The Eagle Foundation expresses its gratitude to those who have made a commitment to our scholarship funds. These very special contributions represent a pledge to build a permanent presence in the community.
Congratulations to all of our Blue Mountain High School Class of 2024 award winners!
Pictured from left to right in 1st row: Kiara DiGregorio, Paige Koch, Paige Bensinger, Melaina Barbe, Elle Walasavage, Avery Setlock, Mackenzie Romig, Emma Easter, Sophia Chipriano, Cala Armenise
Pictured from left to right in 2nd row: Jackson Lechleitner, Michael Caliendo, Lindsay Gibson, Michael Owen, Taylor Weiss, Max Freed, Elijah Feisel, Gunesh Can, Cael Rickard, Nicolas Driscoll, Will Jacobson, Ryan Mundy, Matteo Carestia, Nathan Yackenchick, Braiden McGhee
Pictured from left to right in 3rd row: Marla Freiwald, Kylie Conway, Ava DiSante, Bethany Stein
General Eagle Foundation Academic Excellence Awards are awarded based on the following criteria: service to the school and community, academic performance, attendance and discipline records, financial need and student essay. Applicants must have a weighted GPA (grade point average) of at least a 3.55. Scholarship amounts vary and range from $500.00 to $1,500.00.
2024 recipients ($1,000.00) - Sophia Chipriano, Ava DiSante
2024 recipients ($750.00) - Kylie Conway, Kiara DiGregorio
2024 recipients ($500.00) - Paige Bensinger, Michael Caliendo, Arin (Gunesh) Can, Matteo Carestia, Emma Easter, Elijah Feisel, Marla Freiwald, William Jacobson Jr., Braiden McGhee, Michael Owen, Taylor Weiss
2023 recipients ($1,000.00) - Sarah Magdeburg & Aspen Weizer
2023 recipients ($500.00) - Paige Bergan, Danika Bolinsky, Alysa Carestia, Ella Chuplis, Isabella Frederick, Carson Kerstetter, Sophia Lantz & Emily Martinez
2022 recipients - Julia Carestia, Cecilia Chipriano, Olivia Eckroth, Courtney Grogan, Abigayle Krewson, Corinne Orsulak, Katherine Rubinkam & Jake Weiss
2021 recipients - Grayson Dewald, Jacob Kline, Julia Kluge, Joshua Norris & Alexander Tidmore
The Kunsman Scholarship for Excellence in Leadership or Mathematics was established by a grateful student in honor of Elvin H. Kunsman, founder of the Blue Mountain School District. It is a $2,500.00 scholarship that is awarded to the student with the highest average in Math based on grade point average and SAT scores. Applicants must also demonstrate the leadership qualities exemplified by Mr. Kunsman.
2024 recipient - Bethany Stein
2023 recipient - Derek Walasavage
2022 recipient - Isabel Patton
2021 recipient - Ryan Caulfield
The Charles K. Hill Memorial Scholarship is a $500.00 award established by the friends and family of the late Charles K. Hill for students who intend to major in Agricultural or Environmental Sciences.
2024 recipient - Cael Rickard
2023 recipient - Anna Laughlin
2022 recipient - Hannah Burke
The Matthew S. Hill Memorial Scholarship is a $1,000.00 scholarship that was established by the friends and family of Matt Hill ’03 upon his untimely death in June 2004. It is awarded to “best all around male and female students”. Applicants must have a weighted GPA (grade point average) of at least a 3.75, have lettered in a sport, and demonstrate exemplary community service and involvement in extra-curricular activities.
2024 recipients - Max Freed & Cala Armenise
2023 recipients - Dalton Riegel & Reese Baldwin
2022 recipients - Michael Myro & Megan Thompson
2021 recipients - Mikolas Barbe & Lily Wright
The Pauline S. Carl Memorial Scholarship is a $500.00 scholarship award established by the friends and family of Pauline Steinbrun Carl, and is awarded annually to a student who intends to major in Elementary Education or pursue a degree in Education.
2024 recipient - Lindsay Gibson
2023 recipient - Madison Green
2022 recipient - Morgan Biege
2021 recipient - Katherine Joyce
The Cresswell Memorial Scholarship was established by the friends and family of Jonathan “Jono” Cresswell ’01 upon his untimely death in 2008. In honor of Jonathan’s memory, Blue Mountain students who wish to learn a trade will have the opportunity to receive a $1,000.00 scholarship to offset the cost of their continued education. Preference will be given to an applicant who intends to pursue certification in masonry.
2024 recipient - Nicolas Driscoll
2023 recipient - Adam Morrow
2022 recipient - Ashlei Brown
2021 recipient - Tanner Sidella
The Bill Bradley Memorial Scholarship was established by the friends and family of Orwigsburg police officer William Bradley upon his untimely death in 2010. It is a $750.00 scholarship that is awarded to a student who intends to major in criminal justice or a related field. The successful candidate will demonstrate the honesty, integrity, leadership ability, courage, and self-restraint of a police officer through a written essay that describes the qualities and characteristics they possess that would enable them to make a difference in the lives of others.
