• Vincente Chong, Christina Lambertson

The Brother Roger Scholarship is awarded each year to a current student whose academic standing and exemplary character are complementary to the standards set by Brother Roger in his 65 years of religious life.  This distinguished individual has served as principal of Msgr. Prevost High School in Fall River prior to his arrival at Bishop Connolly High School over 40 years ago.  At Bishop Connolly, he has served as associate principal and assistant principal in addition to the many other roles he has assumed and continues to accept at Bishop Connolly High School. 

THE CHRISTOPHER LEAHEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

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This scholarship is given in honor of Christopher Leahey ’87. Chris was a distinguished student athlete at Bishop Connolly High School who set new records at BCHS in track and cross-country while maintaining academic excellence. Chris continued his athletic success at Providence College where he graduated in 1991. A tragic automobile accident cut short this fine young man’s life on April 26, 1992. The scholarship is a result of the fine efforts of Chris’s mother, Rosalind and high school track coach Mr. James Barnaby who organized road races in Chris’s memory raising thousands of dollars for this memorial scholarship. The successful races were held for twelve years beginning on August 8, 1992, Chris’s 23^rd birthday.  All who knew Chris remember what a positive influence the Bishop Connolly experience had on him.  Conversely, BCHS was also touched by this remarkable young man for his athletic prowess, leadership and uncompromising spirit.  This scholarship award is made to a student who has proven him or herself to be a positive role model and leader.  In this manner, Chris’s memory and convictions are kept forever alive.

• Christian Babic, Marianna Nava, Lindsey Ferreira

Each year the Keyes family honors Tommy P. Keyes ’84 through the presentation of a renewable scholarship to a sophomore student.  Tommy Keyes is remembered for his enthusiasm and love of life that demonstrated itself in boundless school spirit and fidelity to his school. Whether as a member of the golf team or the “spirit leader” for the hockey team, Tommy was a perfect role model for students then and now.  The scholarship is a result of Tommy’s family and friends coming together for the annual golf tournament in his name.  The student chosen for this scholarship must exemplify Tommy’s abundance of school spirit, athletic interest and academic success.

• Davas Wright

James Nicoletti was the former principal of Durfee High School, Henry Lord Junior High School as well as Director of Middle Grades for the Fall River Public Schools.  Mr. Nicoletti was also Director of Cathedral Camp, board member of the Sierra Club and founding member of the Century Club at Bishop Connolly High School.  In recognition of his accomplishments, he was awarded the Diocesan Marian Medal and was its first recipient.  Lorraine Nicoletti is remembered as a supportive and devoted wife and mother.  Her legacy as a loving and giving person influenced and touched all those who were fortunate enough to know her.  The award was established by James F. Nicoletti ’73 in memory of his parents.  James Nicoletti and his wife Debra sponsor the scholarship that recognizes the significance family plays in creating successful individuals while acknowledging the importance of a sound high school formation.

• Jordan Abat

Both Mr. and Mrs. Carr, noted educators, represent the principled determination of good teachers to provide meaning instruction and lessons in citizenship and service to the youth they serve.  The scholarship rewards a student who is recognized as demonstrating solid citizenship, consistent academic success and Christian service.

• Hollie Tavares

An esteemed priest of the Fall River Diocese and pastor of Holy Name Church prior to his passing in 1991, Msgr. Shalloo is noted for his steadfast commitment to Catholic education. This scholarship award is presented to an incoming freshman at Bishop Connolly High School who demonstrates a similar commitment to his/her Catholic education by maintaining respectable grades, exemplifying Christian principles and living a life of service. The recipient shall either be an active member of the BCHS Ambassador Program or commit to becoming one for the ensuing school year.

• Michelle Canuel, Michael Le, Evan Maille, Alex Castro, Sean Reilly, Amanda Rigby, Corey Salva

Dr. Boivin and wife Laurette established this scholarship to encourage increased interest and support for Bishop Connolly High School. Scholarships are awarded to students from the sophomore, junior and senior classes.  Awards are made to those returning students who have demonstrated active participation in Bishop Connolly High School activities or clubs while maintaining a solid academic average for the preceding school year.  Awardees must either be an active member of the BCHS Ambassador Program or commit to becoming one for the ensuing school year. 

