Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
● Be a graduating senior at Chagrin Falls High School.
● Be a current Chagrin Falls Booster Club member (or be part of a family membership).
● Have participated in at least one Chagrin Falls athletic program for a minimum of two seasons.
● Be in good academic and disciplinary standing.
● Complete the Booster Club scholarship application and submit the required personal reflection.
● Be available for an interview if selected as a finalist.
Scholarship Selection Criteria
The Scholarship Committee will consider:
● Athletic participation, commitment, and sportsmanship
● Leadership and positive impact on teammates and the Chagrin Falls community
● Character, integrity, and work ethic
● Academic achievement and commitment to personal growth
● School and community involvement
● The quality and authenticity of the applicant’s personal reflection
● Alignment with the scholarship category selected
Scholarship Award Information
● The Chagrin Falls Booster Club Scholarship Committee determines the number of scholarships awarded each year based on the applicant pool and available funding.
● Scholarship recipients will be recognized at the annual Chagrin Falls High School Scholarship Awards Ceremony.
● Scholarship checks will be presented at the Scholarship Awards Ceremony and must be deposited or cashed within 90 days of the issue date. Any uncashed checks after 90 days may be considered forfeited.
Below is information on the different scholarships offered including the suggested essay prompt.
The Scholarship Committee reserves the right not to award a scholarship in any/all categories.
The Scholarship Committee may adjust the number, amount, and category of scholarships awarded each year.
Applicants may apply for only ONE scholarship category. The Scholarship Committee reserves the right to consider an applicant for a different scholarship if it better
reflects the applicant’s experiences and qualifications.
1. Chagrin Falls Booster Club Athletic Scholarship
Description
Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated commitment, leadership, sportsmanship, and excellence through participation in Chagrin Falls athletics while balancing academics and involvement beyond the playing field.
Reflection Prompt (2 options - pick 1)
Every athlete has a journey. Reflect on your athletic career at Chagrin Falls and describe a challenge, setback, or defining moment that helped shape who you are today. Explain how participating in athletics influenced your character, leadership, work ethic, and future goals.
Or
Leadership is often measured by impact rather than titles. Describe how you influenced your teammates, classmates, or coaches during your time at Chagrin Falls. Share an example of when your leadership made a difference and explain how you will continue leading in college, the workforce, or your community.
2. Lenny May & Coach Q Tiger Pride Scholarship
Description
This scholarship honors the legacy of Lenny May and the current leadership of Coach Q, who both show an unwavering dedication to Chagrin Falls athletics, students, and the community. It recognizes a student who embodies service, school pride, and a commitment to making Chagrin Falls stronger.
Reflection Prompt
Strong communities, like Chagrin Falls, are built by people who give back. Describe how your experiences as a Chagrin Falls student-athlete have inspired you to serve others. How do you plan to continue supporting your community, your teammates, or future generations after graduation? What does being a “Once a Tiger, always a Tiger” mean to you?
3. Glenn Bomback Scholarship
Description
Awarded to a student pursuing a skilled trade through Excel TECC or another technical education program while demonstrating dedication, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
Reflection Prompt
Describe your journey toward pursuing a skilled trade. What inspired your career choice, what experiences have prepared you for this profession, and how has your time at Chagrin Falls and/or Excel TECC helped shape your future? Explain how receiving this scholarship will help you continue building your career.
4. Tiger Entrepreneur Scholarship
Description
Awarded to a student-athlete who demonstrates creativity, initiative, and an entrepreneurial mindset by developing or pursuing a business idea.
Reflection Prompt
Tell us about a business you have started or hope to start. Describe the product, service, or opportunity you see, why you believe it could be successful, and how participating in athletics has prepared you to become an entrepreneur. If your business already exists, share what you’ve learned so far. If it is still an idea, explain your plan for bringing it to life.