Congratulations,
Landon Pokrinchak,
the 2024 Harcourt Scholarship recipient!
Thank you, Carl Dunham, Jr. for your years of dedication to the John Pettibone Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Carl joined our board in 1973.
We will miss you dearly and appreciate all that you’ve done for our community.
Please read more about Carl at
Candlelight Farms.
Helping students achieve their educational goals of an advanced degree.
The John Pettibone Memorial Scholarship Fund upholds John Pettibone’s principle that all deserving high school students be given the opportunity of higher education by providing scholarships and loans to those who might not otherwise have the means to obtain an advanced degree. The JPMSF Board of Trustees works to develop funds and awards over $60,000 in need-based scholarships each year. Our scholarships help eligible New Milford college and trade school-bound students achieve their educational goals.
$2,260,150 awarded in scholarships since 1949.
Applications Now Closed
The John Pettibone Memorial Scholarship Fund, Inc. scholarship is only available online.
Online applications are password-protected. Passwords are available through the NMHS’s Career Center.
All graduating New Milford High School students eligible for college, an associate’s degree, or a trade school are encouraged to apply.
Make a Donation
Scholarship funds are raised through individual and business contributions, as well as from our endowment fund.
As a 501(c)(3), all donations are tax-deductible. In addition to private donations, we work with local foundations, including the Ellen Knowles Harcourt Foundation to screen applicants and award scholarships on their behalf.
All donations go towards awards that help eligible college and trade-school-bound students achieve their goals of higher education.
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Become a Partner
The JPMSF can also act as a selection committee on behalf of local businesses and individuals that would like to support a student or honor someone's memory. Ongoing scholarships include the memories of Tim Conn and Mike LePage. Businesses and individuals that donate over $1000 can get recognition at New Milford High School's Scholarship Night.
A Renowned Leader
The John Pettibone Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 1949 as an honor to New Milford’s first Superintendent of Schools, John Pettibone. Between 1902 and 1944, John Pettibone led New Milford’s educational system with a vision, a mission, and a deep personal interest in the fullest development of the abilities of every student. During his tenure as a teacher, principal, and Superintendent of schools he demanded excellence from students and expected community support of all school initiatives. His educational leadership in New Milford is renowned.
JPMSF scholarships help eligible college and trade school-bound students achieve their goals.
Contact Us
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
johnpettibonescholar@gmail.com
Phone
Give us a call!