Prince Henry Society announces scholarship deadline

FALL RIVER — Students of Portuguese descent from Fall River area schools may now apply for the annual Fall River Chapter of the Prince Henry Society scholarships. Applications must be submitted or postmarked by April 11.

This scholarship is only open to students graduating from Atlantis Charter School, Bishop Connolly, B.M.C. Durfee, Diman Regional Vocational Technical, Joseph Case, Seekonk, Somerset Berkley Regional, Tiverton and Westport high schools.

Students who live in Greater Fall River but attend other area schools should contact the New Bedford or Taunton chapters to see if they are eligible for their scholarships.

Students must be of Portuguese descent, write an essay about the influence of their culture, and submit transcripts, financials and letters of recommendations. Applications are accepted from guidance counselors and reviewed by a committee of members. Scholarships are awarded each June.

“This small contribution is not only financial assistance to relieve some of the financial burdens but is an investment in the betterment of our community,” PHS President Robert Medeiros said.

Students can get applications from high guidance counselors, the society website, phsfr.org, St. Anthony of Padua Credit Union, Rockland Trust in Somerset, and Alexandra's Boutique.

In addition to scholarships, the Prince Henry Society provides community assistance, and maintain local monuments including the Prince Henry statue on Eastern Avenue and the Gates of the City. To keep Portuguese traditions and culture alive, the society works with the LusoCentro at Bristol Community College and with other groups in the South Coast.

Additional information about the Society and its programs is available on their website. For more information, to establish a scholarship or to make a donation, call 508-916-4150, email frphsweb@gmail.com or use the contact form at www.phsfr.org.