Class of 2026 - We will post all scholarship information we receive in Guidance on this page and in the Guidance Class of 2026 Google Classroom. It is your responsibility to check the website or Google Classroom frequently and to meet deadlines.
Island Trees Computer Science Scholarship - due March 31, 2026
FASNY Scholarship - due March 15, 2026
ASCE Scholarship - due May 1, 2026
Retired Teachers of Island Trees Scholarship - due March 27, 2026
Daniel Fuentes Scholarship - due March 25, 2026
Walk Safe Long Island Scholarship - due May 31, 2026
Robert Keleher Foundation Scholarship - due February 15, 2026
Senator Conte Memorial Academic Scholarship & Senator Marchi Memorial Athletic Scholarship - due March 16, 2026
NCCSS Scholarship - March 19, 2026
The Board of Trustees of the New York Schools Insurance Foundation and the Board of Governors of the New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal are pleased to announce that we are once again offering the Cristin Ann Bambino, Paul Jensen and Joseph Goncalves scholarship awards for the coming year. These scholarships are for college bound students from NYSIR subscribing districts only. Criteria are outlined in the accompanying pages. A committee will review all applications, and the scholarships will be presented at our annual meeting in June.
The Cristin Ann Bambino scholarship will be awarded on a regional basis with one statewide award. Seven regional winners will receive a $3,000 award, one second prize winner will receive a $4,000 award and one statewide winner will receive a $5,000 award. The regional scholarships will be awarded locally, and the $5,000 scholarship will be given at our annual meeting in June.
The Paul Jensen scholarship will be awarded to two individuals on a statewide basis. The overall winner will receive a $5,000 award and the runner up will receive a $3,000 award. The $3,000 scholarship will be awarded locally, and the $5,000 scholarship will be given at our annual meeting in June.
The Joseph Goncalves Student Humanitarian scholarship will be awarded to two individuals on a statewide basis. The overall winner will receive a $5,000 award and the runner up will receive a $3,000 award. The $3,000 scholarship will be awarded locally, and the $5,000 scholarship will be given at our annual meeting in June.
The scholarship applications can also be downloaded from our website, www.nysir.org.
https://www.nysir.org/page/2026-scholarship-application
If you have any questions, please call Krystel Allen at 516-393-2320.
Please email all submissions and supporting documents required to kallen@nysir.org. If student is unable to email the application, please call Krystel Allen at 516-393-2320.
Submission due date is Thursday, April 2, 2026. Application must be received on or before this date.
All supporting documents must be legible and able to read/view clearly.
Please read each applications criteria carefully
May-May Leary
Aspiring Educator Scholarship
May-May Leary was a dedicated and loved teacher in the Island Trees School District. Education was an important part of her life. She inspired all students that were lucky enough to be in her class.
In a few words, write why pursuing a career in education is important to you.
Please return your response, along with your activity sheet to Mrs. Neary in Guidance by May 1st.
Thank you.
Family and Friends of May-May Leary
Family Epilepsy Scholarship - due March 15. 2026
Marco Polo Lodge Scholarship - due April 30, 2026
Island Trees Council of PTAs Scholarship - due March 31, 2026
Dante Scholarship - due to GUIDANCE March 10, 2026
Robert G. Allen Scholarship - due March 6, 2026
Teachers Federal Credit Union Scholarship - due March 6, 2026
Big I Tri-County Scholarships - due March 6. 2026
BP Community Scholarship - due March 16, 2026
Poetry Slam Scholarship - due March 1, 2026
Sparke Elementary School Scholarship - due March 19, 2026
Teen Writing Contest - due February 28, 2026
Island Trees PTSA Scholarship - due April 15, 2026
Matthew Perlungher Nassau County PAL Memorial Scholarship - due February 15. 2026
Adventureland's Helping Hands Scholarships - due July 17, 2026
Island Federal Scholarship - due April 24, 2026
Ocean Financial Federal Credit Union - Patrick McNeill Memorial Scholarship - due February 13, 2026
Hagan Scholarship - due December 1, 2025
H2M architects + engineers STEAM Scholarship Program - due March 13, 2026
Multiple $1,000 scholarships to exceptional graduating seniors within the areas of our offices who are dedicated to pursuing STEAM-related undergraduate degrees and envision a career in architecture, engineering, plumbing engineering, planning, land surveying, landscape architecture, or environmental science.
Eligibility Criteria:
Must be a graduating high school senior planning to enroll in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, or Math major. Medical and Automotive fields do not qualify.
Applicant must be applying to an accredited College or University.
Excludes H2M employees or family members of current employees.
How to Apply:
Email all required materials in a single PDF format to H2Mscholarships@h2m.com or submit via US Mail:
H2M architects + engineers- ATTN: H2M Scholarship
538 Broad Hollow Road, 4th Floor
Melville, NY 11747
Required Documents:
Personal Essay (500 words): Choose from provided themes or craft your own narrative.
Two Letters of Recommendation: From teachers or guidance counselor.
Current Resume.
High School Transcript.
Completed Application.
Deadline: March 13, 2026
For any inquiries or further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to us H2Mscholarships@h2m.com
Important Notice Regarding Required Documentation
As H2M is a corporation, we are obligated to comply with IRS regulations and corporate policies. Therefore, all recipients of the STEAM Scholarship will be required to submit certain documentation prior to the disbursement of funds. This includes:
A completed IRS Form W-9 for tax reporting purposes
A signed photo release form to allow H2M to use recipient images for promotional and recognition purposes
These documents are mandatory and must be submitted in a timely manner to ensure eligibility and processing of the scholarship award.
WE CARE Fund 2026 Owen B. Walsh High School Scholarship - due Friday, February 13, 2026
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7uyFibgtOew1eYmFxbTZDp-Tf4XbnbYeXu-acg6UGlL3aDw/viewform
Dollars for Scholars - due March 25, 2026
islandtrees.dollarsforscholars.org/index.php?section=chapterWebsite&action=main&fwID=625