In 1986, the Fairview Park Education Foundation established its first scholarship. Since then, we have been awarding scholarships to outstanding Fairview High School seniors.
This year, the Foundation proudly awards the following 26 scholarships totaling $30.000 and 8 Polaris Trade Grants totaling $4,800:
Fairview Park Education Foundation’s 2026 Scholarship Recipients:
Dr. John Babel Memorial Scholarship — Established in 2016 in honor of the 3rd Superintendent of the Fairview Park City Schools. Dr. Babel was born in upstate New York, and upon his high school graduation, he was intent on staying on the family farm. His father encouraged him to continue schooling, pursuing a teaching certificate and later a master’s degree. He was the first in his family to attain a college degree and continued to complete his Ph.D. from The Ohio State University. He taught at Cleveland State University for 25 years and was a member of the Rotary Club for over 35 years. Dr. Babel’s life was changed by those in education, and he believed in the value of lifelong learning.
The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a senior pursuing a career in education.
This year’s recipient is Lillian Cepulo
Lillian plans to attend Bowling Green State University to major in Music Education. She has a 3.3 grade point average. She spent many hours performing on the stage at FHS with Stagecrafters, Scarlet Singers, and Chorale. She was a member of International Thespian Troupe 8671 during her junior and senior years and served as president during her senior year. Lillian served as the librarian for the Scarlet Singers and Chorale her junior year and as vice president of these choirs her senior year. She was a three-year member of the Gay Straight Alliance and co-president during her junior and senior years. Lillian participated in Sources of Strength during her sophomore and junior years and in Westshore Young Leaders for three years. She was on the bowling team her senior year. Lillian’s long-term goal is to work at a public school as a choral teacher. She hopes to earn a master’s in musical education and would love to direct local shows and teach private music lessons.
Frank W. Barr Memorial Scholarship — Established in 1990 in honor of the 2nd Superintendent of the Fairview Park City Schools, who served from 1964 to 1979. Dr. Barr was a member of many professional educational organizations as well as many community groups.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to a senior pursuing a humanities or liberal arts major at a college or university.
This year’s recipient is Leo Feagler
Leo will pursue a degree in film and history at Toronto Metropolitan University. He graduates with a 4.1 grade point average. Leo was a part of Stagecrafters and Thespian Society all four years of high school and performed in many shows. He served as the Thespian Troupe vice president in his senior year. He was a member of the academic team throughout high school and served as the president from his sophomore through senior year. In addition to being a member of the Gay-Straight Alliance from his sophomore to senior year, he served as the co-president in his senior year. Leo was a four-year member of the band and participated in the marching band. Outside of school, Leo has been involved in Scouting USA, where he enjoyed camping, volunteering for service projects, and held several leadership positions. In addition, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout and completed the Philmont Trek. Leo would like to become a film director and create movies or TV shows, or become a high school history teacher.
Roger Canfield Baseball Scholarship – Established in 2024 through donations from Fairview High School Alumni baseball players wanting to recognize their coach. Roger worked at the Fairview Park City Schools for thirty-eight years as a social studies/economics teacher and JV/Varsity coach in multiple sports, one being baseball. He participated as a youth advisor with the Recreation Center, providing youth coaching and summer sports clinics. He also managed the fields at Bohlken Park.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding varsity baseball athlete showing great leadership, respect, and acknowledgment for outstanding sportsmanship during their sports career. A minimum of at least two years in the sport is required, including senior year.
This year’s recipient is Burke Lowry
Burke played baseball, basketball, and football for all four years of high school and served as captain of these teams. A highlight of his athletic career was when the football team won Fairview’s first-ever home football playoff game. He has a 3.6 grade point average. After graduation, he plans to attend Muskingum University and major in business. Burke was a part of the Warrior Athletic Council for three years and the Key Club for one year. During his first three years of high school, he participated in Youth of Saint Angela. In the future, he envisions himself building his own innovative company that makes a positive impact on society. He hopes to travel and dreams of exploring South America and experiencing different cultures firsthand.
Mary Lou Chalfant Memorial Social Studies Scholarship — Mary Lou was a social studies teacher at Fairview High School for many years. She was an avid supporter of the Fairview High School arts programs, especially the theater department. She never missed the opportunity to attend a performance during her tenure at the high school. When she retired, the scholarship was established.
