She explained that most communities let the center choose the scholarship recipients. Ms. Wolfe stated there are grants available, but that the center does rely heavily on support from school districts. The center ranks the students who are the most talented, most enthusiastic and with financial need. She cautioned the Board about spreading the scholarship money too thin among the eligible recipients. Ms. Wolfe stated that the Board needs to make a decision about how to spend the scholarship money before offering it.
Some districts offer only tuition and leave the room and board to the parents.
That would be a possible option for Enfield if there are a lot of students who are accepted. Mrs. Tibbetts asked if there is financial assistance available to students who do not get a scholarship. Ms. Wolfe stated the center does offer financial assistance and works very hard to help set up a viable solution with the parents. Mr. Hilinski thanked Ms. Wolfe for her time and presentation. Mrs. Tibbetts moved that the Board add to section 14, Executive Session, item b, Matter Related to Personnel Matters.