Diane E. Crosby Memorial Scholarship

Diane E. Crosby
Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship was initiated by the Crosby family in 2026 to honor the life and legacy of Diane, who faced the challenges of terminal pancreatic cancer with unwavering courage and positivity. Diane was the proud mother of two Cumberland Valley High School graduates and also a former CV student herself, as well as a graduate of Penn State University. In 2006, she obtained her substitute teaching certificate and worked in that role within the District until the time of her death in 2024. In the last years of her life, she was a regular substitute teacher at the Cumberland-Perry Area Vocational Technical School.

Throughout her cancer battle, Diane displayed remarkable resilience even in the most difficult times. Diane was not only a warrior in her own battle, but she was also a fierce advocate for women everywhere, believing in their potential to overcome any challenge. This scholarship is intended to support students who embody those same qualities of optimism and strength.

Scholarship Award:

One-time award of $2,000
Based on academic improvement and community involvement
Announced at the annual Senior Awards Ceremony in May
Check will be written jointly to the successful student and academic institution, which will be sent to the student requesting endorsement, who will forward the check to the appropriate school/university’s financial aid office for credit to the student’s tuition account
Monies must be applied toward tuition at a post-secondary institution

Scholarship Recipient Criteria:

Intended for a student identifying as female
Senior at Cumberland Valley High School
Preference will be given to students who have faced academic adversity and have persevered. In addition, lower grades do not preclude applicants who have shown growth in their high school years.
Student must be planning to attend Penn State University, either the main campus or a branch campus
Proof of acceptance at Penn State University before fund distribution

Application Information:

DEADLINE to submit required information/documents: April 1
Application form to be submitted through this portal
Additional Documents:
- Unofficial transcript (download from Skyward)
- All information in this application will remain confidential
- Questions: Contact bgabrielson@cvschools.org or call 717-697-8261 (Bobbi Jo Gabrielson)

Which Penn State University campus do you plan to attend?*

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This scholarship is intended for those who identify as a female. Do you identify as a female?*

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What education institution are you planning to attend?*

Have you been accepted?*

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Please upload a copy of your acceptance letter.*

By checking the box, I acknowledge that upon receiving your acceptance letter, I will direct it to the Eagle Foundation office at 6746 Carlisle Pike Mechanicsburg, PA 17050.*

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What is your planned major or degree program?*

What do you ultimately want to do with your degree?*

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Current cumulative grade point average in high school (unweighted) 00.00* / (weighted) 00.00.

What was your overall GPA after 9th grade (unweighted)?*

What was your overall GPA after 10th grade (unweighted)?*

What was your overall GPA after 11th grade (unweighted)?*

Can you identify an academic struggle or challenge you faced and how you overcame it? Briefly summarize the challenge, when it occurred, and what you did to work through it. (maximum 150 words)*

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List the high school activities in which you have participated and the corresponding year(s) (include officer positions if applicable; ex: Rugby Captain 2025).*

Are you currently employed?*

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If yes, name employer:*

If yes, what are the average hours worked per week?*

List the Community Activities in which you have participated and the corresponding year(s) (list most recent activities first; ex: Volunteer, Central PA Humane Society, 2024)*

Please upload your unofficial transcript. This can be downloaded from Skyward.

The essay should be 500 words or less. In the box below, please address the following:

"Diane was a passionate advocate for others, particularly women, encouraging them to recognize their strength. Describe a time when you stood up for someone else, supported a cause, or worked to make a difference in your community. What motivated you, and what impact did it have?"

Please type your response to the prompt here.*

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