Many State College Area School District alumni have contributed to this fund to honor their alma mater by providing awards to State College Area High School seniors. Students are recognized for their participation in school and/or community activities, demonstration of leadership, and academic achievement. The mission of the SCASD is to prepare students for lifelong success through excellence in education. The district draws its students from a 150 square mile attendance area encompassing the Borough of State College and the surrounding townships of College, Ferguson, Halfmoon, Harris, and Patton, totaling an enrollment of approximately 6,900.