Three Honored With Helen S. Randles Scholarships

The winners of this year’s Helen S. Randles Scholarships represented three school districts from across St. Lawrence County. The scholarships are presented by the Society of the United Helpers using funds from an endowment created by the late Ms. Randles. Seated, from left, Kate Derouchie, Paige Weston and Elizabeth Froats; standing, Scholarship Committee President Ed Gordon with Scholarship Committee members, Myrna O’Neil, Sue Denesha and Cheryl Ladouceur.

OGDENSBURG – Three high school seniors from a field of more than 20 applicants were honored Tuesday with Helen S. Randles Scholarships.

The scholarships are presented by the Society of the United Helpers using funds from an endowment created by the late Ms. Randles, who was a 40-year member of the society board.

This year’s winners included students from Heuvelton, Madrid-Waddington and Massena.

Paige Weston, of Heuvelton will be attending Clarkson University in the fall. She is planning to become a physical therapist. Ms. Weston is the daughter of Angela and Keith Weston.

Elizabeth Froats, of Madrid will be attending SUNY Canton and is planning to become a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Ms. Froats is the daughter of Jason Froats and Katie Logan.

Kate Derouchie, of Massena will be attending Clarkson. She is planning to become an physical therapist. Ms. Derouchie is the daughter of Marc and Patty Derouchie.

Scholarship Committee President Ed Gordon said the presentation of these scholarships is something he looks forward to each year.

“It was a very difficult selection process, but you three rose to the top of the 24,” Mr. Gordon said referring to the number of applications received this year.

“When we read these applications it gives us great hope for the future,” Mr. Gordon said. “Once we meet you guys we know we made the right decision and we hope to read about great things you’re doing some day.”

The scholarships are awarded each year to students from St. Lawrence County who are furthering their education and planning to enter the health care field.