The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding social studies student pursuing a career in Social Sciences or Social Studies Education, or someone active in the theater programs at Fairview High School.
This year’s recipient is Lauren Eberly
Lauren’s involvement with Fairview High School Stagecrafters, the Fairview Park Fine Arts and Theater Association, and the Beck Center for the Arts made her the perfect candidate for this scholarship. She has also performed as a member of the Show Choir. Lauren has a 4.0 grade point average and plans to study mechanical engineering at Miami University. Her goal is to continue her research on affordable 3D printed prosthetic devices. Lauren held numerous leadership positions, including two-year Drill Team captain, Class of 2026 president her freshman and senior year, Key Club president, Polaris Satellite Ambassador, Tri-M Music Society treasurer, and National Honor Society secretary. She is also a member of the National Technical Honors Society. Lauren is a volunteer usher at the Beck Center. A proud high school moment was when she and her peers had the opportunity to present their truss bridge at the Career Technical Education showcase at the Ohio Statehouse. They constructed the bridge together in their engineering class during their junior year.
Bruce Linden Cherkala Memorial Scholarship — Established in 1991 by the Cherkala Family in memory of their son, Bruce, who graduated from Fairview High School in 1968. While at FHS, Bruce was an honor student and a letterman in football and tennis. Bruce graduated from Denison University and then Case Western Reserve School of Medicine with an M.D. degree. Bruce passed away suddenly in 1982.
This $500 scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who will pursue science or mathematics at a college or university.
This year’s recipient is Ellie Scott
Ellie is a 4.0 student who plans to pursue a degree in chemical engineering at the University of Cincinnati. Ellie participated in track and field for all four years. She was on the bowling team her freshman and sophomore year and the tennis team during her junior and senior year. Ellie did Hapkido/martial arts from her freshman year to her senior year. She volunteered with the Lakewood Charitable Assistance Corporation during her freshman and sophomore years. She has enjoyed taking Spanish and hopes to become fluent in the language.
Laura Dean Memorial Scholarship — Established in March 2001 through a bequest of funding from the estate of a former Fairview Park teacher and former Fairview High principal, Laura Dean. Ms. Dean’s teaching and administrative career in the Fairview Park City Schools began in 1929 and lasted for 45 years. Her first assignment was teaching mathematics to elementary students, and later she served as the second principal of Fairview High School. It was at her request that scholarships be given to young women pursuing a career in math.
Two $1,500 scholarships are awarded annually to deserving female graduating seniors pursuing careers in mathematics or the field of applied mathematics.
This year’s first recipient is Kaila Orengo
Kaila plans to major in mathematics at Ohio State University to become an actuary. She has a 4.5 grade point average. During her senior year, Kaila was part of the NASA Glenn Engineering Scholars Program. She was a member of the band all four years of high school and served as the band president her senior year and a section leader her sophomore through senior year. She was a member of the Tri-M Honors Music Society for four years and served as chair in her junior year. She participated in track and field all four years and cross country her freshman and sophomore years. She has been a volunteer tutor. Kaila would like to become fluent in Spanish and travel to Spanish-speaking countries.
This year’s second recipient is Isabella Varga
Isabella plans to major in civil engineering at Ohio State University. She has a 4.4 grade point average. Isabella was a member of the National Honor Society and Key Club during her junior and senior years. Isabella played volleyball all four years and basketball during her freshman year. She showcased her creativity and problem-solving skills as a member of the Yearbook Club for three years and was the editor-in-chief her senior year. She has always been passionate about art and loves projects where she can express her creativity. She feels civil engineering will be a good mix of her creativity and technical skills.
Keith Devine Family Firefighting/Criminal Justice Scholarship – Established in 2024 by Keith Devine to encourage more people to commit to giving of themselves to protect the life and property of others. Both firefighting and criminal justice are very satisfying and rewarding careers. Keith was a thirty-year Cleveland Firefighter, and his dad was a twenty-five-year Cleveland Police Officer. He realizes firsthand the importance of public service in our communities, and he wants to assist in supporting these students to become successful after graduation.
The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student pursuing a career in firefighting or criminal justice.
This year’s recipient is Emmett Buettner
Emmett will pursue a career in criminal justice at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College. As a high school athlete, Emmett was a four-year bowler and played soccer and baseball for three years. Each summer during high school, he volunteered for a week as a teen leader at Camp Kesem CWRU. Emmett would like to become a police officer and eventually enter the government as a federal investigator.
