Fall 2002 Claes Nobel Academic Scholarships

Lawrence High School
Cedarhurst, New York

Lawrence High School, recognized as a "school of excellence" by New York State Education Department, has also been selected as one of the top 10 schools on Long Island by Long Island Monthly Magazine.

College-level courses, where students may earn college credit, are offered in conjunction with Long Island University-C.W. Post institute of Technology and Syracuse University.

Special Projects Program in Science, Mathematics, Social Studies and English prepare students for the Westinghouse Talent Search as well as other competitions. Selected students can participate in Leadership and Peer Group classes, which offer training in leadership skills and peer mentoring for middle school students. A work study program is also offered. In addition, Lawrence students have an opportunity to become involved in the Upward Bound program at Hofstra University.

	*Fall 2002 Claes Nobel Academic Scholarships*

	Laurel Angelica Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy La Canada Flintridge, California The committee was impressed not only with Laurel’s academic achievements, but her initiative and dedication to helping others. After being deeply touched by a newspaper story of a child needing a bone marrow transplant, Laurel worked tirelessly to set up a blood/bone marrow drive that became a huge success and is now in its third year, leading to her selection for an Outstanding Youth Award from the American Red Cross. Laurel is also passionate about dance and theater and has been received early acceptance to Princeton. “Laurel is a winner, a determined, compassionate individual who is determined to make a difference in her world.” Katy Sadler, Assistant Principal Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy	Nigar Shaikh Lawrence High School Lawrence, New York Nigar is truly a remarkable student. 1600 on her SAT, captain of the math team, president of the Student Government Association, she was also named homecoming queen. She is an active cheerleader, as well being selected to for a prestigious science programs at Columbia on Saturdays. She still finds time to participate in the local Philharmonic chorus and to serve as community service chair for Focus on Helping America. Nigar plans to attend Harvard. "Nigar is a standout among the exceptional and unique among the best and the brightest.” Adam Labriola School Counselor Lawrence High School
	Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy La Cañada Flintridge, California The Academy is a recognized United States Department of Education Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Virtually 100 percent of graduates attend college immediately following graduation, 94 percent matriculating to four-year colleges or universities. FSHA is fully accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools, National Association of Independent Schools, National Catholic Education Association, the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and the Western Catholic Education Association. FSHA is a California 501 (c) 3 non-profit corporation. Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy (FSHA) is an independent, Catholic, day and resident, college-preparatory school for young women in grades 9-12 founded in 1931 by the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose. Our mission is to educate young women in a holistic college preparatory program, where their unique gifts as women are viewed as essential for our world, where they are nurtured by a vibrant community of faith and where truth and love are the highest values.	Lawrence High School Cedarhurst, New York Lawrence High School, recognized as a "school of excellence" by New York State Education Department, has also been selected as one of the top 10 schools on Long Island by Long Island Monthly Magazine. College-level courses, where students may earn college credit, are offered in conjunction with Long Island University-C.W. Post institute of Technology and Syracuse University. Special Projects Program in Science, Mathematics, Social Studies and English prepare students for the Westinghouse Talent Search as well as other competitions. Selected students can participate in Leadership and Peer Group classes, which offer training in leadership skills and peer mentoring for middle school students. A work study program is also offered. In addition, Lawrence students have an opportunity to become involved in the Upward Bound program at Hofstra University.