Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
- Veritas Scholarship
- Pius Merit Scholarships
- Zinni-Reed Family Scholarship
- Scanlan Foundation Scholarship
- Angelo Palazzolo '70 Memorial Scholarship
- Jacquline Lee Jordan Memorial Scholarship
- St. Joseph Scholarship
- Dominican Sister of Houston Scholarship
- Sister Lavergne Schwender, O.P. Scholarship
- Beth Black Memorial Scholarship
- Carmen Armistead Scholarship
- Allan Minar Scholarship
- Humphrey and Linda (Kappe) Hughes Difference Maker Scholarship
- Susi West Scholarship
Veritas Scholarship
The Veritas Scholarships are awarded annually to 3 students who best honor the heritage of our founding Dominican Sisters and exemplifies the four pillars of St. Pius X High School: Prayer, Study, Community, and Preaching. The winning students exemplify academic excellence, integrity, and engagement in school and community activities. The amount awarded is nearly 100% of tuition for top recipient and 50% of tuition for 2nd and 3rd recipients, which equates to $16,600 or $8,800 in 2021-2022.
To qualify, applicants must submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how they embody each of our four pillars in their lives.
Pius Merit Scholarships
The Pius Merit Scholarship is awarded annually to an incoming freshman or transfer student that is in the top 1% - 4% of applicants to SPX with a holistic composite of GPA, ISEE score and 4 Pillar representation. Students must maintain a GPA in the top 15% of their class annually to retain their scholarship in their time at SPX.
| % Rank in Applicant Pool | Scholarship Amount (per year) |
|---|---|
| Top 1% | $7,500 |
| Top 2% | $5,000 |
| Top 3% | $2,500 |
| Top 4% | $1,250 |
Applicants will be selected by administration based on the criteria listed above.
Zinni-Reed Family Scholarship
The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina was felt not only in New Orleans but in Houston, hundreds of miles away. St. Pius X High School opened its doors to over 100 students and their families. Among those were Sue and Ed Zinni and their son, Daniel. At SPX, they found a community that accepted and provided foundations for a new life amid an uncertain future. Daniel greatly enjoyed his time attending SPX, graduating with the class of 2008. In 2013, the Zinni-Reed Scholarship was established to benefit students from middle class families striving to provide an SPX education for their children.
To qualify, applicants must submit an up to 500 word essay detailing why they are interested in attending St. Pius X High School and why a quality, Catholic high school education is important. This scholarship is awarded to an incoming 9th grader whose family does not qualify for tuition assistance. The student must maintain a GPA of at least a 3.0 in order to keep this scholarship.
Scanlan Foundation Scholarship
The Scanlan Family traces its Houston roots back to 1852. Its family patriarch, former Mayor of Houston, Timothy Thomas Howe Scanlan raised his daughters to give their all to the community and especially the Church. From the founding of the Art Museum to the beginnings of charitable initiatives like the Catholic Women’s Club, the Scanlans worked alongside the better-known names of history, such as William Marsh Rice and Captain James Baker, to promote the welfare of Houston in its infancy. As their final gift to their beloved State of Texas, the remaining daughters willed their estate to form the Scanlan Foundation, which serves Catholic religious, charitable and educational institutions in Texas.
To qualify, applicants must submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how a Catholic education at St. Pius X High School has impacted their life. This scholarship is awarded to a rising 12th grade student at SPX. The amount awarded is $5,000 towards senior year.
Angelo Palazzolo '70 Memorial Scholarship
Angelo Palazzolo '70 Memorial Scholarship was created by a gift to SPX from the estate of Angelo Palazzolo '70. It was the wish of the Palazzolo family that the recipients be SPX students whose history and background mirror that of Angelo's own: children of middle class families striving to provide a Catholic education.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how a Catholic education at St. Pius X High School has impacted their life. This scholarship is awarded to rising Juniors and Seniors enrolled at St. Pius X High School. The amount awarded is $4,100.
Jacquline Lee Jordan Memorial Scholarship
The Jacquline Lee Jordan Memorial Scholarship is offered to a qualified 8th grade student at St. Edward Catholic School who reflects the values, interests, and academic career of Jacquline Lee Jordan and has applied for admission to St. Pius X High School. Jacquline was a mutli-talented student with a thirst for knowledge. Her life reflected deep faith as seen in her involvemnet at ther home parish of St. Edward. She was an altar server, a choir member, and a substitute accompanist during liturgies. She was involved in many co-curriculars at St. Pius X High School and excelled in academics.
This is a one-time $1,500 scholarship. To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how they align with the life of Jacquline Lee Jordan. Applicants will be selected by Administration based on criteria in their application submission.
St. Joseph Scholarship
The St. Joseph Scholarship is offered to a qualified 8th grade student at St. John Paull II Catholic School who embodies the 4 pillars of Dominican education and has applied for admission to St. Pius X High School.
