Award Amount: $500

Application Deadline: April 30th Annually

This scholarship is for high school students who live within our catchment area or who will be graduating from Woodstock Union High School in Woodstock, VT.

For more than 25 years, the Ottauquechee Health Foundation has improved the health and well-being of those who live in the towns we serve. We do this through financial assistance, community partnerships, education opportunities, and support of wellness initiatives. We assist in the healthcare needs of these core towns: Barnard, Bridgewater, Hartland, Killington, Plymouth, Pomfret, Quechee, Reading, and Woodstock, VT. To help support our mission of creating the healthiest communities possible, OHF has founded the OHF Health and Wellness Scholarship Award. This scholarship will be awarded to those planning to pursue or expand their careers in the health and wellness fields. 

To download an application please visit their website at https://ohfvt.org/scholarships/

Digital Responsibility offers four scholarships to share the personal and public consequences of technology.

Eligibility: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home-schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.

E-waste ScholarshipThis scholarship helps you understand the impact of e-waste and what can be done to reduce e-waste.Deadline: April 30, 2025Amount: $1,000https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships

Every year, Let Grow asks U.S. high school seniors to think about the importance of independence, curiosity, and open-mindedness in their everyday lives. This year, we are increasing our award amounts! We will award an $8,000 scholarship to the Grand Prize Winner, and $2,000 each to three Runners-Up.Let Grow will accept the first 5,000 submissions, or until our closing date of April 30th, 2025.Learn more and apply at https://letgrow.org/program/think-for-yourself-scholarship/

ScholarshipDeadline: May 1stPlease hand in your completed application to the Counseling Office at WUHSMosher Excavating, Inc. is proud to support those students who show great promise and have applied themselves diligently in their studies. It is our goal by rewarding this scholarship that we re-enforce our commitment to special individuals that we hope will enrich our community and the lives that they will touch. Each year we are faced with the selection process and we choose our recipients based on many factors; however we are most looking for students who will focus their studies in areas where we feel an impact might be felt locally and whom we feel the need will be greatly appreciated. We want to be able to offer the award to an individual that will bring back knowledge and skills to the State of Vermont in either Environmental Studies or a similar field.Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS.

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

In keeping with its annual goal of rewarding qualified high school seniors, The Ludlow Area Rotary Club (LRC) is encouraging eligible seniors to apply for scholarships to help meet their goals for higher education following graduation from high school this year.

The LRC has awarded over $290,000 in scholarships in the past to students seeking financial assistance for college and advanced trade programs.

Graduating seniors who reside in the LRC area towns of Ludlow, Cavendish, Plymouth, and Mt Holly who plan on pursuing higher education are invited to apply for these scholarships.  Such applications may be obtained through the Guidance Office of the student’s high school.  They need to be submitted by May 1, 2025, to Timothy Faulkner, Chair of the Ludlow Rotary Scholarship Committee, PO Box 216, Ludlow, VT  05149.

Recipients are selected on the basis of the following criteria: scholastic achievement, financial need, realistic goals, extracurricular activities, and community service.

The scholarships available are:

·  Daniel E. Kesman Memorial Scholarship

·  Robert W. Kirkbride Rotary Scholarship

·  Ralph D. Hogancamp Vocational Scholarship

·  Joseph Girouard Scholarship

Daniel Kesman and Ralph Hogancamp were legendary members of the Ludlow Rotary, which is celebrating its 99th year of service to the community in 2025. Robert Kirkbride was an active member of the Ludlow Rotary for more than 60 years – an amazing record.  Jay Girouard helped make the annual Rotary Penny Sale a success.

Applications for these awards are available through the school's Main Office and should be submitted to the LRC by May 1, 2025.  Awards will be presented at the school’s annual award night program.

If Guidance Counselors, Parents, or students have any questions they can email me at kitcrow66@gmail.com or call me at 1 (802) 299-5527.

Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS. Please see Joni Kennedy

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

College Scholarship Opportunity for students from New England 150 Scholarships Available| Awards range from $2,000 to $17,000 Renewable for four yearsApplication and information available at: https://phillips-scholarship.org/

Early Response Deadline 12 noon, April 3, 2025

Regular deadline 12 noon, May 1, 2025

Description of Scholarship: This annual scholarship has been established in memory of Maryann Farley Gagner, a beloved member of the Black River High School family who served our community for over twenty years. This award is given to a deserving senior who exemplifies the core values of kindness, respect, tolerance and compassion. Maryann herself never failed to demonstrate these qualities in her interactions with students, parents, and colleagues; she was an advocate for those in need and she lived each day in accordance with her belief in love, patient,e and dedicated service to others. Maryann was also a champion for the underdog, encouraging each student to persevere through hard times and to never give up on themselves. In keeping with Maryann’s spirit of inclusion, there are two options for submissions and submissions are open to all students regardless of academic performance. Open to students who are residents of Ludlow, Mount Holly, and Plymouth and who are in their senior

(12th) year of education for use in any post-secondary institution including college, university, vocational or certificate program.Amount: Up to $1,000Deadline to submit applications is May 1stScholarship applications can be emailed to me at dharrisonlcsw@gmail.com, or sent to me at:

Deb Harrison

PO Box 16

Cavendish, VT 05142.

Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS. Please see Joni Kennedy

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

East Barnard Community Club is pleased to announce that the 2025 Luna Moore Scholarships are available to high school seniors who live in the Broad Brook watershed.* We are interested in helping students to further their education by providing assistance to enroll in certified training programs, trade schools, and two and four-year colleges.

 Each scholarship grant is $500.  Scholarship recipients are selected by the three scholarship trustees.  Criteria for the award include character and financial need. Grants are awarded upon successful completion of the first term/semester of the program in which they have enrolled. 

Applicants must send a letter that explains their future education plans and describes their academic records and achievements, community and other involvement, and financial need.  The applicant’s physical home address as well as the mailing address if it is different, should be included. 

 The deadline for submission is May 1st, 2025.  Letters of application should be sent to Jeff Thomas via mail or email at jthomas@wrvsu.org. Selected applicants will be notified by mail in the second week of May.

 Jeff Thomas

4253 Allen Hill Road       

So. Royalton VT 05068 

*The Broad Brook watershed includes those portions of Barnard, Pomfret, Royalton, and Sharon where streams flow into Broad Brook. Residents who live on property contiguous with these portions are also eligible for scholarships. Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS. Please see Joni Kennedy

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

APPLICATION DEADLINE MUST BE RECEIVED AT WINDSOR LODGE BY MAY 2, 2025

ELIGIBILITY: 

·       Member of the Windsor, Brownsville, Hartland, or Reading Communities OR

·       Relative of a Lodge Member AND

·       Must be continuing his/her education in a two or four-year college or tech program. 

Candidates Shall Exhibit a strong history of volunteer or charitable service - Leadership Skills - A commitment to their community and humanitarian efforts.

Applications available from local high school Main Office, at Lodge or for electronic copy contact Chairman Wendy.moody@wsesu.net or Secretary c.sylvia@comcast.net.

Applications are available in the Main Office.Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

802CU offers annual scholarships totaling $10,000 to students demonstrating remarkable promise, dedication, and merit, helping them to realize their potential.

Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue higher education and are active 802CU members. Candidates must complete the application in full to be considered, which requires transcripts, a recommendation letter, and a personal essay.

Grants are made on the basis of academic excellence, extracurricular activities, community service, financial need, and completeness of the application. Please return the completed application by May 2, 2025To download an application please visit their website at https://www.802cu.com/membership/community/scholarships/

Each school year, the Vermont Principals’ Association (VPA) will award $500 scholarships to high school seniors who are the children of VPA members. If you are interested in being considered, please send this form and supporting materials, postmarked no later than May 5, 2025. The scholarships will be announced in June and will be awarded pending enrollment in their first year of college.

To learn more and apply please visit their website at https://vpaonline.org/student-activities/scholarships/

The Sammy Pierce Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to two deserving individuals in recognition of their volunteer time and efforts. These scholarships are open to students served by the Crown Point Board of REALTORS and who reside full-time in Andover, Baltimore, Cavendish, Chester, Clarendon, Grafton, Ludlow, Mount Holly, Plymouth, Reading, Rockingham, Shrewsbury, Springfield, Townshend, Wallingford, Weathersfield, Weston, West Windsor and Windham.

The Crown Point Board awards $1,000 to two deserving individuals. They may be the class of 2025 high school graduates, homeschoolers, returning college students, previous recipients, or adult students. Applicants should be continuing their education in a two or four-year program. While the course of study is not restricted in any way, applicants must have a strong history of volunteer or charitable service, leadership, and commitment to their community.

