Notre Dame Catholic High School currently maintains numerous scholarships. These scholarships benefit students from all walks of life.  If you would like to contribute to an existing scholarship or start up a new scholarship please contact me personally at frbill@notredame.org

Frank Carrano Memorial Scholarship Kim Wickert Donnelly
Jacob's Ladder Scholarship Jessica Miner Scholarship
Fred Moriarity Jr. Scholarship Appalachian Award
Anthony Magliocco Scholarship Charlotte Ebling
Fr. Bill Scholarship Armand R. Fabbri Award
Sr. Marion Rielly Scholarship  



On July 25, 1999, the Notre Dame community suffered a sudden loss with the death of Frank Carrano IV, a member of the Class of 1999. Frank's mark will be forever with us - from the image of his smiling face, to his outgoing personality and his positive outlook, to his ability and desire to enjoy life to its fullest. Frank will further be remembered for his love of hockey and lacrosse and as tri-captain of the 1998-99 State Championship Ice Hockey Team. Frank impacted so many lives and the memory of #66 will always be with us.

A scholarship has been established in his name and each year a graduating senior hockey player of players will receive this award. Recipients must meet the following criteria:

Has a strong desire to accomplish a goal
Has a passion to compete and win in athletic events
Has a compassion for friends
Is spirited and team oriented

Donate to the Frank Carrano Scholarship
 

Sister Marion Rielly is a former principal of Notre Dame Catholic High School.  Sister Marion began her teaching career as a biology teacher at Notre Dame in 1957.  Later, she was a guidance counselor and administrator at Notre Dame Girls High School before becoming principal of our school in 1973.  Here, with her unique ability and dedication to Christ, Sister united her faculty, parents, and students in the success of Notre Dame until her death on January 14, 1983. Sister Marion will long be remembered for her enthusiasm for work, her challenge to others, and her ability to touch the lives of so many.  After her death the Sister Marion Rielly Memorial Fund was established to honor and commemorate her life.  Each year at the final assembly in June, three Notre Dame students (a Freshmen, Sophomore and Junior) receive scholarship awards in Sister’s memory.

 The qualifications for the Sr. Marion Scholarship include the following criteria:

 
Jessica Miner, a member of the Class of 1998, died eight years ago. In her memory, her parents, Nancy and james Miner, have established a scholarship to be awarded annually to a graduating senior who plans a career in the health field.

This scholarship is in honor of both Jessica and Mrs. Patricia Land, Notre Dame's School Nurse, for her efforts on behalf of Jessica and the Miner family.

Donate to the Jessica Miner Scholarship
 

Charlotte Ebling, a former teacher at Notre Dame, loved life and the things that really mattered: her family, her friends and her students. She tried to make the most of her God-given talents, and in doing so, left us with a lifetime of memories to cherish, share and reflect upon. In tribute to her beautiful life and to her outstanding service to Notre Dame, scholarships in her memory are presented every year.


Donate to the Charlotte Ebling Scholarship


On January 6, 1997, the Notre Dame family suffered a great loss. Anthony Magliocco, a 1994 graduate, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Those who knew Anthony are better people because of it. Anthony was a leader to those around him. he affected more lives in his 20 years than most people would in 100 years. He truly was an angel on earth. If you didn't know him, take a minute and talk to friends and family, you'll see that a piece of Anthony lives in each of them.

A scholarship in the name of Anthony Magliocco. Each year, a graduating Senior from Notre Dame will receive this award. The recipient of this award demonstrates strength in 3 areas:

Academics- a consistent record of achievement in all disciplines.
Family- an appreciation of where you come from.
And most importantly, the recipient of this award will demonstrate loyalty, honesty and compassion - or, in other words

Donate to the Anthony Magliocco Scholarship


Fred J. Moriarity Jr. of the Class of '81 passed away suddenly on November 25, 1991. Fred was a man of compassion, care, sensitivity and love. In his memory and honor, Notre Dame has endowed a memorial scholarship with financial assistance to be given to a member of the Notre Dame football team.

Donate to the Fred J. Moriarity Scholarship

The Kim Wickert Donnelly Scholarship is awarded to the young woman who best exemplifies Kim Donnelly's quiet leadership, love of family and her creative, gentle spirit. Her optimistic attitude allows her to enjoy life and the family and friends around her.

Donate to the Kim Wickert Donnelly Scholarship



Armand Fabbri, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Bridgeport, devoted more than 30 years to Notre Dame as a teacher, coach, department head, librarian, assistant principal and principal. Armand Fabbri, perhaps more than any other person, exemplifies the spirit and tradition of Notre Dame. This award is given to a graduating senior.

Donate to the Armand R. Fabbri Scholarship



The Appalachian Award, in memeory of Thomas Carroll, is given to a graduate who has worked in the Appalachian project and who has shown genuine concern and compassion for those in need.

Donate to the Appalachian Award

 

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