Shirley Docherty Memorial Scholarship — Established in 2013 by her children, Denise Devine and David, in memory of their mother. Shirley was a homemaker most of her life. Upon graduating from high school, she drew maps for the War Department. After the war, she was employed by NACA (a forerunner of NASA), where she worked as a graphic artist in the Aircraft Engine Research Lab.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding art student pursuing a degree in Art/Graphic Arts at a college or university.
This year’s recipient is Ella Dodd
Ella plans to study media or creative arts at Ohio University. Her passion for media stemmed from her being a part of the Yearbook Club, where she crafted her skills throughout her four years in high school and served as the co-editor-in-chief her senior year. Ella will graduate with a 4.0 grade point average. Ella was a member of the National Honor Society and served as vice president her senior year. Ella performed with the string orchestra for four years and the chamber orchestra for three years. Ella performed in two school plays and two musicals and was inducted into Thespian Troupe 8671 her senior year. She was a member of the Drill Team for three years and a captain in her senior year. Ella was a member of Key Club for her junior and senior years and played softball her first two years of high school. Ella enjoys writing and hopes to someday publish a book.
Fairview High School Class of 1973 Alumni Scholarship — Established in 2024, in honor of their 50th Fairview High School class reunion. The Alumni of the Class of 1973 generously donated the money for a scholarship to use towards the college education of future FHS graduates.
The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a senior who attended Polaris Career Center and plans to attend a college or university.
This year’s recipient is Amaya Maienknecht
Amaya took many AP courses while completing the dental assisting program at Polaris Career Center to prepare her for her pre-dental path at the University of Cincinnati. She will study biological science and plans to attend dental school. Through Polaris, she earned her Ohio Registered Dental Assistant License. She served as the Polaris Dental Assisting Class of 2026 vice president and a Polaris Career Center Ambassador her senior year. She worked as a dental assistant intern at Canepa Orthodontics the summer after her junior year and during her senior year. Amaya graduates with a 4.0 grade point average. At Fairview High School, Amaya was a member of Key Club and Warrior Athletic Council during her junior and senior years. She was a middle blocker on the volleyball team and played all four years of high school. Amaya participated in competitive dance during her freshman and sophomore years and volunteered as a dance teacher helper during her freshman through senior years. In the future, she hopes to give back to her community by providing quality dental care and helping patients regain confidence.
Fairview High School Class of 2020 Scholarship — Established in 2020 by the Fairview High School Class of 2020 After Prom Committee through a donation of funds that were set aside for the Class of 2020 to use towards their prom and after prom. Due to COVID restrictions, students were unable to have the same prom and after-prom that previous graduates enjoyed. The After Prom Committee generously donated the money for a scholarship to use towards the college education of future FHS graduates. This scholarship honors the many challenges the FHS 2020 graduates endured during their senior year.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to a well-rounded student with a hardworking spirit who has persevered through a personal obstacle during their high school career. This scholarship is awarded to a student who has a GPA of 3.0 or above and is well-rounded in school and community activities.
This year’s recipient is Christina Doudakis
Christina completed rigorous high school coursework and the EMT/Fire Training program at Polaris Career Center. Her hard work and persistence helped her obtain her Emergency Medical Technician license. She earned a 3.7 grade point average and will attend Cuyahoga County Community College to study radiography/phlebotomy to obtain her certification as a Radiologic Technologist and a Certified Phlebotomy Technician. Her long-range goal is to become a highly skilled radiographer who specializes in advanced imaging, such as CT or MRI, while utilizing her phlebotomy skills to provide comprehensive patient care. At Fairview High School, Christina participated in Stagecrafters her freshman through junior year, choir for two years, and Science Olympiad her sophomore year.
Fairview High School Class of 2023 Scholarship — Established in 2024 by the Fairview High School Class of 2023 After Prom Committee through money that remained from their class fundraising. The Alumni of the Class of 2023 generously donated the money for a scholarship to use towards the college education of future FHS graduates.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to a hardworking student with a median GPA (2.5-3.0) who has been involved in at least one high school club or activity for at least two years of their high school career, including their senior year.
