Salkowski Family Scholarship Application

The purpose of the Salkowski Family Scholarship Fund is to honor Mark Salkowski '78, who contributed to the John Carroll Wrestling program and led the only undefeated Wrestling team in the history of the School. Mark was outgoing, charismatic, hardworking and deeply caring. He was determined and devoted to helping wherever needed and bringing out the best in others. Mark was dedicated to being physically fit and healthy his whole life and encouraged others in this pursuit. He cherished and maintained his relationships with high school friends throughout his life. Mark passed away in 2015 from a glioblastoma brain tumor.


The scholarship also honors Albert and Blanche Salkowski. Albert (1924–2012) was a fierce advocate of education and lifelong learner. He was proud of his 10 children and Polish heritage, and was a John Carroll Board member for many years. Blanche (1926–2009) was always an active volunteer and advocate for education, the disabled and all 10 of her children.


The Salkowski Family seeks to honor and acknowledge their parents and brother by providing funds for a John Carroll student to reap the benefits of an education at the institution that was an integral part of their family. From 1966 until 1988, almost four decades, one of the 10 Salkowski siblings was continuously enrolled at the School and, in 2010, the next generation of Salkowski's graduated. Each benefited and contributed in meaningful ways.


Deadline to Apply: March 28, 2025


Eligibility: Current Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors with financial need (must apply for financial aid)


Application Requirements & Process: Complete the application below.


The winners will be chosen by the Salkowski family, together with the Advancement Office, based on the merits of the essays and financial need. The John Carroll Advancement Office will notify winners in writing. The awards will be presented annually by members of the family.


For questions, please contact the Advancement Office at advancement@johncarroll.org.

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In what manner does your involvement in the school community recognize the importance of caring for body, mind and spirit? How do you balance your academics, athletics and service?

How does your involvement in the School impact the quality of the relationships you have formed in the John Carroll community? How do you intend to nurture and maintain those relationships after Graduation?

How has your own family heritage helped to form and inform your personal identity? How do you honor that heritage?

In what manner are you able and willing to be of service to others? Why is that important to you?

To what degree is your education a priority in your life? How do you live that out?

What is your greatest “disability” and how does that help you recognize that anyone having a disability does not disqualify one from learning, living a healthy and fulfilling life, and remaining engaged with the community?

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