2026 Scholarship Recipients
This spring, 9 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, and Bulldog Legacy Award. 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 pursuing a degree in public service.
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.