New England Irish Dance
Scholarship
To be awarded to three graduating high school seniors who will be attending four year colleges. The applicant must have been actively involved in Irish dancing throughout his or her high school years.
The scholarship amounts to be awarded are $3000, $2000, and $1000.
Application deadline: March 1, 2025
The Irish Dance Teachers’ Association of North America – New England Region would like to recognize the 2025 Regional Scholarship winners:
1st Prize $3000
Gina Gleeson
O'Shea Chaplin Academy of Irish Dance
2nd Prize $2000
Sarah Hanson
Murray Academy
3rd Prize $1000
Natalie McDonough
Harney Pender Keady
Congratulations and best of luck to you as you pursue your college and life goals.
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
May the rains fall soft upon your elds,
and until we meet again,
May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand.
Many thanks to the Scholarship Committee members for their hard work: Deirdre Stewart, Meghan Allen, Nancy Devine-Reny, Ryan McCombe, Sue Brotherton, Meghan Lucey-Brelsford
Please be advised that these applications are only considered for the New England Irish Dance Scholarship, and that any applicant who would like to apply for the National Scholarship must complete the National Application. A copy should be available from your teacher, or you can download it directly from www.idtana.org. Packets for the National Scholarship should be sent directly to the National Representative.