The Beachwood Schools Foundation was created to provide a financial vehicle for individuals and organizations to fund educational opportunities and recognize student achievements. Its Board of Trustees thanks the families who have established scholarships and congratulates the class of 2015 and scholarship recipients. For more information about The Beachwood Schools Foundation, call Peggy Lipp at 216.464.8998. Awarded to a senior who has been outstanding in and intends to pursue a career in the areas of political science, government or public service. The Joan Lobert Scholarship Anita Lekova Awarded to a senior whose love of children and concern for their welfare has motivated her/him to pursue a career in early childhood education or a related field working with young children. The Jill Dobrin Menachem Memorial Scholarship This one-time award, established by Wyman’s colleagues in the U.S. Department of Justice, honors a student with a high GPA who is interested in the legal profession and has a passion for public service. The Dean P. Wyman Memorial Award Anita Lekova The George Schatel Hope Lectureship Fund Established in 1998 in memory of George David Schatel, Treasurer of Beachwood Schools from 1958-1980. Proceeds are used to fund a lecture series that benefits the Beachwood Community. Brenna Rosen and Bradley Smith Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated an appreciation for and talent in fine arts. The Jay Shlachter Memorial Art Award Ami Scherson Department Awards Awarded to seniors who exhibited scholastic achievement. Career & Technical Education – English – Mathematics – Performing Arts – Science – Social Studies – Technology – Visual Arts – World Language – Chinea Lowe Cathy Perloff Janet Wang Ami Scherson Ted Sender Catherine Perloff Itamar Nurko Nili Steinberg Monica Colmenares Awarded annually to a senior who indicates an intention to pursue a career in television writing and/or film. The Steven Mark Wasserman Memorial Scholarship Maria Alvarez The Coca-Cola ScholarshIp Fund Awarded to a senior who exhibits passion and commitment to the arts and intends to pursue a career in that area. The Weisenberg Family Scholarship Maria Alvarez, Ami Scherson and Hannah Lowenkamp Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated and participated in charity, volunteer and community service activities at a level substantially greater than that required for graduation. The Norm Weiss Memorial Scholarship Hannah Firestone 2014-2015 Board of Trustees Peggy Lipp Brian Davis Matt Sharp Jen Stern – – – – President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated outstanding capabilities in visionary thinking, entrepreneurial spirit and/or dedication to lifelong learning. The Paul and Kate Williams Scholarship Adam Moses Awarded to a senior who has exceeded the requirements for community service work, participated in two or more extra-curricular activities and achieved an overall 2.75 GPA. The Dr. Jerry S. and Gail R. Wolkoff Civic Award Hannah Firestone Cheryl Apisdorf • Lauren Chylla • Evy Davis Julie Frayman • Jamie Hardis • Lolita Hines Joshua Mintz • Dr. Michael Rabovsky Rick Solomon • Darby Steiger Ex-Officio Board Members Richard Markwardt, Ph.D. • Michele Mills Paul R. Williams, Ph.D. - Trustee for Life July 2015 n Beachwood Buzz 35