This year’s recipient is Kannon Jones
Kannon is a 3.0 student who plans to attend Cleveland State University to major in exercise science/physiology to become a sports therapist or athletic trainer. Kannon played football his freshman and sophomore years and was a swimmer during his sophomore and junior years. He was on the Warrior Athletic Council during his sophomore and junior years. Kannon played trumpet in the marching band and jazz band all four years of high school and was first chair in his junior and senior years. Kannon has been involved in Young Life summer camps for the past three years.
Dorothy Graab Memorial Scholarship — Established in 2013 by the children of Donald and Janet Graab Miller in memory of their mother, Dorothy Graab. After graduating from high school, she attended Northwestern University, where she majored in chemistry and studied piano. After graduation, she joined the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), a forerunner of NASA, as a chemist at the Lewis Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Dorothy was an active volunteer in civic and community groups. She served as PTA president multiple times and was an elected Fairview Park City Schools Board of Education member, ultimately serving as president. A lifelong lover of music, Dorothy was an accomplished piano player who took great pleasure and pride over the years in supporting the Cleveland Orchestra.
The $750 scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who is active in one or more music programs but is not necessarily pursuing that at a college or university.
This year’s recipient is Matthew Bias
Matthew demonstrated his love for music as a four-year member of the marching band, and being in the jazz band and pit orchestra during his sophomore, junior, and senior years. He was the trumpet section leader in his senior year. Matthew has a 4.1 grade point average and will continue his studies at Ohio State University, where he will major in biology. After college, he wants to become a forensic scientist and hopes to work in a lab or police department. He plans to continue with music by playing or teaching. In addition to musical pursuits, Matthew participated in track and field for three years and Young Life for four years.
Judson Graab Memorial Scholarship — Established in 2013 by the children of Donald and Janet Graab Miller in memory of their father, Judson Graab. He attended Ohio Wesleyan University, where he majored in chemistry. Judson’s time at Ohio Wesleyan was interrupted by his service in the US Army during World War II. Upon his graduation from college in 1948, he joined the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA), a forerunner of NASA, as a chemist at the Lewis Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Judson remained at NASA for his entire career, serving as the longtime head of the analytical chemistry department, where he retired in 1978. Upon his retirement, Judson worked in the Fairview High School auto shop as a volunteer. Judson was also part of the team of parents who created the Fairview Park Band Boosters and established the annual Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast. His continued support of education and the Fairview Park City Schools was acknowledged by the Fairview Park Education Association with their Friend of Education Award in 1992.
The $750 scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who will pursue a degree in the sciences, preferably chemistry, at a college or university.
This year’s recipient is Colin Kay
Colin is a 4.2 student who will major in chemistry at Purdue University. He plans to go to medical school to become either a forensic pathologist or a doctor. Colin served as the student council secretary during his junior and senior years and on the Warrior Athletic Council during his senior year. He has been a member of the track and field team all four years of high school and cross country in his junior and senior years. He was on the wrestling team during his junior and senior years and served as captain. He participated in the Elevate Wrestling academy for off-season practices. In the future, he hopes to run a marathon and complete an Iron Man.
Fred J. and Betty J. Helwig Memorial Scholarship — Established in 1999 and fully funded by the Helwig children to honor their parents. The scholarships are awarded to hard-working students who demonstrate initiative, self-motivation, and a desire to succeed, even though they face life-changing obstacles they are presented with. In addition to the scholarship award, the scholarship recipient’s name will be added to a permanent plaque that hangs in the Fairview High School halls to commemorate this award.
Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded and will be renewable for up to a maximum of four years of college.
This year’s first recipient is Raven Rafferty
Raven plans to attend Cuyahoga County Community College to earn her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and eventually obtain her Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist licensure. Raven balanced her high school coursework and the Medical Professions program at Polaris Career Center. She has a 3.3 grade point average. She learned more about her career choice as an intern at the Big Creek Surgery Center and a volunteer at Fairview Hospital and hopes to work there in college. At Fairview High School, she played in the string orchestra and orchestra all four years and the chamber orchestra in her senior year. She was a member of Tri-M Music Honor Society during her senior year. She was also inducted into the National Technical Honor Society in her senior year. Raven joined the Ski and Snowboard Club in her senior year. In the future, she hopes to make a positive impact in her career and community.
