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2024 George Nasuti “Good Citizen” Scholarships Applications Available

 

The George Nasuti “Good Citizen” Scholarship Committee once again is offering four $1,000 scholarships.

To be considered for the 2024 scholarships, applicants must be a graduating senior from Woonsocket High School, Woonsocket Area Career and Technical Center, North Smithfield High School or Beacon Charter High School.  Eligible students must be pursuing higher education by enrolling in an accredited two or four-year college or university or an accredited technical career school or training program. 

Scholarships will be awarded to those students who have an extraordinary commitment to community service and who have demonstrated creativity in shaping their volunteer activities.

Application forms are available at your high school Guidance Office. Please return completed applications to your Guidance Office for submission to Scholarship Committee by Wednesday, May 1st, to be considered.

 

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