Five Franklin County high school seniors were recently awarded scholarships towards their health-related degree programs from the Martin H. Wennar, MD Health Education Fund.

The $3000.00 scholarships were presented at a fund-raising event held at The Bliss Room at the St. Albans Museum. NMC’s CEO Peter J. Wright welcomed attendees and Rachael Shepardson-Rudden, RN was the guest speaker. Dr. Frank Zelazo presented the awards to the honorees.

The 2023 recipients of the scholarships are:

• Kayla Gervais from EFHS, who will be studying nursing
• Eleanor Maguire from MVU, who will be studying nursing
• Madeline Saunders from MVU, who will be studying nursing
• John Viens from RHS, who will be studying physical therapy
• Sierra Yates from BFA, who will be studying physical therapy

Each year, the Martin H. Wennar Health Professions Scholarships are presented to graduating high school seniors entering collegiate studies in a healthcare field. Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and community service.

Congratulations to these winners, and we look forward to hearing about their successful healthcare careers in the future.