Scholarships
Sally A. Zwiebach Scholarship
(Literature and Language Arts)
Sally Zwiebach taught students not just to read the words of great literature, but also to experience the importance of understanding the historical, emotional, and literary context of the works she brought to life in the classroom and onstage. This scholarship recognizes a student who exemplifies Mrs. Zwiebach’s lessons to dig deep into literature, think outside the box, and apply the power of language in the outside world.
Dale Alan Zurbrick Memorial Scholarship
Music and Theatre Arts
Dale Zurbrick (“Z”) directed and produced internationally recognized theater and choral productions with GCHS students. This scholarship is for a student who has demonstrated extraordinary personal growth, courage and commitment through theater or choral productions while showing respect and consideration for all members of the production.
Thom Ruckert Memorial Scholarship
Digital Arts / GCTV
Thomas L. Ruckert (“Thom”) created the groundbreaking, student-operated GCTV, the Glen Cove School District Television Studio at GCHS, and revolutionized how the classroom worked. This scholarship is for a student who has demonstrated outstanding performance and dedication working with GCTV and has positively contributed to the GCHS community via work with GCTV.
Albert V. ("AJ") Memorial Scholarship
Visual Arts
Albert Johnson (“AJ”) inspired students to express themselves through visual arts. He taught fundamental elements of drawing and painting, as well as more involved techniques, and most importantly he gave students the space, encouragement, and respect to tapping into their artistic creativity. A GCHS graduate himself, AJ taught for more than 30 years, inspiring many artists, teachers, and athletes. He shared his passion for teaching and great humor with generations of GCHS students, encouraging them to find and express their best selves.
2024 Recipients
Jaida Ciampi
"FAME supports my dream to chase a future in medicine without surrendering my musical passions!"
Dale Alan Zurbrick Memorial Scholarship: Music and Theatre Arts
Phoebe George
“To get confirmation that my passion is feasible from my community is a great honor only possible thanks to FAME."
Sally A. Zwiebach Scholarship: Literature and Language Arts
Natalia Monsale
"I’m so incredibly grateful to FAME for helping me pursue my dreams in fashion! It truly is an honor."
Albert V. ("AJ") Johnson Scholarship: Visual Arts
Harrison Velentzas
"To be recognized for work that is behind the scenes is an honor. I’m thankful to FAME for the chance to pursue videography further."
Thom Ruckert Memorial Scholarship: GCTV/Digital Arts