Application and information for the Sammy Pierce Memorial Scholarships are available at your local high School in the Main Office or by contacting Betty McEnaney via text at 802-236-7099. The deadline to submit applications is Monday, May 5th, 2025.  Selections will be announced in June.

The Sammy Pierce Memorial Scholarships are given in memory of Sammy Pierce, who is remembered as one of the most generous, thoughtful REALTORS in Windsor County. His giving character and the impact he made on his community is honored by this annual scholarship.

Those wishing to contribute to the Sammy Pierce Education Fund are encouraged to do so. Donations can be made out to the Sammy Pierce Education Fund, and mailed to Betty McEnaney, PO Box 402, Ludlow, Vermont 05149.

Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS.

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

 The Town of Reading will present a Community Service Award to a Reading student who will graduate from an Accredited High School or Home School Program in 2025

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior from Accredited High School or Home School Program in 2025.

2. Applicant must be a US Citizen or a permanent resident and a resident of Reading, Vermont, for his/her final two years of high school.

3. Applicant will be selected according to the following considerations: volunteer work and community service.

4. Applicant must be applying to attend an accredited college or university.

Put your completed application, volunteer worksheet, essay, and recommendations in a sealed envelope and return to the Reading Town Office by May 6, 2025.

Town of ReadingAttn: Community Service AwardPO Box 72Reading, Vermont 05062

Applications will be available at the WUHS Guidance Office, the Reading Town Office or visit the website: www.readingvt.govoffice.com

Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS. Please see Joni Kennedy

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

The Vermont Lions Hart Memorial Award is presented to a graduating high school senior who has a disability or debilitating illness, either physically or mentally and is planning to attend college upon graduating high school.  The recipient will receive $1,000 to further their education and will also be honored with a Vermont Lions Hart Memorial plaque.

Deadline is May 8, 2025

Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

ELIGIBILITY: This scholarship is open to college-bound seniors who have demonstrated an active interest or participation in the performing or visual arts

DEADLINE FOR FILING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION: May 9, 2025

Applications are available in the Main Office.

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

Applicant must be a resident of Barnard, Bethel, Braintree, Brookfield, Chelsea, Granville, Hancock, Northfield, Pittsfield, Randolph, Rochester, Roxbury, Royalton, Sharon, Stockbridge, Strafford, Tunbridge, Vershire, Washington, Williamstown or Woodstock, Vermont.

Be entering a higher education program to pursue a career in a health profession.

For more information and a copy of the application, please stop by the Main Office at WUHSMS

Application deadline is May 9, 2025.  Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS.

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

MVEA will award one scholarship to a current 12th grade student at WUHS who is highly considering/ majoring in Education.  Please fill out all necessary information and return to Counseling Services (these will be collected and forwarded to the MVEA Scholarship Committee for consideration and selection).  The amount of this scholarship is $500 and will be awarded in the second semester of college upon successful completion of the first semester and continuation of enrollment in an education program.

DUE DATE: May 9thApplications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS. Please see Joni KennedyApplications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

MVEA may award scholarships to children and grandchildren of members of MVEA who are in good standings at WUHS.  Please fill out all necessary information and return to Counseling Services (these will be collected and forwarded to the MVEA Scholarship Committee for consideration and selection).  The amount of this scholarship will be $500 for each eligible applicant.

DUE DATE:  May 9th

Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS. Please see Joni Kennedy

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

is available to the children, grandchildren, or great grandchildren of former employees of Cone-Blanchard Machine Company having a minimum of five (5) years of continuous service with Cone-Blanchard Machine Company who meet the eligibility requirements.

Deadline is May 10, 2025

Applications are available in the Main office at WUHSMS.

Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

The Scholars Program has two goals- first, to incentivize qualified individuals to pursue a career in professional nursing; and second, to encourage Registered Nurse (RN) graduates to begin their career at Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center, a Dartmouth Hitchcock System member, or a Critical Access Hospital in Vermont.

