2026 Scholarship Recipients

This spring, 11 Batavia students were each honored with scholarships from the Batavia Foundation for Educational Excellence on behalf of Dt. Stephanie Pace Marshall, Thomas L. Schmitz, William Freiburger, Molly Mae Vance, Michael A. Bonifas, Matthew J Nena, Bulldog Legacy Award and Future Creative Professionals Scholarship. Scholarships were awarded based on community service, school related activities, and academic status.

Dr. Stephanie Pace Marshall Scholarship - $2,000

Scholarship Winner: Isabel Wit

Awarded to a student pursuing a service-based career at a trade school, community college or 4-year college/university.

Matthew J. Nena Memorial Scholarship - $1,000

Scholarship Winners: Wynne Tien and Dylan Wells

The scholarship is designed to honor college bound graduating seniors who have overcome a difficult situation in their life either academically, athletically, or personally.

Thomas L. Schmitz Scholarship - $1,000

Scholarship Winner: Shailee Rogers

Awarded to a student who appreciates this community and will make an effort to also give back.

William Freiburger Scholarship - $2,000 each

Scholarship Winners: Kasey Hubert, Nya Shoaf and Mia Tarmichael

Awarded to a student who embodied William’s love for others and serving community.

Molly Mae Vance Scholarship - $1,000

Scholarship Winner: Madeline Weis

Awarded to a student who exemplifies Molly’s desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others. 

Michael Arthur Bonifas Scholarship - $1,500

Scholarship Winner: Temani Mitchell

Awarded to a first generation college student.

Bulldog Legacy Award - $1,000

Scholarship Winner: Steven Bannos

Awarded to a Batavia High School football player with an exceptional work ethic.

Future Creative Professionals Scholarship - $500

Scholarship Winner: Paisley Rojas

Awarded to a graduating BHS student involved with the BHS art and media community.