The George and Ella Shear Memorial Scholarship

George and Ella Shear Scholarship Fund (1995)

EllaShearThe Allegany County Area Foundation announced the establishment of the George and Ella Shear Memorial scholarship in 1995.  This scholarship is available to  graduates of the Scio Central School.  The criteria for the selection includes financial need, academic excellence, strong character, and exceptional motivation for personal achievement with preference given to students pursuing a career in elementary education.

The late Mrs. Shear was a resident of Wellsville, and was a second grade teacher at Scio Central School for many years.