All applications are due by May 14, 2025For more information, call Amy Visser-Lynch, MSN, RN, CENP, Chief Nursing Officer, Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center, 289 County Road, Windsor, VT 05089, (802) 674-7250, or via email at Amy.VisserLynch@mahhc.org.Applications are available in the Main Office at WUHSMS.Applications are also available at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1knpfQ5pjFMnZFJXrHonrjWqi2vszfwZj?usp=sharing

The Broad Brook Foundation offers a financial grant to high school seniors who live in the Broad Brook watershed* to congratulate them on completing high school and choosing to continue their educational journey. Our goal is to celebrate our local graduates as they enter certified training programs, trade schools, and two and four-year colleges.

Each financial grant is $500. Recipients are selected by the four board trustees. 

Eligibility: 2025 High School Graduation

Residence in the Broad Brook watershed*

The Broad Brook watershed includes those portions of Barnard, Pomfret, Royalton, and Sharon where streams flow into Broad Brook. Residents who live on property contiguous with these portions are also eligible for grants.

Acceptance into a certified training program, trade school, or two or four-year college

Applicants will send a letter with their high school graduation information and their upcoming education plans. The applicant’s physical home address as well as the mailing address ( if it is different), should be included to establish eligibility. 

The deadline for submission is May 15th, 2025.  Letters of application should be sent to Sue Schlabach via mail or email at sue.schlabach@gmail.com. Selected applicants will be notified by the end of May.

Grants will be awarded upon high school graduation. 

Broad Brook Foundation Members
Bushrod Powers, Sue Schlabach, Dianne Noble, David Firestone
Broad Brook Foundation ℅ Sue Schlabach
4 E Barnard Rd
So. Royalton VT 05068
email sue.schlabach@gmail.com

The Cameron Impact Scholarship is impact-driven and open to all applicants who meet the GPA and citizenship requirements, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, religion, sexual orientation or any other background factors.  Integrity, intelligence, motivation, work ethic, and willingness to serve others are the strongest indicators of a worthy educational investment.

·      15 scholarships awarded per annum

·      Four-year, full tuition scholarship (actual dollar amount varies based upon school selection) 

·      Freedom in choice of school and area of study

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

·Accepting applications for the Class of 2026;

·have a cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.7 or higher; 

·be a citizen of the United States.

*** WE ARE LIMITED TO ACCEPTING A TOTAL OF 3,000 COMPLETE APPLICATIONS.

EARLY APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025 - 12:00PM / NOON PT

REGULAR APPLICATION DEADLINE: WHEN WE REACH 3,000 ELIGIBLE APPLICATIONS OR WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 - 12:00PM / NOON PT - WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.  Please note that we typically hit our maximum number of applications well in advance of the September Deadline. 

***** We are only able to accept and review a total of 3,000 complete and eligible applications - please note that we typically reach capacity prior to the final deadline and we STRONGLY ENCOURAGE applicants to submit well before the September deadline. 

https://www.bryancameroneducationfoundation.org/

For nearly 50 years, Lyric Theatre Company has been part of the dynamic arts community in the area. For the past several years, Lyric Theatre Company has awarded $2,000 to an area high school senior to help support their interest in pursuing an education in the performing arts. This scholarship, The Delano-Nulty Award, honors two of Lyric’s founding members—Howard Delano and Polly Nulty.

* Please note that this scholarship is only available to those who are pursuing a major in the performing arts

Submit your application for the 2025 award now! All submissions are due by Friday, May 23, 2025 to be considered for this year’s scholarship.

For more information and to apply please visit their website at https://lyrictheatrevt.org/education/delano-nulty-award/

Bethel Area Rotary is pleased to announce our 2025 scholarships for this year’s graduating seniors from the White River Valley High School and the towns we serve at the Randolph Technical and Career Center or other local educational programs. We will offer several scholarships of up to $1,000 to students attending two or four-year educational experiences or vocational training.  Our scholarships are open to students from our chartered towns: Bethel, Royalton, Tunbridge, Barnard, Rochester, Pittsfield, and Stockbridge, entering college, vocational training, or entering a trade and in need of specialized equipment.

Bethel Area Rotary will select scholarship awardees based on a simple application process. Students are asked to clearly include all of their contact information and what they envision as their next educational or career steps as they answer the following prompts.

Students should answer the following two questions each in no more than 150 words:How will a Rotary scholarship enhance your educational or career goals? andHow does your life so far exemplify Rotary’s mission of “ Service Above Self”?You should also include a resume or CV of relevant community or work activities.Applications must be received by Friday May 30th, and can be paper or digital submissions. Scholarships will be announced in June at the end of the school year. Educational scholarships are disbursed in late summer after we receive notification of enrollment. 

