Groton Student Scores CT Red Sox Service Scholarship

Nalissa Amar, a 2016 graduate of Fitch Senior High School, received one of 22 Connecticut Red Sox Service Scholarships presented to graduating seniors from Connecticut public high schools this year.

As a sponsor of the program, the Ford Motor Company Fund's Tom O’Leary was on the field to help present Nalissa with her award at Fenway Park prior to last Sunday’s Red Sox game against the Minnesota Twins.

This is the scholarship program’s third year in Connecticut. It was first launched in New Hampshire in 2010 and now runs in all five New England states outside of Massachusetts.

The $1,000 Red Sox Service Scholarships are awarded to students based on academic performance, financial aid eligibility, and demonstrated community service.

Nalissa will attend Emmanuel College this Fall.