This year’s second recipient is Kailyn Cornell
After graduation, Kailyn will attend Miami University and plans to major in nursing and then continue her studies to become a nurse practitioner. Kailyn had a 4.2 grade point average. She was a four-year member of the orchestra and the cello section leader in her senior year. She was a member of Key Club, her sophomore through senior year and National Honor Society her junior and senior year. Kailyn participated in track during her junior and senior years and became a varsity cross country runner her senior year. She did competitive dance during her freshman and sophomore year, and FHS Drill Team during her sophomore year through senior year. She became a Drill Team captain in her senior year. She hopes to travel to various countries to learn about other people’s experiences and become fluent in French.
Harold L. Hom Memorial Scholarship —Established in 2022 by the Hom Family in memory of Harold L. Hom, who passed away on September 5, 2022. Harold was a graduate of the FHS Class of 1980. He attended The Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University School of Law. He was an active citizen in the Fairview Park community. He volunteered for and supported numerous organizations in Fairview, including the Fairview Park Education Foundation, Fairview Park Youth Association, the Fairview Alumni Association, the Fairview Summerfest Committee, and the Fairview Park Senior Center. He was the 2023 Fairview Park Citizen of the Year. He was also active with Fairview High School by volunteering at career fairs, the FHS After Prom Committee, coaching mock trials, hosting homecoming float building for his children’s high school classes, and volunteering at the Fairview Track and Field Relays. He firmly believed that an individual could make a positive impact on the community and always wanted to do what he could to help future generations.
The $1000 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding graduating senior who has academic achievements, as well as community and school participation, and will be attending higher education. They show the capacity to make an outstanding contribution and impact on their community.
This year’s recipient is Cody Weise
Cody is a 4.2 student who has been involved in his community and school. Cody has been a monthly Cambodian American Buddhist volunteer all four years of high school. He has participated in community service through Key Club from his sophomore year through senior year. Cody has demonstrated leadership as a swim team captain, orchestra president, and co-founder and president of the Fiddle Club. He has also been involved in the National Honor Society. In addition to being a four-year swimmer and two-year MVP, Cody played football in his first and second year of high school and ran track all four years of high school. Cody plans to major in mechanical engineering at Ohio State University. His professional goal is to work in an industry where he can help others and develop a system that makes everyday life better. Cody gained hands-on engineering experience as a summer intern at Swagelock. He wants to travel the world and experience different cultures by trying new foods, learning new languages, and understanding different traditions.
Harold L. Hom Memorial Scholarship (Fairview Park Education Foundation) Established in 2022 by the Fairview Park Education Foundation in memory of Harold L. Hom, a husband, father, and friend to many. Harold was a graduate of the FHS Class of 1980. He attended The Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University School of Law. He was an active citizen in the Fairview Park community. He volunteered for and supported numerous organizations in Fairview, including the Fairview Park Education Foundation, Fairview Park Youth Association, the Fairview Alumni Association, the Fairview Summerfest Committee, and the Fairview Park Senior Center. He was the 2023 Fairview Park Citizen of the Year. He was also active with Fairview High School by volunteering at career fairs, the FHS After Prom Committee, coaching mock trials, hosting homecoming float building for his children’s high school classes, and volunteering at the Fairview Track and Field Relays. He firmly believed that an individual could make a positive impact on the community and always wanted to do what he could to help future generations.
The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a student who actively contributes to the betterment of their community through volunteerism, acts of kindness, and participation in organizations or clubs that promote leadership, kindness, selflessness, and devotion to helping others.
This year’s recipient is Kwaw Yankey
Kwaw participated in numerous activities throughout high school and has contributed to the betterment of his community through them. Kwaw was actively involved in the student council and served as the vice president his freshman year, president his sophomore and junior year, and representative his senior year. He was a member of the orchestra all four years and served as a representative and section leader. He was in the National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, and Tri-M Music Honor Society. Kwaw participated in Sources of Strength for two years. He has volunteered through Key Club and served as the Media Team Visual Leader and a tutor at his church weekly through all four years of high school. Kwaw was a multi-sport athlete participating in golf his freshman year, soccer his sophomore through senior year, and cross country, basketball, and track and field all four years. Kwaw has earned a 3.8 grade point average and will attend Ohio State University to study kinesiology with the long-term goal of becoming a physical therapist working with athletes to recover from injuries and return to their sport safely and confidently. He also wants to continue growing as a leader and stay involved in his community through service and mentorship.
