Memorial Scholarships
Memorial Scholarships are an important aspect of the school’s financial assistance packages that are offered to create a diverse student body and enhance the school community. Borgia is fortunate to have been asked many times to help families honor and memorialize their loved ones through memorial gifts and scholarship funds. These scholarships are named for beloved alumni, faculty, coaches, spouses and families. They are lasting tributes to family and friends whose names and legacies will live on through St. Francis Borgia Regional High School.
If you would like to make a gift in memory of loved one or as a tribute to someone special, please contact Harriet Sallaberry in the Advancement office at 636 239-7871 ext. 123 or George Wingbermuehle at 636 239-7871 ext. 116.
Louis B. Eckelkamp Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to the first five runners-up to the Borgia Academic Scholarship. Each awardee receives $500, which is renewable, for all four years provided the students maintain at least a 3.0 GPA.
Helen and Alphonse Straatmann Scholarship - Awarded to two students with financial need. Student must be Catholic and have acceptable academic performance. Each recipient must have a Mass said for the repose of the souls of Helen and Alphonse Straatmann at St. Francis Borgia Church, Washington and place a wreath on their graves.
Margaret C. Politte Scholarship - Awarded to a student in the amount of $500. Student must have a 3.0 GPA.
Ralph Lause Scholarship - Awarded to a senior on the recommendation of the administration to a student who has exhibited the qualities of “behind the scenes,” and unselfish dedication to Borgia that characterized Ralph Lause.
Jim McDermott Scholarship - Awarded to 5 students with financial need. Recipient should be involved in school activities with the recommendation of administrators. Good moral character with 2.0 GPA.
Rose and Clarence Hanneken Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to a worthy Freshman or Sophomore student on the basis of financial need. Preference given to students with a large family.
Gregg A. Schelich Scholarship-Awarded to an Our Lady of Lourdes eighth grader on the basis of financial need and average academic achievement. Selection made by OLL principal together with SFBRHS principal.
Blue & Gold Larry Slocum Scholarship - $1000 scholarship awarded to existing Junior with a 2.0 GPA or above, involved in the school community with financial need. Awarded in January for their Senior year.
Marie Wynn Scholarship - Awarded to an Our Lady of Lourdes Eighth grader. Selection by OLL principal. Renewable.
Gladys Fields Memorial Scholarship - Awarded to a student with financial need who is involved in school activities with the recommendation of administrators. Preference given to a child of a single parent.
Donette Jackson-Buenemann Award - Two $500 scholarships awarded to two eligible seniors with 4 credits of band, 3.0 GPA, dedicated to band, work for the good of the band, and be alcohol/drug free. Will be announced at the annual Christmas Concert or by December 15.
James Aholt Memorial Scholarship - $1000 scholarship awarded once every 4 years to a student with financial need who maintains at least a 2.0 GPA, exhibits good moral character and is involved in school or community activities. Must volunteer annually for the James Aholt Memorial Golf Tournament. Renewable
Jennifer Bargen Memorial Scholarship - $500 scholarship awarded to a student interested in pursuing an occupation in the medical field with financial need. Recipient to place a rose on Jennifer Bargen's gravesite. Essay required.
Julie Doorack Memorial Scholarship - $500 scholarship awarded to a graduate of St. John the Baptist Parish School-Gildehaus. Demonstates strong commitment to Christian Service, self-motivated, enthusiastic and exhibits a love of live. Maintians a C average. SJB principal & Borgia President determine recipient.
Dr. John & Mimi Post Scholarship - $500 scholarship to a student with most improved GPA from end of Freshman year to third quarter of Junior year.
Omar & Rose Tobben Scholarship - $2000 scholarship awarded to a sophomore inducted into NHS. Scholarship is for Junior year.
Glen Edler Memorial Scholarship-$500 scholarship awarded to an incoming Freshman who attended St. Francis Borgia Grade School. Student who is a hard worker and exhibits strong character. Recipient to organize an annual dress down day to benefit the Alzheimer's Association and should spend 15 minutes each Christmas at St. Francis Borgia Church, during the Christmas week, praying for Glenn.
Ken & Les Holtmeyer Memorial Scholarship-Scholarships awarded in numerous amounts to SFBRHS students with financial need.
Megan Piontek Memorial Scholarship-$500 scholarship awarded to an incoming Senior taking college credit psychology. Student must exhibit a love of life with good moral character. Strives to make a difference in the lives of others and is accepting of others without judgement. Student must have a 2.7 GPA or higher.
David Kuchs Memorial Scholarship-$500 scholarship awarded to one incoming Freshman who attended an area Catholic grade school. Preference given to a child of a single parent. Awarded Freshman year and renewable for 4 years with a satisfactory GPA.
Kurt Skornia Memorial Scholarship-$500 scholarship awarded to an incoming Freshman from Our Lady of Lourdes parish. Recipient conveys a positive attitude and exhibits cooperative attitude. Active in school activities. Renewable for 4 years.
For more information on additional scholarships that are available contact George Wingbermuehle at 636-239-7871 x.115. One of the most gratifying experiences a donor can have is giving a gift in memory of a loved one. These are lasting tributes to family and friends. Borgia has a beautiful Memorial card available for your use in remembering family and friends. It is a thoughtful way to let the family know you are thinking of them.