
SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
Augustus Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship
The scholarship was named after the Sylvania Schools employee whose bequest started the Foundation in 1985. This scholarship is awarded to high academic achieving students. Each year the high school's principal selects a student deserving of this award.
2026 Winners
Southview: David Lee $500
Northview: Ananya Singh $500
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Marjorie M. Fitkin Memorial Scholarship (renewable)
The Marjorie M. Fitkin Memorial Student Scholarships are possible because of the generous bequest to the Foundation from former Sylvania teacher Marjorie Fitkin. Marjorie graduated from Burnham High School in 1940. She taught for more than 30 years, primarily at Maplewood Elementary and Stranahan Elementary, before retiring in 1977. Marjorie passed away in 2013.
2026 Winners
NV: Lauren Valentine and London Valentine
SV: Grace Barnswell
The Fitkin Scholarship is a $2,000 renewable scholarship for Sylvania students who intend to enter education. The scholarship application is available through the Great Toledo Community Foundation website. The deadline to apply is February 11. Fifteen Sylvania students have received this scholarship since it was first offered in 2017.
Toledo Community Foundation Website
Alyssa Gottschalk Memorial Scholarship
The Alyssa Gottschalk Memorial Scholarship was created by her family to honor her memory and to pay tribute to the wonderful person she was. Alyssa influenced the lives of many students in several school districts, but her true love was for Sylvania, where she taught at Arbor Hills Junior High. She had a passion for teaching and a special connection with her students. Alyssa’s family and friends will never forget her humor, genuine kindness, and positive attitude. We hope her spirit and love for life will live on in the students who benefit from her scholarship.
The scholarships are available to any graduating students of Sylvania Northview or Sylvania Southview, emphasizing students continuing their education in the teaching professions.
2026 Winners
Southview:
Ava Willis, Olivia Stroud, Grace Barswell
Northview:
Kate Konecny, Brielle Bentley, London Valentine
Vicki Donovan-Lyle Memorial Scholarship
​Vicki was a member of the Sylvania community for over thirty years. As a parent of two Southview graduates, a coach of its nationally recognized Mock Trial program, or as a 16 year member of the Sylvania School Board, she placed education and childhood development above all else. This scholarship is a memorial to her kindness, devotion and love for this community and its students.
2026 Winner:
Reese Brennan- $500
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Friends of Sylvania Foundation
The Sylvania Foundation is honored to add some very special scholarships, made possible by the generosity of Friends of The Sylvania Schools Foundation. While this donor has chosen to remain unnamed, their desire to invest in the future of our students speaks volumes. This scholarship is not just a financial gift — it is a quiet but powerful vote of confidence. It reflects a belief that talent, determination, and hard work deserve to be nurtured and supported. Sylvania Schools Foundation strives to support our students, our staff and alumni through recognizing achievements in academics, art and athletics and are extremely grateful for our donors who make this happen.
On behalf of The Friends of The Sylvania Schools Foundation and The Sylvania Schools Foundation, we are pleased to announce the following scholarships.
2026 Winners
Students who excel in Science:
NV: Harhui Lee, Yara Musa
SV: Mehreen Mohiuddin, Henry Shao
Students who are pursuing arts:
NV: Sam Edwards, Nora Squibb
SV: Miya Calhoon, Marlee Poupard
Students entering the trades:
NV: Dylan Adams, Michael Mosley
SV: Wyatt Christ, Alexander Genson
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Financial Management Scholarship
This scholarship is designed to support students pursuing a business degree with a passion for accounting and finance, fostering the next generation of business leaders and problem-solvers. The scholarship aims to provide financial assistance to students who demonstrate a strong academic record, a commitment to financial pursuits, and a desire to make a tangible impact on the business world.
2026 Winners
SV: Jacob Huss, Jessie Wong
Donald G. Bahna Scholarship
This scholarship is in memory of Southview's first principal. Mr. Bahna spent a year planning for the opening of Southview, for which he wrote the words to the Alma Mater before serving as the Cougars' first principal for 11 years. His excellence was recognized when he was named Sylvania's Administrator of the Year in 1985.
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2026 Winner
SV: Mari’on Coleman
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​Austin Lee Robbins Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded in honor of Austin Lee Robbins. Austin showed incredible strength and courage in his brief life. Austin showed incredible strength and courage in his brief life. In his honor, a literacy foundation, Austin’s Book Club (ABC), was created to support families navigating the challenges of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). ABC provides NICU families with new children’s books to read and take home, offering comfort and a sense of normalcy during a difficult time.
Established by his parents, Brittany and Heather Robbins, both educators, this scholarship honors Austin's legacy by recognizing students who exemplify service, integrity and a commitment to improving the lives of others.
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2026 Winner
SV: Lillianna Davis
NV: Lauren Valentine
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Tom Maidment Scholarship
The Tom Maidment scholarship was established by Tom's loving family. Tom, the voice of Southview, was a man adored by all, a student encourager, and believed in each students' great potential. Recognizing an out in the community or at school, shaking a hand, ackowling them by name ws important to Tom.
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2026 Winner
SV: Mitchell Meyers, Emma Barricklow
TEACHER SCHOLARSHIPS
Marjorie M. Fitkin Professional Development Scholarship Application
Marjorie M. Fitkin Memorial Professional Development Scholarships are awarded to staff members two times each school year due to the generous bequest to the Foundation from former Sylvania teacher Marjorie Fitkin. Ms.Fitkin graduated from Burnham High School in 1940 and taught in Sylvania Schools for over 30 years before retiring in 1977.
The Sylvania Schools Foundation is pleased to announce that the following PD scholarships have been awarded to the following educators equaling $7024.09
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2026 Professional Development
Round 1
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Stacy Matell Sylvan Get Your Teach On
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Jennifer McDonald Timberstone MACUL Conference
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Sara Nelson Timberstone National Council of Teachers English
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Jackie Cousino McCord Ron Clark: Academy for Boys
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Grace Ostrander McCord Ron Clark: Academy for Boys
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Kris Hrovtich McCord Ron Clark: Academy for Boys
TEACHER GRANTS
Teacher Grant Application
For nearly four decades, the Foundation has awarded teacher grants to directly support the learning environment and enriching experiences for Sylvania students.
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Teacher Grants awarded May, 2026 - $1824.86
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Emily Glick Stranahan IPad to deliver individualized instruction
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Claudia Stuecker Northview Headsets with microphones to meet new AP requirement
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Mickaela Muir Maplewood Paper and literature organizer for classroom
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Lori Mack Maplewood Small bundle hands on learning kit​