Robert V. and Rose T. Kundmueller Memorial Scholarship — Established originally as the Robert V. Kundmueller Memorial Scholarship in 1990 by the Kundmueller Family in memory of their father, Bob. The scholarship is also in memory of their mother, Rose, who passed away on November 14, 2014.
Bob and Rose became residents of Fairview Park as newlyweds in 1955, raising six children who all graduated from Fairview High School. Bob was a local Fairview Park business owner for many years.
Bob was the Fairview Park Education Foundation’s founding treasurer and trustee, a member of numerous civic organizations, and the 1987 Fairview Park Citizen of the Year recipient. Rose was actively involved in the PTA, and both were strong advocates and supporters of the Fairview Park City Schools.
The scholarship is funded on behalf of the proceeds totaling $108,000 from the Robert V. Kundmueller Memorial Golf Tournament. This was the Foundation’s first annual fundraiser that occurred for 18 years.
The scholarship for $3,000 is awarded to a student showing outstanding academic achievement, as well as community and school participation.
This year’s recipient is Ryan Christ
Ryan has excelled in the classroom with a 4.4 grade point average and participated in his school and community. Ryan ran cross country and track all four years of high school and was a track captain in his senior year. He played soccer in his senior year and did three years of Ski and Snowboard Club. Ryan has held leadership roles as a three-year vice president of Student Council and the president of the National Honor Society in his senior year. He has participated in his community through NHS, Key Club, and volunteered each month at the Cleveland Food Bank during his junior and senior years. Ryan plans to major in aerospace engineering at Ohio State University and then plans to get a master’s degree in business administration. He hopes to open his own engineering firm and innovate new technologies. Ryan has been an Engineering Student Ambassador and member of the National Technical Honor Society. He hopes to master Spanish, learn more languages, and explore the world as much as possible, especially Italy.
Lewis F. Mayer Memorial Scholarship – Established in 1986 in memory of Lewis F. Mayer. He was the first superintendent of the Fairview Park City Schools, serving from 1921 to 1964. Mr. Mayer was a humanitarian of Fairview Park, an educator, and a principal in the Fairview Park City Schools.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding senior who will be pursuing a career in the humanities.
This year’s recipient is Lily Brondos
As a humanities major studying English, Lily will attend Baldwin Wallace University and hopes to become a journalist or English professor. She has earned a 3.9 grade point average. She was on the Academic Team her sophomore and junior year and Ski and Snowboard Club her freshman, sophomore, and junior year. Lily wants to become more skilled at both writing and art.
Richard C. and Louise K. Nickerson Memorial Scholarship — Established in 2019 through a bequest of funding from the estate of Louise K. Nickerson. Ms. Nickerson worked her entire life and was successful at a job she loved, even though she did not attend college. However, during her adult life, she realized the importance of higher education, and thus her request to help provide financial aid to students attending college.
Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded to students who have shown outstanding overall academic/community, and school achievement. These scholarships will be awarded to students attending either a two-year or four-year college.
This year’s first recipient is Maura Gillis
Maura is a well-rounded student with a 4.2 grade point average who will attend Ohio State University to study communications/public relations. Maura was a student council representative her first year of high school and served as vice president her sophomore through senior year. She has performed as a member of the string and full orchestra freshman through senior year, and chamber orchestra her sophomore through senior year, and served on the orchestra council her junior year. Maura is a three-year Key Club member and a member of the National Honor Society during her junior and senior years. She ran track all four years of high school and cross country her junior and senior years. She participated in the Warrior Athletic Council her senior year. Maura was an ensemble member and volunteer at Near West Theater her freshman year, and volunteered with House of Champions, a nonprofit afterschool program, her junior and senior years. As a young professional, she hopes to find a position that allows her to demonstrate and exercise her creativity while making an impact on her community.
