Middleborough Seniors Awarded Over $240K in Scholarships
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Meeting Date:
05/29/2024
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Recording Published:
05/29/2024
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Duration:
83 Minutes
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Towns:
Middleborough
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County:
Plymouth County
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State:
Massachusetts
- Meeting Overview:
The Middleborough School Committee meeting was an event for the community, particularly for the graduating seniors who were awarded a total of $243,800 in scholarships. This substantial financial support, aimed at aiding their future academic endeavors, was the most notable item discussed where families, sponsors, and school administrative staff celebrated the students’ accomplishments.
Principal Paul Brinan was at the forefront of the celebrations, acknowledging the generosity of the sponsors and the efforts of the coordinators who made the scholarship awards possible. He introduced the administrative team and class advisers who would play a role in the annual Scholarship Night.
As each senior’s name was called, the audience heard of their academic achievements and future aspirations, followed by applause as the students received their scholarships. Notably, scholarships were awarded from a variety of sources including local organizations, memorial funds, and educational trusts.
Among the scholarships, several students received notable accumulations from multiple sources. Tyler stood out with awards from numerous scholarships including the American Legion Post 64 scholarship and the Travis Albert Circle of Friends Scholarship. Similarly, Jack was recognized with a considerable array of scholarships including the Middleboro Little League Scholarship and the Mitchell Memorial Club Scholarship in memory of John Scanland. The diversity in scholarship sources, ranging from the Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce to the Rotary Club of Middleboro, exemplified the community’s investment in its youth.
The scholarships were not only numerous but also varied in their focus. For instance, Kamora received the Oako Homeowners Scholarship Fund among others, acknowledging her general academic pursuits, while Emerson was awarded the Middleboro Youth Softball Association Scholarship. James received the Middleboro Music Guild Scholarship, underlining the importance of the arts, and the F.H. Dean Scholarship went to Hugh, pointing to his academic excellence.
In addition to these individual accolades, the meeting served as a platform to celebrate the collective success of the entire class of graduating seniors. Students such as Caitlyn Carter, Isabella Kellow, Christina Chain, Fiona Clancy, and Molly Clear, along with a long list of their peers, were all congratulated for their academic successes and the scholarships they received. This comprehensive recognition served to not only celebrate individual students but also the overall achievement of the school’s educational efforts.
The high point of the meeting was the personal recognition of each senior’s achievements. Seniors like Emma Powers, who was named to the Division One dance team at Yukon, exemplified the exceptional talent within the graduating class. This personal touch not only highlighted the students’ academic success but also their extracurricular and personal accomplishments.
The event was not just about recognition but also about gratitude and community. Seniors were encouraged to write thank-you notes to the sponsors, an act emphasizing the importance of acknowledging the support received. Sponsors and families were then invited to a reception, fostering a sense of unity and celebration among all present.
Mrs. Carolyn Lyons
School Board Officials:
Mr. Richard J. Young, Mr. Ezekiel Lewis, Mr. Christopher Benson, Mrs. Jessica Chartoff, Mr. Allin Frawley, Mrs. Marcy Fregault
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
05/29/2024
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Recording Published:
05/29/2024
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Duration:
83 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Plymouth County
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Towns:
Middleborough
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