St. Joseph was chosen to be the provider and caregiver for the Holy Family. As the Patron Saint of Workers and Fathers, and as the first role model Jesus had, there is much we can learn from him. The Catholic church has long recognized the inherent dignity in work; using the gifts the Lord has given us to their very fullest is one of our prime responsibilities in life.
This is a one-time $2,500 scholarship. To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how St. Joseph is a role model in his or her daily life. Applicants will be selected by Administration based on criteria in their application submission.
Dominican Sister of Houston Scholarship
The Dominican Sister of Houston Scholarship is an endowed scholarship through the St. Pius X High School Foundation and was established in 2022 to honor the dedication of Sister Donna, the former Head of School of St. Pius X High School. The Dominican Sister of Houston Scholarship is awarded to an existing student in any grade level that exemplifies charism in his or her daily life. The amount of the scholarship is $2,000.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how exemplify the qualifications entailed above. Applicants will be selected by administration based on criteria in their application submission.
Sister Lavergne Schwender, O.P. Scholarship
Sister Lavergne Schwender, O.P. Scholarship was established in 2013, in honor of the Golden Jubilee of Sister Lavergne Schwender, O.P. The scholarship is an endowed scholarship through the St. Pius X High School Foundation and was originally funded by Kevin Snow ‘69 in honor of Sister Schwender's dedication to St. Pius X High School and charism. The Sister Lavergne Schwender, O.P. Scholarship is awarded to an existing student in any grade level that exemplifies charism in his or her daily life. The amount of the scholarship is $2,000.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how exemplify the qualifications entailed above. Applicants will be selected by administration based on criteria in their application submission.
Beth Black Memorial Scholarship
The Beth Black Memorial Scholarship was established in November of 2017 to honor the life of Beth Black, mother of St. Pius X High School alumni Andrew Black '05 and Adam Black '07 and wife of longtime SPX Foundation Board President Jim Black. Beth was a dedicated SPX volunteer who spent countless hours working many parent association events, and providing meals and snacks for the football coaches and players at their practices and games. Beth also actively lent her time and support to the annual St. Pius X High School Foundation Gala. Her love of St. Pius X High School was ever present. The Beth Black Memorial Scholarship honors a rising Senior who has worked hard in the classroom, excelled in extra-curricular activities or athletics and has exemplified the true meaning of being a Veritas man or woman. The amount of the scholarship is $2,000.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how exemplify the qualifications entailed above. Applicants will be selected by administration based on criteria in their application submission.
Carmen Armistead Scholarship
The Carmen Armistead Scholarship is an endowed scholarship through the St. Pius X High School Foundation and was established in 2020 to honor the dedication of Carmen Armistead, the former Head of School of St. Pius X High School. The Carmen Armistead Scholarship is awarded to an existing student in any grade level that exemplifies charism in his or her daily life. The amount of the scholarship is $2,000.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how exemplify the qualifications entailed above. Applicants will be selected by administration based on criteria in their application submission.
Allan Minar Scholarship
The Allan Minar Scholarship is an endowed scholarship through the St. Pius X High School Foundation and was established in 2020 to honor the dedication of Allan Minar, CPA, who was the Director of Finance from 1997 to 2016 at St. Pius X High School. The Allan Minar Scholarship is awarded to an existing student in any grade level that exemplifies charism in his or her daily life. The amount of the scholarship is $2,000.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how he/she exemplifies the qualifications entailed above. Applicants will be selected by administration based on criteria in their application submission.
Humphrey and Linda (Kappe) Hughes Difference Maker Scholarship
Humphrey and Linda (Kappe) Hughes Difference Maker Scholarship is an endowed scholarship through the St. Pius X High School Foundation and was established in 2022 to honor a student that is a Difference Maker. The funding was generously donated by Tommy Hughes ’62, Joe Hughes ’64, Therese Hughes Palermo ’70, and Bernie Hughes ’71. A Difference Maker is defined by a hard-working student in good standing with the Community who demonstrates positive involvement both inside and outside the Community, demonstrates leadership qualities, and is an enthusiastic advocate of St. Pius X High School. The Difference Maker Scholarship is awarded to rising Senior with at least a 3.0 GPA. The amount of the scholarship is $2,500.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how he/she exemplifies the qualifications entailed above. Applicants will be selected by administration based on criteria in their application submission.
Susi West Scholarship
Mrs. Suzi West '69 was a long time Math teacher (1981-2016) at St. Pius X High School and was the wife of long-time social studies teacher, Gary West. Both of their children, Brenna '95 and Garrett '09, also attended St. Pius X High School. Mrs. West passed away from cancer at Christmastime 2021 and donations were made in her honor by many SPX Community members. This scholarship is awarded to an incoming freshman especially interested in Math. The amount of the scholarship is $1,000.
To qualify, applicants must meet the criteria above and submit an up to 500 word essay detailing how he/she exemplifies the qualifications entailed above. Applicants will be selected by administration based on criteria in their application submission.
The deadline to submit a scholarship application for the following school year is March 1.