POMFRET — The Pomfret Trustees of Public Funds have announced the availability of two $1,000 scholarships for graduating seniors of Woodstock Union High School. These scholarships, rooted in Pomfret’s history and commitment to education, are open to students residing in Pomfret who plan to pursue further education.
The Mabel E. Vaughan Educational Trust Fund, established in 1961, awards a scholarship to an outstanding and promising graduate selected by the Woodstock High School faculty and the School Board chair. The selection is based on a student’s character, ambition, and academic achievement.
The second scholarship is made possible through the Avis M. Keith Fund, which was created in 1945 to support the educational pursuits of Pomfret women. In a heartfelt letter written at the time, Ms. Keith credited the town with enabling her education through a scholarship she received in 1882 to attend Randolph State Normal School. Her gift, she wrote, was made “in appreciation for what the town of Pomfret did for me many years ago.”
Both scholarships reflect Pomfret’s long-standing investment in the success of its young residents. The application deadline is April 7, 2025, and the trustees encourage all eligible students to apply.
Residents interested in contributing to these funds to support future students are invited to contact the Trustees directly.
For more info. or questions, contact the Pomfret Trustees of Public Funds at pomfretvt.us.
