Monsignor Bonner High School - Tuition/Tuition Assistance Information

Tuition & Tuition Assistance Information

Tuition
Tuition for one student in the secondary schools of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is $5,350.00 for the 2010/2011 fiscal year. Besides tuition, there are various fees. The difference between the tuition and fees which are charged and the actual cost of operating the school is made up from fund-raising activities

Tuition Assistance and Scholarships

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
Although tuition continues to be an excellent value as compared to the tuition in other dioceses and in private schools, we realize that it puts a serious strain on some budgets. In order to assist families in providing for a Catholic school education, the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) has been established. The school's Tuition Office can provide information on how to apply for education loans, which provide eligible borrowers with up to the cost of education including tuition, fees and related expenses. Academic scholarships are given on the basis of academic achievement and need. Financial assistance, based strictly on need, is available by applying for tuition assistance from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.
Please click here for a copy of the form

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BLOCS (Business Leadership Organized for Catholic Schools)
Who can apply?

Families of students enrolling in grades K-12 in a participating Archdiocesan school. (See list)
Family must be a PA resident.
Family must meet Household Income Guidelines

*Meeting income guidelines does not guarantee an award. Awards are granted based on funding available and ranking of qualified applicants. Forms are available in the School Tuition Office after December 1st.
Click here for an application

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Neumann Scholars Program

With academic excellence as its hallmark, the Neumann Scholars Program invites industrious eighth grade students attending Catholic parish elementary schools to compete for full and half scholarships to attend any of the 21 high schools operated by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Approximately 1,500 students who meet eligibility criteria accept this invitation annually. The young men and women who achieve the highest scores within each of the twelve Archdiocesan school districts in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties are offered scholarships. On average, 55 scholarships are offered each year. Since the inauguration of the Neumann Scholars Program in 1995, 581 students at 70% of the parish elementary schools have earned these prestigious awards.

To be eligible for the program, the student must have:

attended a parish elementary school in seventh and eighth grade
achieved a GPA of 92 in seventh grade
achieved a GPA of 90 in first quarter marking period of eighth grade
a strong desire to attend one of the 22 Archdiocesan high schools
received an invitation to take the Neumann Scholar exam, given in January at 5 separate locations.

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Josephine C. Connelly Achievement Award Program
Achievement can be defined in many ways, and the Josephine C. Connelly Achievement Awards are presented to eighth grade students who strive to realize their fullest academic potential, strongly desire to attend an Archdiocesan Catholic high school, and who best demonstrate the value of Catholic education. Named in honor of our foundation’s co-founder, Josephine C. Connelly, the awards are offered to students graduating from each and every Philadelphia parish elementary school in recognition of family commitment to Catholic education.

The Josephine C. Connelly Achievement Award is $1,125 per year renewable annually for a maximum educational grant of $4,500 over four years.

8th Grade Students are eligible to apply provided:

Student currently attends a parish elementary school in Philadelphia
Student did attend a Catholic elementary school in sixth and seventh grade
Student demonstrates a capacity to fulfill Archdiocesan high school academic requirements
Preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.

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Billy Lake’67 ALS Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Billy Lake. Billy is a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School from the class of ’67. Billy Lake died in 1992 at the age of 42 from Lou Gehrig’s disease.The Billy Lake ALS Marathon is an all-day basketball tournament in memory of Billy and raises funds for research into ALS and provides educational scholarships in the name of the Billy Lake Memorial Research Fund. Since 1993, Patti Lake-Quinn has awarded 13 scholarships in his memory to a student who has finished his freshman year at Bonner. The scholarship is valued at $2,000 a year for the student’s remaining three years. For more information about the Billy Lake Memorial ALS Research Fund, visit their web site: www.billylake.com

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Anthony C. Coll Memorial Scholarship
In memoriam of Anthony (Tony) Coll and to perpetuate the spirit of all the deceased members of the Monsignor Bonner Class of 1959, a scholarship has been established. Tony graduated from Monsignor Bonner in 1959. During his four years at Bonner, Tony was a leader, active in all aspects of "Bonner life." He was a member of the football and baseball teams, the student council and was the President of his graduating class. His awards as a diocesan all-star football player and recognition as a true sportsman at Bonner were punctuated by Tony being named as the high school recipient of the Sportsmanship Award by the then Philadelphia Bulletin newspaper. Most significant though in Tony's time at Bonner was his constant willingness to participate in and support all school activities as well as his classmates. He recognized the tremendous contribution of the "Bonner Family" - which included the Augustinians, the students and entire Bonner faculty - to his development as a young Catholic gentleman.

