60%), Need (30%), Leadership (10%).
John & Tess Gramley Memorial Award
Female
Presented to a graduating senior selected by the faculty based on Scholarship (60%), Need (30%), Leadership (10%).
John W. Decker Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior in the vocational agriculture curriculum who ranks in the top fourth of the senior class and who demonstrates financial need, who participated in extracurricular activities and service projects and who displays respect for authority, courtesy toward peers, and who possesses leadership qualities and potential.
Lida Winkleblech Sharer Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who provides proof of acceptance into a post secondary education program.
Lula M. Bartges Award
Athletics
Presented to a male graduating senior who was outstanding in both academics and sports, shows character, sportsmanship and great leadership ability, works well with and respects teammates, coaches and faculty members.
Lula M. Bartges Award
FCS
Presented to a female graduating senior who has taken 75% of the courses offered in the FCS curriculum, shows great interest and leadership skills in the subject area, participates in community service and respects other students, administrators and faculty members.
Mabelle Malone Shreckengast Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who has been accepted into a post-secondary education program and who demonstrates financial need (40%), demonstrates scholarship skills in high school i.e. GPA and SAT scores (30%), expresses interest in pursuing a career in education (20%), and demonstrates leadership skills (10%).
Mary B. Barger Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a female graduating senior who has been accepted into a 2 or 4 year post secondary program with business emphasis as well as GPA, pursuit of knowledge and initiative, and participation and leadership demonstrated through extracurricular activities.
Missy Beamesderfer Memorial Award
Presented to a ninth grade student who applies the “golden rule” in daily living, shows self discipline in word and action, is regarded as a good school and community citizen, respects rules and regulations, is courteous and thoughtful of peers and teachers, is honest, and completes every task to the best of his/her ability.
PV Heart of Gold Award
Presented to a graduating senior who has a “heart of gold” as determined by the high school faculty.
Randall & Hazel Ertell Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who is a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Rebersburg or who resides in Miles Township, who demonstrates financial need, who is involved in community service, and who is accepted into a post secondary education program.
Richard Coursen Memorial Scholarship
A graduating senior planning on attending a 2 or 4 year post secondary program who is responsible, determined and highly motivated, who exhibits accurate and precise school work, and who is involved outside of school with a job and other non-school related activities. Note: special consideration should be given to a student who has a family member fighting cancer or other life-threatening condition.
Robert M. Zeigler Memorial Award
Male
Presented to a male graduating senior who had an outstanding record in academics, attendance and discipline record, and participation in extracurricular activities.
Robert M. Zeigler Memorial Award
Female
Presented to a female graduating senior who had an outstanding record in academics, attendance and discipline record, and participation in extracurricular activities.
Roger Boop Memorial Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who is a member of the band and/or chorus, who has been accepted into a post-secondary education program, and who is viewed as a sensitive, generous individual with a sense of humor, who is creative and diligent with far ranging interests, and who has had a positive influence within the school and community.
Service Above Self Scholarship
Est. by Cecelia Bradford in Feb. 2021 through an endowment with the Penns Valley Education Foundation
Presented to a senior graduating with a 3.0 GPA or better who is viewed as a team player, leader and has the heart of a servant in caring for others in need; has demonstrated commitment to helping others through active participation in the local community (i.e. food bank, church missions, Rotary, Kiwanis, United Way, Elks, Moose) during their 4 years in high school; has been accepted to a 2 or 4 year college or university. Candidates will be selected by the high school faculty and administration awards review committee based on 50% need, 30% scholarship and 20% leadership.
Shelby Luse Memorial Award
Art
Presented to a graduating senior who earned at least .5 credit in fine arts classes and who reflects a sense of design awareness, spatial use, creativity, and personal satisfaction derived from expression through art.
Shelby Luse Memorial Award
Band Front
Presented to a member of the band front who exhibits a spirit of teamwork and willingness to serve for the benefit of the band, a steadfast dedication and perseverance to participate despite obstacles, personal contentment from participation, and diligence in patiently striving for improvement in self and others.
Stephen & Carolyn Foust “Blue & White Leadership” Scholarship
Presented to a graduating senior who has earned a minimum 3.5 GPA, who has been accepted into a 2 or 4 year post secondary program, who lettered in one or more athletic sports preferably as a team captain, who served as a student council member or class officer, and who held a part-time job or participated in community service during high school career.
Straley Veterinary Associates
Agriculture Award
This award was offered in 2020 by Dr. John Shapira of Straley Veterinary Associates. Presented to a senior, as selected by the faculty, who has earned a minimum 2.8 GPA, who plans to go into an Ag related field, and who has not been selected for another award.
Straley Veterinary Associates
CPI Award
This award was offered in 2020 by Dr. John Shapira of Straley Veterinary Associates. Presented to a senior, as selected by the faculty, who is graduating from the CPI program, who has earned a minimum 2.8 GPA, and who has not been selected for another award.
Scholarship & Award Recipients | 2021
$13,409 Awarded
UNDERCLASS
SENIORS
Allen Auman
Abigail Stitzer
Sydnie Dalton
Anna Korman
Caleb Narber
Cheyanne Wolfe
Colton Sands (2)
Danae Wolfhope
Daniel Kelly
Danielle Fetterolf (2)
Emily Heltman
Gage Ripka
Hailey Coursen
Harrison Reish
Jadyn Butler
Jordan Anderson (2)
Justin Darlington
Kelsey Hull
Kendra Bumgardener (2)
Kylie Auman
Levi Lowe
Madison McCool
Maria Lovallo (2)
Marshall Stoner
Nash Shawver
Nicholas Bair
Richard Markle
Sydney Kubalak
Thaddaeus Smith
Wyatt Auman
Zachary Heckman
Scholarship & Award Recipients | 2021
$13,409 Awarded
UNDERCLASS:
Allen Auman
Abigail Stitzer
Sydnie Dalton
SENIOR:
Anna Korman
Caleb Narber
Cheyanne Wolfe
Colton Sands (2)
Danae Wolfhope
Daniel Kelly
Danielle Fetterolf (2)
Emily Heltman
Gage Ripka
Hailey Coursen
Harrison Reish
Jadyn Butler
Jordan Anderson (2)
Justin Darlington
Kelsey Hull
Kendra Bumgardener (2)
Kylie Auman
Levi Lowe
Madison McCool
Maria Lovallo (2)
Marshall Stoner
Nash Shawver
Nicholas Bair
Richard Markle
Sydney Kubalak
Thaddaeus Smith
Wyatt Auman
Zachary Heckman