Stephanie Calderone is pursuing a Master of Education degree at Franklin Pierce University to become an elementary school teacher, while working as a substitute teacher at the Bedford Schools. She also volunteers her time in different leadership roles in the Bedford community and at her church.
Erin Madsen is pursuing a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Northwestern University. She has been a school bus driver for the Bedford School District in the past two years and also volunteers her time as a youth leader at her church.
Stephanie Calderone (left) and Erin Madsen
2025 Scholarship Recipients
TLeft to right: Brady Visaggio, Gabriela Lukasiak, Emelia Alden, Riley Noone, and Luis Cruz. Not Pictured: Reilly Andrews
The Bedford Women’s Club Awards Scholarships to Six High School Seniors
The Josephine A. Fearon Scholarship for High School Seniors was awarded to six students, all from Bedford High School. Recipients were selected for their overall academic achievements, extracurricular activities, community service, leadership, and strength of character. Each student received $1,750 to be applied to their postsecondary education.
Emelia Alden, an IB diploma candidate, belongs to the National Charity League, is active in Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) and the Leadership Club, and plays varsity softball and the violin. She will attend Georgia Institute of Technology in the fall.
Reilly Andrews is an IB diploma candidate and NH Scholar Athlete. She is a member of the varsity crew, alpine ski, and tennis teams and is active in the UNICEF, Leadership, HOSA, and Best Buddies clubs. She will attend Dartmouth College in the fall.
Luis Cruz, an IB diploma candidate, is a dedicated volleyball player, which he will continue in college. He also enjoys Ultimate Frisbee, chess, and baking, all while holding down a job. He will attend Rivier University in the fall.
Gabriela Lukasiak, an IB diploma candidate, is a board member for Fueled by Kids, active in HOSA and Rotary Interact Club, and works as a lifeguard. She is a gymnast who competes as well as coaches! She will attend Boston College in the fall.
Riley Noone excels at academics as well as community service. At BHS she has accumulated 399 Real World Learning Hours and started the Special Olympics Young Athlete Program in Bedford. She will attend Hudson Valley Community College in the fall.
Brady Visaggio excels as both a student and adventurer. He is a captain of the Nordic ski team, member of the NH Astronomical Society and Ethics Circle club, trail maintenance volunteer, and avid mountain climber. He will attend the University of New Hampshire in the fall.