Scholarships
Making a difference in the lives of students.
The Emily Koenig Spirit Award is given annually to a seventh-grader at Villa Maria Academy who exhibits the qualities of good character, leadership and citizenship; all qualities Emily demonstrated during her brief life here on earth.
Congratulations to our
2026 scholarship recipient!
Savannah McFee
Savannah McFee is the recipient of the 2026 Emily Koenig Memorial Award. Savannah was chosen by her classmates for exemplifying the qualities of inclusion, generosity, and service to others, qualities which Emily herself embodied.
Previous Scholarship Recipients
2026
Savannah McFee
2025
Lucille Lindsay
2024
Mackenzie Zafferese
2023
Stella Schwab
2022
Kateryna Sembrot
2021
Avery Steltz
2020
Payton Denneny
2019
Gabriella Lucarelli
2018
Makena Walko
2017
Annie Shaw
2016
Mikayla Millison
2015
Grace Astolfi
2014
Madeline Krumenacker
2013
Carly Brogan
2012
Megan McCallister
2011
Grace Olenzak
2010
Holly Funk
2009
Michaela McCool
About the Scholarship
The Emily Koenig Spirit Award awards funds to one seventh-grade student currently attending Villa Maria Academy to go towards their tuition. All students are eligible for the scholarship, and the winner is chosen by all members of the current seventh-grade class.
Make a Scholarship Contribution
Help us continue to provide scholarships for students by giving to Emily’s Dash Foundation.