Katie Filiberti Memorial Scholarship

In 2011, the scholarship fund was established in memory of Katie Filiberti. Katie was a 2010 graduate of FDR High School and a member of the FDR gymnastics team. Through the generosity of the community and the Filiberti family, a scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior from FDR High School who has participated in athletics; is a decent/average student; demonstrates support/empathy for their peers; has involvement in community service activities; and has financial need who will be full time student at any accredited college or university in the United States.

Amount of Award(s):
$750

Number of Awards:
1

Type of Award:
Not Renewable

Current High School:
Franklin D. Roosevelt High School

Current Level of Education:
High School Senior

Eligibility Requirements:
– Graduating seniors from FDR High School
– Average student with financial need
– Participates in athletics and community service

Conditions For Continuation:
Not Renewable

Application Details:

With your completed Online Application, you will also need to attach the following:

– Essay discussing your career goals, personal values, and community service (typed, limit to one page or 500 words).
– Most recent high school transcript.
– Copy of your FAFSA Submission Summary and Student Aid Index (SAI), which you will receive when your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been completed and submitted.
– Two current letters of recommendation from teachers/guidance counselor, clergy or persons other than family members who are familiar with your skills and abilities. These letters must have been written within the last six months.

Deadline:

​Applications must be submitted online with all attachments by 11:59pm on March 15, 2025.