The Dr. Mark O. Hagenbuch Living History Scholarship Fund

The Dr. Mark O. Hagenbuch Living History Scholarship Fund provides financial support to graduates of Northern York County High School in Dillsburg, PA who have a passion for history and are pursuing higher education. Dr. Hagenbuch served as principal of Northern and South Mountain Elementary Schools from 1987-2008. He believed that the best way to understand the past is to experience it firsthand. Historical reenacting, genealogy, and vexillology were part of his life’s work as an educator and community leader.

One of Dr. Hagenbuch’s favorite quotes was by the great educator and abolitionist Horace Mann, who said, “Be ashamed to die until you have won some victory for humanity.”

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Deadline

Awarded in 2026

Award

This scholarship is a one-time only award. Award amount varies.

Criteria

The student should be a graduating high-school senior from Northern York High School
Full or Part time attendance at a Four Year, Two Year, Trade or Technical school or enrolled in a certificate program
Interest in history, including having taken at least two History electives
Service to the community
Essay required – max 300 words: Explain how the phrase “living history” relates to you and your future
Financial need
One letter of recommendation

Essay

Explain how the phrase “living history” relates to you and your future.

Max 300 words.

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