League of Women Voters scholarship applicants sought

The League of Women Voters of Vermont (LWVofVT) Education Fund is now accepting applications for its Winona Smith scholarship program. Created in 1998 to honor the legacy of LWVofVT leader Winona Smith, the scholarship is awarded annually to Vermont high school seniors who embody the characteristics and Smith’s qualities of civic participation and community service. Three $3,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who demonstrate financial need, scholastic achievement, and come highly recommended by their teacher.

Applications, due on Thursday, April 30, must be completed online. Students must submit two essays (300-500 words), one on issues concerning voting rights, and the other on the impact of a recent civic, national or world event. A letter of recommendation from a teacher is also required. More information, including application forms and recommendation submission information, is available at lwvofvt.org/education-fund.

The scholarship can be applied toward continuation of education in an accredited vocational, technical or trade school and two- or four-year college or university. Recipients will be announced Monday, June 1.

Last year, LWVofVT scholarships were awarded to students from Burr & Burton Academy, Mill River, Mount Anthony, and Otter Valley Union High schools. Questions can be directed to scholarship coordinator Audrey Grant at lwvofvt.edfund@gmail.com.