Deadline: February 2, 2027
Status: Currently Closed
Award Amount: $5,000
Number of Awards: 1
Selection Criteria:
- Graduating high school seniors from Conard High School in West Hartford, CT
- Maintained a grade point average of at least 2.50
- Planning to attend a two- or four-year, private or public college/university and/or a vocational technical school
- Involved with volunteer, community service and/or extra-curricular activities in either the Conard High School and/or the town of West Hartford communities
- The priority criteria is not academic achievement, but demonstrated courage, compassion towards others, humility, a love of the outdoors, and a team player, all qualities demonstrated by Douglas Myers
His parents established this scholarship fund in memory of Douglas Myers, who died from cancer after his junior year at Conard High School in West Hartford. Doug played on the varsity lacrosse and wrestling teams and loved spending time outdoors skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and kayaking. Awards are made to Conard graduates who embody Doug’s courageous and adventurous spirit.