Tony continued that commitment to Bonner as an active alumnus, by working with other members of the "Class of '59 to support the efforts of this special school family. Tony's efforts and dedication to his Alma Mater were recognized and rewarded when he received the coveted Services Award from Monsignor Bonner in 1990, and again in 2002 when he was inducted into the Monsignor Bonner Hall of Fame. Tony signified in his life the value of faith, family, church and community. The Anthony C. Coll Memorial Scholarship is awarded once every four years to an incoming freshman. It is valued at $8,000 or $2,000 a year for four years. The deadline is January 15, 2008. Any questions call Rosemarie Coll Pitner at (856) 467-6737. For a copy of the application, please click here

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Gerald Hollingsworth'87 Memorial Scholarship Fund
On July 7, 1993, Jerry Hollingsworth died suddenly in a single automobile accident. Jerry was only 24 years old. Immediately, Jerry's friends established a scholarship fund in his memory. Jerry was a 1983 graduate of St. Andrew's grade school, Drexel Hill, PA and a 1987 graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School. The Hollingsworth Memorial Fund provides financial assistance to a graduating eighth grade student from St. Andrew's School to attend Catholic High School at Monsignor Bonner or Archbishop Prendergast.

Currently, The Hollingsworth Memorial Fund provides a 50% scholarship, per year for four years, to those students nominated by the St. Andrew's nominating committee. Since 1993 sixteen partial scholarships have been awarded and in excess of $100,000 has been raised. Apply by contacting St. Andrew's Principal by February 1.

Gerald Hollingsworth Memorial Scholarship Fund
C/O St. Andrew's School
529 Mason Ave.
Drexel Hill, PA 19026
610-259-5145

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The Joseph P. Caponi Memorial Scholarship
Joseph P. Caponi graduated from Annunciation BVM school in 1974 and was a member of the Class of 1978 at Monsignor Bonner High School. Joe died during his senior year from complications following surgery. In 2003, his family established the Foundation in his memory.

Each academic year the Joseph P. Caponi Memorial Foundation awards scholarships to freshmen at Monsignor Bonner High School. The scholarship is a $2,000 per year award for each of the four years the student is enrolled at Monsignor Bonner. If you have any questions about the Foundation or the Joseph P. Caponi Memorial Scholarship, please contact Jim Caponi at 484-431-1213.

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Michael Guerin Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Michael Guerin. Mike was a member of the Monsignor Bonner Class of '65 and a member of the football team. Mike died of a brain tumor in 1996. A scholarship is awarded every year in his memory. Since 1997, fourteen scholarships have been awarded from the Michael Guerin Benefit.

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Frank Barry'71 Memorial Summer Classic
This Memorial Summer Classic is in memory of Frank Barry Class of '71 who died suddenly of a heart attack. Frank was highly respected by members of his class. To celebrate his memory, every July his classmates get together to raise funds for the scholarship.

The proceeds raised from this event are donated quietly for scholarships, for friends in need, for cancer patients, for families of deceased classmates, Mercyhurst University and for an assortment of projects benefiting Bonner High School and its students. At the 2004 Monsignor Bonner High School Communion Breakfast, the Frank Barry Committee awarded two scholarships valued at $2,000.

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Rev. Al Smith, O.S.A., Scholarship
Father Al Smith, O.S.A., taught at Bonner in the seventies. He was well regarded and respected by his students. The committee presented the first Fr. Al Smith Scholarship at the Communion Breakfast on October 26th, 2003. At the breakfast, two $500 scholarships were awarded. The scholarship is provided through the generosity of the Frank Barry Foundation.

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Stephen DiPaolo '92 Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Stephen "Stumpy" DiPaolo. During his time at Bonner, Stephen was involved in football, ice hockey, student council and National Honor Society. He also served as varsity hockey coach after his graduation. Stumpy, a member of the class of 1992 was killed by a drunk driver in August 2001.

