Author: NOTCH Editors

RICHFORD, VT — Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH) is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the NOTCH Scholarship. This annual award supports individuals from across the region who demonstrate strong commitment to community impact and personal growth through higher education.

The 2025 scholarship recipients reflect a wide range of educational journeys and life experiences. Each is pursuing a path rooted in service, care, and leadership—with deep connections to their communities and a shared dedication to making a difference.

Jessica Robert, St. Albans, VT

Vermont State University

Jessica is in her second year of an accelerated Associate Degree in Nursing program. A proud mother of two, she is passionate about delivering compassionate, evidence-based care and is focused on balancing her studies with family life as she works toward becoming a nurse.

 

Kyra Weatherwax, Enosburg Falls, VT

Russell Sage College

Kyra is studying psychology at Russell Sage College. She enjoys travel, art, and food, and looks forward to a career in school counseling. Kyra values the support NOTCH has provided her and her community in pursuing meaningful goals.

 

Liam Sweeney, Burlington, VT

University of Vermont

Liam earned his bachelor’s degree in Exercise & Sport Physiology before serving in the U.S. Army, including a deployment to Afghanistan in 2020. Now enrolled in UVM’s post-baccalaureate pre-med program and working for NOTCH, he is preparing for a career as a Physician Assistant.

 

Megan Dussault, Richford, VT

Villanova University

Megan will begin her studies at Villanova University this fall, where she plans to major in political science. With a strong interest in international affairs and public service, she hopes to one day contribute to the work of the U.S. State Department.

NOTCH congratulates each of this year’s recipients and celebrates the diversity of experiences and goals they represent. The NOTCH Scholarship reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in individuals who are working to improve health and opportunity in their communities.

Media Contact:
Lianne Trombley
ltrombley@notchvt.org
802-524-4535

About the NOTCH Scholarship Fund

The NOTCH Scholarship Fund awards four scholarships annually up to $2,500 each. The next scholarship application period will open in January of 2026. All are welcome to apply. Visit notchvt.org/notch-scholarship-fund for updates and information about the scholarship program.

About NOTCH

The Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH) is a network of community-based health centers providing comprehensive, patient-centered primary care across Franklin and Grand Isle counties in Vermont. As a federally qualified health center (FQHC), NOTCH offers medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. In addition to healthcare, NOTCH supports food access, education, and community wellness initiatives aimed at addressing the broader social determinants of health.

To learn more, visit notchvt.org.

RICHFORD, VT — Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH) is please to share that it is now accepting applications to the NOTCH Scholarship for Career Advancement for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Now in its second year, the NOTCH Scholarship fund was developed to support individuals in Northwestern Vermont who are pursuing continuing education to initiate, advance or retain expertise in their career field. Four scholarships will be awarded annually up to $2,500 each. Last year, four local community members received scholarship awards to help finance expenses related to their educational programs.

NOTCH will accept applications through April 18th, 2025, and announce awards in May of 2025.

Who Is Eligible to Apply?
This scholarship program is for anyone who is interested in advancing their career, whether they are a high school senior or already have an existing degree and/or workforce experience. The scholarship program aims to encourage continuing education for individuals interested in building or elevating their professional skills and expertise in a variety of fields that serve the local area.

The scholarship award may be used to finance college tuition fees, certification training and/or programs, professional licensing programs (e.g. commercial driver’s license), and other continuing education pathways for any field of employment. Scholarship awards will be disbursed directly to the recipients’ educational institutions, which may trigger overpayment and credit or refund to those who paid in full prior to award notification. Previous awardees are not eligible to apply.

To learn more about the NOTCH Scholarship Fund and how to apply, click here.

About NOTCH
Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH) is a mission-driven primary care practice with a focus on quality and continuity of care. We are a nonprofit corporation governed by a community-based Board of Directors whose mission is to provide high-quality care in Northwestern Vermont.

NOTCH’s team of compassionate and devoted healthcare professionals and support staff develop long-term relationships with patients, often serving multi-generational families. The organization offers a full spectrum of healthcare services, including family medicine, internal medicine, behavioral health, pharmacy, lab, general dentistry, and social grocery store.

RICHFORD, VT — Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH) is pleased to launch the NOTCH Scholarship Fund.

The fund was developed to support individuals in Northwestern Vermont who are pursuing continuing education to initiate, advance or retain expertise in their career field. Four scholarships will be awarded annually up to $2,500 each.

Executive director Kathy Benoit said NOTCH has always been committed to being socially responsible and this scholarship is just another example of that promise to positively impact local lives.

“Supporting access to education and training for all individuals is essential for our communities to thrive in this day and age,” she said. “NOTCH has had great success with supporting current staff in career advancement in our medical and dental fields and we feel it’s just as important in other fields.”

While NOTCH recognizes that most continuing education scholarship awards have already been announced for the upcoming academic year, the organization encourages eligible candidates to still apply for this year’s NOTCH scholarship.

NOTCH will accept applications through June 30, 2024, and announce awards in August of 2024. NOTCH anticipates future scholarship deadlines and award announcements will take place in the spring of each year.

This scholarship program is for anyone who is interested in advancing their career, whether they are a high school senior or already have an existing degree and/or workforce experience. The scholarship program aims to encourage continuing education for individuals interested in building or elevating their professional skills and expertise in a variety of fields that serve the local area.

The scholarship award may be used to finance college tuition fees, certification training and/or programs, professional licensing programs (e.g. commercial driver’s license), and other continuing education pathways for any field of employment. Scholarship awards will be disbursed directly to the recipients’ educational institutions, which may trigger overpayment and credit or refund to those who paid in full prior to award notification.

“We’re looking for individuals that demonstrate dedication and commitment,” Benoit said. “This can be in the form of anything from community involvement to academic excellence. Nobody with ambition should ever be held back from furthering their career path.

To learn more about the NOTCH Scholarship Fund and how to apply, click here.

About NOTCH
Northern Tier Center for Health (NOTCH) is a mission-driven primary care practice with a focus on quality and continuity of care. We are a nonprofit corporation governed by a community-based Board of Directors whose mission is to provide high-quality care in Northwestern Vermont.

NOTCH’s team of compassionate and devoted healthcare professionals and support staff develop long-term relationships with patients, often serving multi-generational families. The organization offers a full spectrum of healthcare services, including family medicine, internal medicine, behavioral health, pharmacy, lab, general dentistry, and social grocery store.