• Ariel Moniz, Lauren Daponte

The Lowney Scholarship is presented in the name of Mr. and Mrs. Jeremiah Lowney by Dr. Paul and Mrs. Terry Raymond in memory of Mrs. Raymond’s parents.  Mr. and Mrs. Lowney, parents of eleven children, were committed in life to the goals of Catholic education by seeing that each of their children received a quality Catholic education.  The scholarship is awarded to a freshman and renewed for each of the four years the student is in attendance at Bishop Connolly High School.

• Kherri-Lynn Rego

The Brothers of Christian Instruction (F.I.C.) have ministered to Bishop Connolly students since 1968.  They continue to teach in recognition of Christ’s presence in our lives and to be a silent force in the formation of character, spirit, and intellect. These scholarships stand in tribute to their mission. The scholarships are gifts from the Community of Brothers of Christian Instruction, Province of New England.  These awards seek to acknowledge those students whose scholarship, industry, commitment to service and solid citizenship are recognizable in the Bishop Connolly community.     

• David Carvalho

This scholarship is given by Bishop Connolly High School in memory of Brother Michael a dedicated teacher at Bishop Connolly High School for 17 years prior to his passing during the 1991 school year at the age of 57.  Brother Michael is remembered for his passionate involvement in student life as a teacher, mentor, and coach.  His many years working as a missionary in Africa speak to his commitment to spreading the message of Christ.  Each year a scholarship is awarded to a student who shows demonstrated academic success and is either a member of the Bishop Connolly Ambassador Program or the liturgical ministry.

R. AIME LAFRANCE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

• Nicholas Belmore

This award, in memory of R. Aime Lafrance recognizes a deserving student whose hard work, academic skill and desire for success mirrors that of Mr. Lafrance. He, along with his wife Rita, was the founder of White’s Restaurant in Westport, Massachusetts, and the future inspiration for the Lafrance family’s continued success in the hospitality field  

REV. MSGR. PREVOST ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP

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This scholarship is awarded to a student of the highest academic excellence and commitment to the faith.  It is given in the name of Msgr. Prevost High School Alumni Association in tribute to the excellent education afforded to the hundreds of students by dedicated faculty and staff under the direction of the Brothers of Christian Instruction at Msgr. Prevost High School in Fall River, Massachusetts from 1927 until 1968 when a tragic fire forced its closing

THE SOCIETY OF JESUS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

• Zachary Boutin, Ian Gibbs, Alyssa Oliveira

This award recognizes the scholastic influence of the Jesuit community on academic success at Bishop Connolly High School.  The Society of Jesus was chosen in 1967 by Bishop James L. Connolly to operate our Diocesan school.  Their steadfast commitment as guardians of academic rigor in the students’ development is recognized in this award.  The scholarship is given to the student who has attained the highest score on the Bishop Connolly Admissions Entrance exam.

THE MICHAEL F. SOUZA SCHOLARSHIP

• Ariel Bowen

This scholarship remembers Bishop Connolly student Michael Souza. His was a promising life cut short by an automobile accident. Michael was an active, contributing member of the Bishop Connolly school community.  This scholarship acknowledges a student who is a solid, contributing member of the Bishop Connolly student body and demonstrates an interest in helping others.

• Mariann Nava, Sarah Dupere, Nicholas Stylos, Patrick Tighe, Alexandra Sturchio

Mr. Cotter, a lifelong proponent of Catholic education, continues his commitment to the values, morals, and educational excellence exemplified at Bishop Connolly High School.  The scholarships that bear his name are awarded to students whose initiative, hard work, and academic success have demonstrated that they are worthy of consideration.

THE MEDORA DUPUIS  MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

• Timothy Cabral, Matthew Pimental, Ariel Bowen, Taylor Cabral, Sara Depere

Awarded annually, the Dupuis Scholarship recognizes the many community contributions of Mrs. Dupuis.  An accomplished artist and musician herself, the award recognizes talented Bishop Connolly students in the area of the arts.

THE BISHOP CONNOLLY HIGH SCHOOL COUGAR STORE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

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The Bishop Connolly High School Cougar Scholarship Award is presented to an incoming freshman, a rising sophomore or junior who demonstrates good academic standing, shows leadership qualities, exemplifies loyalty and integrity, and takes pride in the BCHS Cougar Spirit.