One scholarship of $1000.00 is being awarded annually in memory of Barbara Richard in recognition of her many years of dedication to students of all ages. Mrs. Richard taught for many years in various schools within the Bathurst area and was a strong advocate of post-secondary education.
Not only was she the first female in her small Ontario town to attend University, she returned to post-secondary studies at the age of 52 to obtain her second degree, a Bachelor of Education from St. Thomas University in 1984. As a substitute teacher within the Bathurst area, Mrs. Richard taught students of all ages and always believed that each and every student had a particular talent within them that should be nurtured. Her ability to do so was one of the characteristics that made her a wonderful teacher.
This scholarship, being awarded by her children and her grandchildren, is governed by the following conditions and regulations:
Not only was she the first female in her small Ontario town to attend University, she returned to post-secondary studies at the age of 52 to obtain her second degree, a Bachelor of Education from St. Thomas University in 1984. As a substitute teacher within the Bathurst area, Mrs. Richard taught students of all ages and always believed that each and every student had a particular talent within them that should be nurtured. Her ability to do so was one of the characteristics that made her a wonderful teacher.
This scholarship, being awarded by her children and her grandchildren, is governed by the following conditions and regulations:
- Student must be a graduate of Bathurst High School for the current year of application.
- The award will be based on financial need and reasonable achievement in high school.
- The award is tenable at any post-secondary institution including University and Colleges, providing attendance is full-time.
- Preference may be given to those students who intend to pursue a career in the field of education.
