Welcome to Holy Name, Class of 2029!

Patrick and Mary Lee Gorbett Scholarship

Established in 2023 by Patrick ’71 and Mary Lee Gorbett, this scholarship was created to provide financial support for those families seeking a Catholic education at Holy Name High School. Patrick is a graduate of Holy Name, as are many of his relatives, and came from a large family of nine. Patrick and Mary Lee highly value the gift of a Holy Name education and understand how expensive a Catholic education can be with a larger family. This scholarship is intended for students who demonstrate a commitment to the ideals of Holy Name and the triple threat of mind, body, and spirit. The Patrick ’71 and Mary Lee Gorbett Scholarship will give first consideration to families with three or more children in elementary and/or high school. 

Applicant Criteria:

1. The scholarship is open to incoming freshmen.
2. The applicant must demonstrate financial need. Therefore, families must complete the FACTS form to allow Holy Name to make data-driven award decisions based on financial need.
3. Preference will be given to a student who comes from a family of three children or more under 18 years of age residing in the home.  However, all students in the class of 2029 may apply.  
4. Preference will be given to a student whose parent is a teacher.  However, all students in the class of 2029 may apply.  
5. The applicant must be in good academic standing and of good character working to the best of his/her ability, demonstrated by maintaining at least a 2.00 GPA.
6. The scholarship recipient will demonstrate an ongoing interest in extracurricular activities during his/her tenure. If a recipient decides to stop participating in extracurricular activities at any time during his/her tenure at HN, the scholarship could be forfeited.
7. The scholarship is renewable for all four years for the student.

The application is to be accompanied by an essay of 500 words or less, answering the following question:

Explain the extracurriculars that you are involved in currently. Why do you enjoy these activities? Then, share with the committee how your family has shaped and influenced your participation. Give us an example of how your family supports your particular interests, whether by attending your sporting events, ceremonies, or other extracurricular activities or traditions. 

Application Deadline: Friday, March 28th, 2025 at 11:59 PM

The Angel Scholarship application process is open to all students at Holy Name. Scholarships are awarded based on family financial need. Completion of the Angel Scholarship application does not guarantee a scholarship award as funding is limited and demand may outweigh available funds.
 
One Angel Scholarship Fund application must be filled out per student. If a family has multiple students at Holy Name, please submit an application for each student. 
 
Angel Scholarship applications must be submitted by April 30, 2025.
 
Additionally, your family must have a completed FACTS financial aid application on file for Angel Scholarship consideration by April 30, 2025.
 
If you have questions about Angel Scholarship, please reach out to President Mrs. Shelbrey Blanc '95 at [email protected], or at 440-886-0300 ext. 122.
 

CHALTA Sprungle Memorial Scholarship Application

The Cleveland High School And Academy Lay Teachers Association (CHALTA)
believes in Catholic education and the values which that system inspires. CHALTA desires that
as many people as possible within the Diocese of Cleveland participate in that education and its
benefits. Therefore, CHALTA is offering two $500 scholarships to incoming ninth graders at
each of the Diocesan owned Catholic high schools. CHALTA will base the selection of the students on their Academic Achievement, completion of the school selection statement, and a reference letter.
The deadline for submission of the listed items below is Friday, April 11, 2025. The
winners will be notified by letter by Friday, June 6, 2025.

Please include all of the following in one envelope:
1. This application (If you need additional space for your response, please enclose an
additional sheet.)
2. A letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, principal, or parish priest.
3. A copy of your most recent Eighth Grade Report Card.

Applications should be mailed back to Holy Name High School, Attn. Mrs. Kathryn Lechler, 6000 Queens Hwy. Parma Heights, OH 44130. 

Class of ’57 Scholarship Application 

Patrons of the class of 1957, who came from many Catholic elementary schools, including Holy Name Elementary, established the Class of 1957 Scholarship Fund on September 16, 2007 during their 50th reunion, under the coordination of Joseph F. ’57 and Elaine M. Swyt. It is their intention through this fund to proclaim their faith to Holy Name by offering financial support to deserving students, so that they can carry on its rich tradition and spirit. Applicants must be current eighth graders at Catholic grade schools who will be incoming freshmen at Holy Name during the following school year. One (1) $1,000 non-renewable scholarship is awarded per class.

 

The Greater Cleveland Scholarship Application

The Greater Cleveland Scholarship for the urban student at Holy Name High School was established in 2022 by an anonymous Holy Name alumnus. It is his desire to broaden the availability for financially underprivileged and academically qualified students with a college preparatory, morally sound education who would otherwise have a limited choice in furthering their education. This endowed scholarship is also in appreciation and recognition of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati. The alumnus credits much of his success and life achievements to the care and guidance he received as a student. Applicants may be current eighth graders who will be incoming freshmen at Holy Name in the 2025-2026 school year. Numerous awards of varying amounts will be awarded for the 2025-2026 school year.
 

Richard Koenig Memorial Scholarship Application

Established in 2016, the Richard Koenig Memorial Scholarship was created to honor the memory of Rick Koenig, who passed away in 2015. Rick was a loving husband to his wife, Deidre (Dee Dee) Maloney ’81 Koenig, and a devoted father to his three children, Ricky ’05, Ryan ’10 and Rachael ’14. He loved watching and cheering on his children and their teammates as they competed in wrestling, football and volleyball for the Green Wave. Rick epitomized what it means to be a ‘family man,’ and will forever be remembered for the love and respect he had for all those who were lucky to call him a friend. Applicants must be current eighth graders who will be incoming freshmen at Holy Name during the following school year. Two (1) $1,000 non-renewable scholarships are awarded per class.

BERNARD AND ANNA KILCOYNE SCHOLARSHIP 

The Bernard and Anna Kilcoyne Scholarship was established in 1989 and helps those Holy Name High School students who demonstrate a significant financial need. The minimum grant to be awarded will be a renewable $750 scholarship.

Grants will be awarded in the following priority: First, to the direct descendants of Bernard and Anna Kilcoyne, and second, to four non-family members, one each in grades nine, ten, eleven, and twelve at Holy Name High School. In this provision, the recipients will be determined by the Principal or President of Holy Name High School.