Scholarships:
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Barbara Luskanen Gill Scholarship
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Margaret & Carlo Pola Family Scholarship
In 2026 FOSTA offered two $1,500 scholarships to graduating Sandwich High School seniors!
We proudly continued our traditional scholarship in memory of former archivist Barbara Luskanen Gill, and for 2026--and the next two years--we are honored to partner with the Pola family to bring you the Margaret and Carlo Pola Family Scholarship. See below for more information.
Both scholarships were offered to full-time students continuing their education at a fully accredited institution.
Congratulations to Laren Frazel, recipient of the Barbara Luskanen Gill Scholaarship, and Megan Jakubicka, recipient of the Carlo and Margaret Pola Family Scholarship. Please go here to read their essays, "What Sandwich Has Meant to Me."
Barbara L. Gill Scholarship
This award honors former town archivist Barbara Luksanen Gill (1932-2019). Ms. Gill served as Sandwich's second archivist for 28 years before retiring in 2016. Read more about Barbara's background here.
Ms. Gill is pictured here with her husband, Clyde Gill.
Recipients:
2026 - Lauren Frazel
2025 - Adam Ferreira
2024 - Bridgid Kelly
2023 - Kelly Broder
2022 - Morgan Ramsey
2020 - Nina Sundermeyer
2019 - Keri Anna Gould
2018 - Caitlin Marie Furlani
2017 - James Stack
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Margaret and Carlo Pola Family Scholarship
Carlo Pola, born and raised in Sandwich, met his future wife, Margaret (Peggy) while both were serving in Washington D.C. during World War II. Following the war they returned to Sandwich and raised nine children, all of whom graduated from the Sandwich school system.
Carlo and Peggy believed that education comes in many forms and is enhanced by varied and shared experiences. One way they ensured a well-rounded life was to support the community they both loved. Carlo was a town selectman, served on the board of Elder Services, and was a commander of VFW Post 188. Peggy was chairman of the United Way and a long-time member of the school committee. Community service and a commitment to life-long learning was a way of life for them.
Their family is honored to continue Carlo and Peggy's legacy by offering this scholarship in partnership with FOSTA.
Recipient:
2026 - Lauren Frazel
How to Apply
In order to be considered for either scholarship students must complete the General Scholarship Application found in their Naviance account.
Applicants must reside in Sandwich and have been accepted for enrollment into a college or university. Evaluation will be based on the student's GPA, extracurricular activities, demonstrated dedication to community, and a written essay on "What Sandwich means to me."
All questions, including the period during which applications should be submitted, should be directed to the Sandwich High School Guidance office.