The Stephen DiPaolo '92 Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a awarded to a student for junior year who demonstrates both a financial need and a commitment to Monsignor Bonner and/or the greater community. Stephen's friends, family and local businesses sponsor the scholarship by holding a social every winter and a golf outing every spring to celebrate his memory. This scholarship is offered through BLOCS. Families should apply through the Financial Aid Forms, which are available in the school tuition office after December 1st.

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Raymond Delaney '63 Memorial Scholarship
Raymond Delaney, class of '63, died of cancer in July 1998. Ray was the beneficiary, himself, of a scholarship to St. Joseph's University after 4 years of impressive academics, even while working after school and playing baseball and football. In 2002, Ray's family established a scholarship in his name to a student completing his freshman year who exhibits diligence, academics, and versatility, hence bearing the title of the "Unflappable Friar."

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Ken De Feo '78 Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Ken De Feo Class of '78 from Monsignor Bonner High School who died of a sudden heart attack on December 28, 1997. At Bonner, Ken was an honor student, member of student council and a star player on the football, baseball and track team. A golf outing and social is held each year to raise the funds to support this scholarship. Since its inception in 1999, the family has awarded seven scholarships.

The applicant must be a member of the football team who has completed his sophomore year at Bonner, achieved a grade point average of 85 or higher, holds an exemplary discipline record, and attends mass every Sunday. For more information visit: www.kendefeomemorial.com or contact Charles De Feo at 610-359-4949.

The application deadline is in June.
Please mail application to:
Ken De Feo Memorial Scholarship Fund
C/O Charles De Feo
305 Langford Road
Broomall, PA 19008

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Michael Menichini Scholarship Fund
Michael Menichini, the son of Ralph and Helene Menichini and brother of Lauren Menichini, was a 1993 Saint James High School and a 1997 Penn State graduate. In 1999 Michael was fatally injured in an automobile accident while visiting a friend in Florida. Michael was the captain of the 1992-1993 St. James basketball team and was the 1993 President of the Student Council (last graduating class). Michael fought diligently to stop the closing of the school in 1993. Michael attended the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia for his freshmen and sophomore years and was a member of the basketball team. Michael transferred to Penn State (Delco Campus) for his junior and senior years where he played basketball and graduated with a degree in Communications. After graduation, Michael was employed as a Pharmaceutical representative and continued his involvement in sports, as he was an assistant coach for the Penn State basketball team.

The Michael Menichini Scholarship Fund, formed by family and friends, was established to keep Michael's memory alive as well as to help alleviate some of the tuition associated with secondary and post secondary educations for student athletes. Monsignor Bonner High School is one of the seven schools that receive scholarship dollars.

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Robert L. Kitzinger, Jr. '76 Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Robert L. Kitzinger, Jr. Robert was a member of the Monsignor Bonner Class of '76 and 21-year veteran of the U.S. Navy. Robert, while on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico, fell down an elevator shaft, and died in September 1998.

This is the eighth year for the scholarship. Under the coordination of Paul Baker, a member of the Monsignor Bonner Class of '76, nine Bonner graduates and an Upper Darby graduate pool money together for this scholarship. Candidates should be Bonner seniors with a grade point average of a B or better and in need of financial aid to further their education beyond high school (college, trade school, military academy, etc.). For more information contact Paul Baker at 610-446-1042

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Harmony Scholarship
The Harmony Scholarship began with a $2,000 donation in November of 2001. The donor of the funds wishes to remain anonymous. This scholarship is for a student from St. Philomena's Parish. It is awarded once every four years.

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Friends of Sean Cawley
Friends of Sean Cawley is a benevolent, charitable organization established in the honor and the memory of Sean Cawley. Sean Cawley graduated from St. Laurence in 1986 and Monsignor Bonner in 1990.

Upon his untimely death in 2002, some close friends and family members created this group to help members of the community in ways in which Sean would have been proud. Most years, the Friends of Sean Cawley hopes to give a grant to a student to attend Monsignor Bonner. In 2004 and 2005, the organization granted a St. Laurence student a four-year scholarship to Monsignor Bonner. More information about the organization can be found at www.friendsofseancawley.com

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Robert Staffieri Memorial Scholarship Fund

This scholarship was established in 2005 in memory of Robert Staffieri by his friends and family. Bob was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner's class of 1995 and was a member of Bonner's football team that one the Catholic League Championship during his senior year.