2024 recipient - Paige Koch
2023 recipient - Victoria Konkus
2022 recipient - Amber Clews
2021 recipient - Marshall Zelusky
The Fern Heiser Heritage Scholarship is a $1,500.00 award established by Fern Heiser’s grandchildren Barry and Vicki and great granddaughter Jessica Hill in 2011. It is awarded to a female student who has a weighted GPA (grade point average) of at least a 3.55, and possesses at least ONE of the following qualifications: he/she must be an officer in a club, class, or student council; a captain or co-captain of a high school team; or is active in their church or local charitable organization. The student must also compose an essay that answers the following question: “How has your heritage and/or family shaped who you are today?"
2024 recipient - Melaina Barbe
2023 recipient - Jenna Shellhammer
2022 recipient - Lindsay Kutz
2021 recipient - Kayla Biege
The Fern Heiser Compassion Scholarship is a $2,000.00 award given in Fern Heiser’s memory by her loving son and daughter-in-law, Delroy and Jacqueline. It is presented to a female student that has a who embodies Fern’s caring and giving spirit through outstanding leadership and compassion for others. Fern was a disciplined self-starter who volunteered for many activities in the community. Applicants must write an essay on what they have accomplished with a disciplined life.
2024 recipient - Avery Setlock
2023 recipient - Eva Brauer
2022 recipient - Angelina White
2021 recipient - Ella Bubeck
The Sultan F. Khan Memorial Scholarship was established by the colleagues, patients, and friends of Dr. Sultan F. Khan in 2011. A $500.00 scholarship award is presented to the student who has declared a major which will prepare them for entry into the medical field or who plans to have a career in the healthcare field. Applicant must demonstrate financial need, commitment to the community, and academic excellence.
2024 recipient - Nathan Yackenchick
2023 recipient - Courtney Marks
2022 recipient - Allyson Weachock
2021 recipient - Holly Putlock
The Captain Jason B. Jones Memorial Scholarship is a $1,000.00 award established to honor the legacy of Jason Jones, BMHS Class of 2003, USMA, Class of 2007, Green Beret, 3rd Group Special Forces, U.S. Army. Captain Jones was tragically killed in the line of duty during a special operation in Afghanistan on June 2, 2014. One award will be given to a male or female Blue Mountain graduate who aspires to serve our country through military service. Preference will be given to a graduate who has been accepted to a Service Academy, or who will serve with the military in connection with a pursuit of higher education through an ROTC or similar program. Applicants must exhibit the strong moral character of a Green Beret. The selection will also be based on commitment to the military, grade point average, leadership qualities, adaptability, and empathy towards others.
2024 recipient - Jackson Lechleitner
2023 recipient - Leigh-Anne Minnick
2021 recipient - Colin Phipps
The Business Leaders of Blue Mountain Scholarship Award is a $1,000.00 award established by businesses and individuals to assist students pursuing a degree in the field(s) of Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance/Accounting, Marketing, or other related areas. Applicants must demonstrate community and school involvement through clubs/organizations, participate in sports and/or extracurricular activities, and maintain a GPA (grade point average) of 3.5 or higher. Applicants must write an essay describing how their involvement in their community or organizations will help them succeed in the business world. Please use the STARR method when answering the prompt:
S: Situation - what was happening
T: Task - what did you need to do in the situation?
A: Action - what specific action did you take to solve?
R: Result - what was the result of your action?
R: Reflection - what did you learn from this situation?
2024 recipient - Mackenzie Romig
The following scholarship awards are pre-selected; therefore, students CANNOT apply for these:
The Anna Setlock Memorial Award established by Dr. & Mrs. Walter Setlock and friends and family of Anna Setlock, is a $500.00 scholarship awarded annually to the Blue Mountain Female scholar-athlete.
2024 recipient - Bethany Stein
2023 recipient - Aspen Weizer
2022 recipient - Olivia Haas
2021 recipient - Lauren Gumaer
The Ravitz Family Award for Outstanding Scholar-Athlete was established by the friends and family of Dr. & Mrs. Gerry Ravitz to honor their years of service to the Eagle Foundation. Two $1,000.00 scholarships are awarded annually to outstanding male and female student athletes as determined by coaches' recommendations, academic achievement, leadership abilities, and athletic achievement.
2024 recipients - Elle Walasavage (girls' softball) & Ryan Mundy (boys' soccer)
2023 recipients - Hannah Magdeburg (girls' swimming) & Carson Kerstetter (football/boys' basketball)
2022 recipients - Olivia Haas (girls' track & field) & Kade Henninger (boys' basketball)
2021 recipients - Myah Conway (girls' volleyball) & Shane Martin (football)
Celebratory and Memorial Contributions can be made in honor of others to any of the scholarship funds. For more information on the funds, or to establish a fund, please contact the Eagle Foundation at bmeaglefoundation@gmail.com.
Planned Giving
Many of you have supported our efforts by purchasing tickets or by donating to our organization, but you may not realize that there are ways to maximize your contributions, plan your estate, and help fund the Eagle Foundation’s endowment, thus making a lasting impact on the future success of Blue Mountain students. Please explore these possibilities by contacting the Blue Mountain Eagle Foundation at bmeaglefoundation@gmail.com.