Include contact information in your carefully prepared materials and send it digitally or by USPS to:

Bethel Area RotaryPO Box 239, Bethel, Vermont 05032For information and  digital submissions  contact: Rotary President – Jeanne Conde at bethelarearotary@gmail.com

Notes for Student ApplicantsBethel Rotary Scholarships 2025

Congratulations on finishing your high school education and looking forward to your next life goals. Those goals can take you in many directions and our scholarship program recognizes we need a diversity of future leaders in our communities. We will support students in their endeavors through the Bethel Rotary Scholarship Program that awards up to $1,000 in scholarships to several deserving students each year.

Please pay attention to thoughtfully and succinctly answering the following 2 questions in 150 words or less.

• How will a Rotary scholarship enhance your educational or career goals? 

• How does your life so far exemplify Rotary’s mission of “ Service Above Self”?

A one-page resume or CV should reflect any work or volunteer experiences you may have had. We are especially interested in how these may reflect our mission of Service Above Self which you will be addressing in the second question. Please include any Rotary involvement or volunteer work you have done. 

Our scholarships are offered to committed, well-rounded students. While we recognize that scholastics are important, many other personal qualities will help make you a contributing member of our community. These funds can be used for two—or four-year educational experiences, well-documented trade apprenticeships, and specialized tools.

Applications must be received by Friday, May 30th,  and can be paper or digital submissions. Scholarships will be announced in June at the end of the school year. Educational scholarships are disbursed in late summer after we receive notification of enrollment. Include contact information in your carefully prepared materials and USPS mail or email it to Bethel Area Rotary.

PO Box 239, Bethel, Vermont 05032For information contact: Rotary President – Jeanne Conde at bethelarearotary@gmail.com

While most other scholarships focus exclusively on academic achievement or leadership potential, Horatio Alger Scholarships are also intended for promising students who have critical financial need, demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and are determined to succeed.CAREER & TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIPS

For current high school seniors and non-traditional students interested in pursuing an associate’s degree or certificate program

Application Period: March 15 – June 15

Learn more at https://horatioalger.org/scholarships/

While most other scholarships focus exclusively on academic achievement or leadership potential, Horatio Alger Scholarships are also intended for promising students who have critical financial need, demonstrate integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, and are determined to succeed.CAREER & TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIPS

For current high school seniors and non-traditional students interested in pursuing an associate’s degree or certificate program

Application Period: March 15 – June 15

Learn more at https://horatioalger.org/scholarships/

Our Lariat STEM Scholarship is directed towards students between 18-24, from lower-income families in rural areas, who are pursuing a degree in math or science.

Our Lariat STEM Scholarship is directed towards students between 18-24, from lower-income families in rural areas, who are pursuing a degree in math or science.Deadline is June 15, 2025

To learn more and apply please go to https://lariatfoundation.org/scholarships-and-requirements/

Digital Responsibility offers four scholarships to share the personal and public consequences of technology.

Eligibility: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.Digital Privacy Scholarship

This scholarship helps you understand why you should be cautious about what you post on the Internet.

Deadline: June 30, 2025

Amount: $1,000

https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships

Digital Responsibility offers four scholarships to share the personal and public consequences of technology.

Eligibility: You must be a high school freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior or a current or entering college or graduate school student of any level. Home schooled students are also eligible. There is no age limit. You must also be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.Don't Text and Drive Scholarship

This scholarship helps you understand the risks of texting while driving.

Deadline: September 30, 2025

Amount: $1,000

https://www.digitalresponsibility.org/scholarships

My name is Petty Officer Marlow. I am the $200,000.00 NROTC Scholarship Coordinator for NTAG New England!

      The Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) is a scholarship program that provides full tuition, stipends, summer training cruises, and more so you can enjoy a traditional college experience while preparing to serve as a Naval Officer. It’s a distinguished honor with a powerfully simple purpose: to train exceptional students for our future fleet, provide financing and opportunity for an outstanding college experience and help you achieve your true potential with a career that would make any other day job jealous. 

Find out about the adventure, flexibility, opportunity, and education the Navy ROTC scholarship program.