The Robert Staffieri Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a senior who demonstrates high levels of loyalty, character and leadership in the classroom as well as in the community. A four-year partial scholarship is also awarded to an incoming freshman from St. Andrews Grade School who demonstrates these same qualities. Many generous donations as well as a yearly social make these scholarships possible. For more information on The Robert Staffieri Memorial Scholarship, please visit our website, www.friendsofbobby.com.

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The Monsignor John T. Mitchell Memorial Trust Fund Scholarship

Monsignor Mitchell served as a priest of the Archdiocese from 1939 through 1981. During that time, he was the Pastor of Saint Ignatius of Loyola and Saint Francis de Sales Parishes in West Philadelphia, where he was known for his faithful ministry to African American Catholics. The Monsignor Mitchell Scholarship Fund will support high school students in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia who are Catholic and African American, with academic ability and financial need. One (or more if economically feasible) $2,000 one-year scholarship(s) will be awarded annually based upon the determination of the Selection Committee. (Click here for application requirements)

The Father Bill Atkinson Scholarship

The Father Bill Atkinson Foundation will be awarding scholarships for the 2011-2012 school year to students desiring to attend Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast High Schools. The award, renewable annually provided certain criteria are met, is applied to the tuition and fees balance remaining after deduction for all other grants/scholarships. This award shall not exceed tuition guidelines as established by Monsignor Bonner or Archbishop Prendergast High Schools or the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, which may operate to limit the amount that the Foundation may grant in certain circumstances. Eligible candidates include new and current students to the high schools. Candidates must complete an application and postmark the application no later than March 15, 2011. For a scholarship application, please visit www.fatherbillatkinson.org or Click here for an application.

The Father Bill Atkinson Foundation was chartered in 2008 as a not-for-profit organization. The purpose of this activity is to provide scholarships to students desiring an education at Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast who by their own means cannot commit to the financial responsibilities.

Father Atkinson was a graduate of Monsignor Bonner High School and taught at the school for thirty years. He made a lasting impression on students, parents and fellow teachers and was known for his courage, integrity, sensitivity, patience and spirit. Selection of the scholarship awardees will be based on a reflection of these characteristics as well as an assessment of academic and extra-curricular efforts.

The Mary K. Gleason Memorial Scholarship

Mary Kissinger Gleason, a 1975 graduate of Archbishop Prendergast, was a loving wife mother, daughter, sister, and aunt, as well as a life-long resident of Drexel Hill. Mary passed away in 2007 after a three year battle with Synovial Sarcoma cancer.

The Mary K. Gleason Memorial Scholarship was started to honor Mary and also to aid a deserving student whose family is struggling with paying tuition, due to the costly medical expenses of a critically ill immediate family member. It is our hope to assist in tuition expenses and to help ease the burden of the family during a very difficult time. Click here for an application

Jesse Landi Memorial Scholarship (Fathers’ Club & Landi Family)

Mr. Jesse Landi was a member of the Monsignor Bonner Father and Son’s Association for over 40 years. Jesse was proud to be a member of the Fathers Club and their work to support Monsignor Bonner and Catholic education. The Father and Son’s Association in conjunction with the Landi Family established a scholarship in his memory.

The scholarship is to support a student who has completed at least one year at Monsignor Bonner, maintains an 80+ average, has no discipline problems and is involved with school activities. The scholarship may also be need based. Preference will be given to students who have a parent/guardian involved with support of school activities.

Candidates for this scholarship may be nominated by faculty members at Monsignor Bonner or a local Parish Priest. The Association will appoint a board each year to review applicants and award this one time scholarship at least once each year.

Nomination letters must be submitted to the Association no later than April 30th.

Paul M. Straube Memorial Scholarship

Paul was a member of Bonner Class of 1978 and especially enjoyed art classes. He died suddenly in April 2005. His family and friends established this fund for a deserving student in the art program. This one time award for sophomore year is given at the end of freshman year based on teacher recommendation.