The Hampton Gazette is pleased to announce our second year of offering a $1000 scholarship to a deserving high school senior from Hampton. The 2024 recipient must complete an application, available online at hamptongazette.com, and submit a 500-750 word essay on this year’s topical topic, “Democracy”. The essay must include the applicant’s understanding of democracy and its importance to our country, as well as using personal experiences which describe the way living in a democracy affects their daily life. The essay must be the students’ original work; quotations may be used sparingly if plainly identified. The applicant must be a resident of Hampton, currently enrolled in high school, graduating in June of 2024 and planning to attend a college, university or vocational school in Fall of 2024. Applications and essays are due May 1, 2024, and must be mailed to: The Hampton Gazette; P. O. Box 101; Hampton, CT. 06247. The $1,000 Scholarship will be awarded on June 1, 2024.

The Editorial Board of The Hampton Gazette