Chap attended St. Bonaventure High School, where he excelled in athletics and lettered in a variety of sports, before playing football for Ventura College and then moving onto the University of Southern California. He was imbued with the traditions held by the many members of his generational Ventura county families, most importantly, an adherence to the Catholic faith and of treating all human beings with dignity and respect. Chap's greatest talent was quite simple: he loved people, he lived for people, and he just couldn't get enough of them. In his mind, people were not good-they were great. His capacity and empathy for his fellow man was endless, and as his daily encounters accumulated throughout his. life.

Saint Bonaventure has established and endowed the John Chapman "Chappy" Morris Jr. Scholarship Program. Chappy Morris ('80) was a remarkable supporter of his alma mater, and a tireless booster of student athletes. This fund will honor that legacy and will be distributed amongst the students who meet the criteria.
The application process will also includes a 1 on 1 interview with Mr. Herrera and the Seraph academic scholarship committee and a 1 page written statement about Chappy Morris.

To apply for this scholarship, click here.

Mary Quirk was a lifelong educator committed to serving others, especially high school students. Mary enhanced St. Bonaventure in many ways through academic counseling, tutoring and administrative guidance. Mary's heart was with each St. Bonaventure High School student every day she was on campus. She was a kind and thoughtful person who fully enjoyed her life, family and friends. She had an innate ability of bringing people together, helping the underdog, giving back to the community by guiding ldds and giving them hope teaching them to believe in themselves. When one needed encouragement or guidance, Mary would often say, "Just take a step back and take a deep breath." Mary truly was every student's cheerleader, and truly believed in each student's ability, seeing Jesus in each and every one of them.
The application process will also include a 1 on 1 interview with Mr. Herrera and the Seraph academic scholarship committee and a 1 page written statement about Mary Quirk.

To apply for this scholarship, click here.