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​South Jefferson Rescue Squad, Inc. is proud to announce the establishment of a yearly $1,000 scholarship in the name of Brian C. Thomas. Brian was an active member and Treasurer for our organization and died unexpectedly on July 29, 2017.

Below is the criteria that has been established with the help of the Thomas family:

  • Awarded annually to a student from Belleville Henderson School or South Jefferson Central School who has been accepted at either a two-year or four-year college/university.
 
  • $1,000 to be awarded after the recipient has completed his/her first semester and submits transcripts showing a “C+” or better average
 
  • Average a minimum of 85
 
  • Demonstrated community service (minimum of 10 hours/year)
 
  • Demonstrated interest in the Healthcare field (MASH Camp, New Vision, Course work—AP Bio, AP Chem A&P, Volunteer at hospital, Ambulance or Fire Department)
 
  • Provide essay (minimum of 250 words) – “How can young people make a difference through community service?” Essay should be typed (double spaced).
 
  • The application, essay, PLUS proof of college acceptance is to be returned to: South Jefferson Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 126, Adams, NY 13605 prior to July 15th.
 
  • Applications will be reviewed by the Executive Committee and Thomas family and the winner will be notified.
​“Brian was very community oriented and his EMS Family could not think of a better way to honor him” states Deborah Singleton, Executive Director. In addition to the Rescue Squad, Brian was a Village of Adams Trustee, baseball coach, Boy Scout Leader – to name a few. 
Brian C. Thomas Scholarship Application
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Donations made here will go to the Brian C. Thomas Memorial Scholarship Fund.