This year’s second recipient is Bryce Ries
Bryce is a dedicated student-athlete and volunteer who plans to attend John Carroll University to study finance and minor in computer science. He has a 3.9 grade point average. Bryce ran track and cross country all four years of high school and earned numerous awards for both, including Most Valuable Player. He was a three-time regional qualifier in cross country and a state qualifier his senior year. In track and field, he was a Nike Outdoor Nationals qualifier in the 4 X mile relay his freshman year, an Ohio regional qualifier his sophomore year, and an Indoor Track and Field qualifier his sophomore year. He was a captain in both sports during his junior and senior years. Bryce could also be found in the community volunteering with running activities and events such as Gilles Sweet Turkey Trot, track meets, and running club, and other activities such as Earth Day clean up, safety town, senior citizen luncheon, and senior citizen prom. Bryce was a three-year member of the Warrior Athletic Council and a two-year member of Key Club and National Honor Society. Bryce will be running cross country and track at the collegiate level and wants to be a lifelong learner and travel to other countries to experience different cultures.
Timothy Stanton Family Scholarship — Established in 2026 by the Timothy Stanton family. The Stanton family has been residents of Fairview Park for more than 35 years, during which they raised three children who all graduated from Fairview High School. Their commitment to volunteerism is evident through their consistent engagement with multiple community organizations, as well as their steadfast advocacy and support for Fairview Park City Schools. Tim Stanton notably served on the Fairview Park Education Foundation, holding the position of trustee for six years, one of which was as the president.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to a well-rounded student with a hard-working spirit who makes meaningful contributions to their community. Recipients should actively participate in volunteer activities and organizations or clubs that support leadership, selflessness, and a commitment to serving others.
This year’s recipient is Christopher Dicken
Christopher was a member of Key Club in his junior and senior years and a Youth Challenge volunteer in his freshman and sophomore years. He volunteered with Safety Town for three years in high school. Christopher displayed his leadership skills as a soccer captain in his senior year. In addition to being a four-year soccer player, he participated in track and field in his senior year and hit the slopes as part of the Ski and Snowboard Club in his freshman and sophomore years. Christopher demonstrated his hard-working spirit when he started his own landscaping business that has beautified homes in our community. Christopher plans to major in civil engineering at the University of Cincinnati. He has a 3.6 grade point average. He would love to have a job where he is hands-on and he can create.
Richard Stuewe Memorial Scholarship (Fairview Park Education Foundation) – Established in 2019 by the Fairview Park Education Foundation in memory of Richard Stuewe. He was a graduate of Fairview High School and a teacher, counselor, and coach in the Fairview Park City Schools. He was an honored member of the Fairview Park Education Foundation and many other Fairview Park organizations.
The scholarship for $1,000 is awarded to a student showing outstanding academic achievement, as well as community and school participation.
This year’s recipient is Corbin Berger
After graduation, Corbin plans to study chemical engineering at Ohio State University. He has a 4.3 grade point average. Corbin played the trumpet in the marching band all four years and served as vice president and a section leader. He was a four-year member of the golf and bowling teams and the bowling captain his senior year. Corbin played tennis during his junior and senior years. Corbin participated in volunteer opportunities during his three years in Key Club and as a tennis and pickleball instructor his senior year. He was a member of the National Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society during his junior and senior years. He received the Polaris Career Center Engineering Award. He wants to participate in community service or mission projects and use his engineering skills to help underdeveloped countries. He also wishes to continue to participate in sports through volunteering or coaching students in the community.
Richard Stuewe Memorial Scholarship (Alumni Hall of Fame) Originally established in 2015 by the Alumni Hall of Fame and renamed in 2019 in memory of Richard Stuewe. He was a friend of many, a colleague, and a Fairview High School alumnus. The Alumni Hall of Fame committee, every three years, honors three groups from the Fairview Park City Schools: distinguished alumni, outstanding former athletes, and exceptional (retired) faculty members.
The $500 scholarship is awarded to a senior who is pursuing a degree in the field of education.
This year’s recipient is Josephine Bobko
Josephine played basketball during her freshman year and junior high school and played volleyball all four years of high school. Josephine has a 4.2 grade point average. She will attend the University of Cincinnati and study biology to become a wildlife biologist or an exotic vet tech. Josephine was a three-year member of the student council, a two-year member of the National Honor Society, and participated in the Warrior Athletic Council her senior year. Outside of school, she volunteered with YOSA for three years and House of Champions during her junior and senior years. Through school, she volunteered with Key Club for three years. After obtaining her degree, she hopes to travel to countries to help treat exotic animals.
