Scholarships

Alumni Association Scholarships

To see recent scholarship winners, read the fall issue of Tiger Tales Magazine.

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Updated June 2026

The first two scholarships were awarded to two students in 1982. As of June 2026, the Association has awarded 553 scholarships totaling $1,010,505.00.

Our total awards this spring were $76,630.00 to 45 graduating seniors and one junior for the Jack Dalton/Art Center art award.

One of the main purposes of your South Pasadena High School Alumni Association is to award scholarships to South Pasadena High School graduating seniors who will continue their education beyond high school. Over 95% of South Pasadena graduates continue on to college.

Applicants must be planning to attend a community college, four-year college or university, nursing, trade, or vocational school to pursue training in a trade or a Bachelor's Degree.

Your alumni association Scholarship Committee evaluates the applicants based on financial need, scholastic record, school and extracurricular activities, community service, and work experience. The evaluation concludes with a personal interview by members of the Alumni Association Scholarship Committee. The selection is made by the Committee and awards are announced at the Awards Presentation Ceremony held in early June of each year. Funding for scholarships is made upon evidence of enrollment by the student in the selected educational institution.

Scholarships are presented at the awards night held in early June each year. As of 2022, each winner also receives a lifetime membership in the SPHSAA.

Thank you to all who have contributed to this very worthwhile activity.

SCHOLARSHIPS DONATIONS

The SPHS Alumni Association Needs Your Support! Our annual scholarship program for SPHS seniors is supported entirely by your contributions. Thank you to all who have contributed to this very worthwhile activity. For those of you who have not, why not make this the year you make your fully tax-deductible donation for a deserving SPHS graduate? Each year we receive letters from the winners attesting to how important and appreciated these scholarships are. You can read a copy of these letters in the annual fall issue of the Tiger Tales Magazine if you are a paid member of the SPHSAA.

Established scholarship funds include:

SPHSAA General Scholarship

Established in 1982 to award scholarships to seniors based on excellence, merit, and need.

Eugene Clark Science & Athletic Scholarship

Honoring Eugene Clark '64, this was established for seniors demonstrating interest in Physical Sciences and participating enthusiastically in sports.

Michael T. Colliau Athletic Scholarship

Established in 2018, this scholarship recognizes seniors based on athleticism and Tiger spirit as exemplified by Michael Colliau '74.

James Fosselman Scholarship

This scholarship is for Pasadena City College-bound students and honors James Fosselman '39.

Albert Adams Music Scholarship

This scholarship recognizes SPHS music teacher Albert Adams and provides funding for higher education in the field of music.

Maggie Veir Art Scholarship

In honor of Maggie Veir '74, this scholarship is awarded to seniors pursuing study in the field of Visual Arts.

Mary Ida Phair Memorial Scholarship

One of our long-standing scholarships, this award honors SPHS' Mary Ida Phair, who was the high school librarian for many, many years, and recognizes seniors pursuing the Literary Arts, Sciences, or Education.

Keith Gustafson Athletic Scholarship

Honoring Keith 'Gus' Gustafson '73, a beloved SPHS athlete who loved football, baseball, and basketball, this scholarship is awarded to a senior who demonstrates a passion for athletics.

Harold Hartsough Memorial Scholarship

Harold Hartsough, a longtime counselor at SPHS, is recognized through this scholarship for seniors who have demonstrated compassion, unselfish mentoring, and help to fellow students.

Karen Kincel Creative Writing Award

Honoring Karen Kincel '75, this scholarship is awarded to graduating seniors with an interest in creative writing.

Blake and Joseph Wu UCLA Scholarship

Blake Wu '88 and Joseph Wu '89 established this scholarship for graduating seniors who are planning to attend UCLA.

Bobby Griffin Memorial Art Award

Established in 1973 in memory of Robert "Bobby" Griffin '72, this scholarship recognizes a graduating senior with an interest in Art.

Frau Epstein – Richard Goto Scholarship

Established to honor two of SPHS' most beloved teachers, this scholarship is awarded to seniors demonstrating an interest in International Studies or Foreign Languages.

Andre Patzkowski ’21 "Run Forward" Scholarship

Established in memory of Andre Patzkowski '21, to recognize students who have faced challenges and are embracing their 'Plan B' as they transition to their next steps in life.

Holly Whitworth ’73 Nursing Scholarship

Established by Holly Miller Whitworth '73, this scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior entering the field of Nursing.

Susan Kane Shaver Performing Arts Scholarship

Established in 2021 by sister Georgia Shaver '73 and sons / SPHS students Perry Kane and Douglas Kane, this scholarship honors Susan Kane Shaver, her involvement with the South Pasadena community, and her love of the Performing Arts through an award to a graduating senior wishing to pursue a major or career in performing arts.

Yong-Kyu and Robert J. Kim '89 Biological Sciences Scholarship

Yong-Kyu & Robert J. Kim ’89 Biological Sciences Scholarship

For students interested in pursuing a degree and career related to biological sciences or medicine.

Jack Dalton Memorial Art Scholarship

Honors the legacy of a beloved SPHS Art teacher, who taught drawing, painting, design, and Art History for 27 years. An exceptional art student will be sponsored to attend the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena.

Danny Emery "Servant's Heart" Scholarship

Honoring a member of the Class of 1972, this is a non-denominational scholarship for students seeking to study and/or employ their faith to help others, including Theology, Seminary, Missionary work, and the Peace Corps.

Coach Raymond Solari Athletic Leadership Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding athlete who exhibits the leadership qualities endorsed by SPHS’s outstanding football and baseball coach.

Granville Thurman Spirit of Education Scholarship

Honoring an SPHS Class of 1949 grad who served for 30 years as a PE teacher, Vice Principal, and Principal of the SP Junior High School and Middle School, this scholarship is awarded to a senior who plans to pursue a career in education.

Janet Anderson "Tiger Spirit" Faculty/Staff Appreciation Award

This award honors Ms. Anderson, a Class of 1974 graduate who served as SPHS's Principal for many years, and celebrates SPHS faculty and staff members who go beyond the call of duty to help students.

Howard Crawford Music Scholarship

Established by the SPHS Music Booster Club, this scholarship honors our outstanding music teacher, conductor, and band director who retired in 2024. It is for students interested in pursuing music studies and/or a music career.

William Kloezeman ’61 Engineering Scholarship

Honoring SPHSAA’s former president, this scholarship is for a student pursuing studies and a career as an engineer.

Gary D. Penn Future Tradesperson Scholarship

This scholarship honors SPHS’s beloved industrial arts teacher from 1959 to 1989 and is awarded to a student who plans to pursue studies or a career as a tradesperson.

Romberger Guild Scholarship

Supporting challenged SPHS students seeking to improve their lives and futures.

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