Debbie Tidwell Memorial Scholarship (Fairview Park Education Foundation) Established in 2022 by the Fairview Park Education Foundation in memory of Debbie Tidwell, a wife, mother, and friend to many. Debbie was a true education advocate for children in Fairview Park, as well as in the State of Ohio. She was an active PTA member in our local Fairview Park, as well as at the State of Ohio and National PTA levels. She served as president of our Fairview Park PTA and held many other positions during her numerous PTA years. In addition, she served on the State and National PTA boards and was the Ohio PTA President. She also served as a member of the Fairview Park City Schools Board of Education. She was an honored member of the Fairview Park Education Foundation and many other Fairview Park organizations.
The $1,000 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding male/female varsity soccer athlete showing great leadership, respect, and acknowledgment for outstanding sportsmanship during their sports career. Community service and volunteerism are a plus when applying for this scholarship.
This year’s recipient is Molly Koczur
Molly is a four-year varsity soccer player, senior year soccer captain, and coached younger Fairview Park Soccer Association players for two summers, which developed a strong relationship between the youth and high school team. Molly earned the CVC Metro Conference Girls Soccer MVP. In addition to soccer, Molly was a varsity runner on the track team all four years and a member of the bowling team for three years. She was on the Warrior Athletic Council in her junior year. She served on the student council as the treasurer for four years. Molly volunteered in her community with Key Club for four years. In her first two years of high school, she was part of Stagecrafters and the Fairview Park Fine Arts and Theater Association. She earned a 4.4 grade point average and plans to major in marketing and minor in data analytics at Miami University. She wants to study abroad at Miami’s Luxembourg campus and utilize her AP French while immersing herself in the culture. She hopes to continue with soccer by coaching youth soccer in a positive yet competitive environment.
The 2026 FHS/Polaris Trade Grant Recipients
Polaris Fairview High School Senior Trade Students Grant Program– Established in 2024 by the Alumni of the Fairview High School Classes of 1971, 1973, and 1982. A grant opportunity was established to promote and support Fairview High School graduating seniors who are pursuing a career in Welding, Precision CNC Machining, HVAC/R, Construction, and Automotive work. This financial award will also encourage and stimulate interest in these careers and make an important contribution to the local economy. The money will be used to purchase a significant component of their career that will aid in their success after graduation. Fairview High School Class of 1971, Class of 1973, Class of 1982 Memorial, the Fairview Park Youth Association, and the Kiwanis Club of Fairview Park support this grant program. Through their fundraising efforts, we were able to purchase $600 worth of equipment for each student.
2026 Polaris trade grant recipients were recognized along with Tammy Bertrand (1982), Dan Sewell (1973), Mike Becjek and Graham Codney (Fairview Park Youth Association), Gail Glamm (1973), Anne Cornelius (Kiwanis Club of Fairview Park), FHS alumni Mark Summers (1971), and Julie McGarey (Polaris Career Center)
AUTOMOTIVE
Carter Scanlon – Automotive
Carter received specifically chosen automotive equipment such as socket sets, tap and die sets, an electric torque wrench, a headlamp, multiple pliers, and much more.
Ben Tidmore – Automotive
Ben received specifically chosen automotive equipment such as socket sets, tap and die sets, an electric torque wrench, a headlamp, multiple pliers, and much more.
WELDING
Toby Gabel – Welding
Toby received a Lincoln Electric welding helmet, a face shield, a welding jacket, a welder’s backpack, a respirator, and multiple pairs of welder’s gloves.
Roman Ristagno – Welding
Toby received a Lincoln Electric welding helmet, a face shield, a welding jacket, a welder’s backpack, a respirator, and multiple pairs of welder’s gloves.
John Weeber – Welding
Toby received a Lincoln Electric welding helmet, a face shield, a welding jacket, a welder’s backpack, a respirator, and multiple pairs of welders’ gloves.
HVAC
Temani Williams – HVAC
Temani received a wireless charge and air test kit.
PRECISION CNC MACHINING
Chase Sherlock – Precision CNC Machining
Chase received a micrometer, a dial caliper, multiple measuring devices, a scribe tool, a crescent wrench, an edge finder, and an end mill.
CONSTRUCTION
Tristan Mance – Construction
Tristan received a Dewalt multitool cordless kit (including 2 drills and 2 saws), a level, crimpers/cutters/pliers, drill bits, stud finder, tape measure, and chalk reel.