John Geremia Memorial Trades Scholarship

I am a high school senior at Florence-Carlton High School. I am actively pursuing a career as a lineman. I will be attending the Montna Tech/Haighlands College pre-apprenticeship lineman course in the fall of 2024. It is a 1 semester course that involves both hands-on training, as well as an in-class curriculum. I am very excited for this program because according to the research I have done on the subject, it has a very high chance to give me a big jumpstart on my career. It may also set me apart from other beginner linemen that decided to go through the union. This is because I will have had more experience than them when I am able to begin my career. I have always struggled with the stress of not having enough money to pay for my future family's needs. This is another reason I am excited to attend this course, because a jumpstart at the career means more income and debt payoff. Considering that my end goal is to live comfortably with a family. I am certain this high paying career is right for me. Receiving this amazing scholarship would be a valuable source of paying for my lineman course, as well as ensuring I have all the materials I need to be successful in the career training. Cable crimpers, cutters, and locators are all expensive tools that I may need to purchase prior to or while taking this course. Receiving this scholarship would be a valuable resource to access, should I have to pay for any of these things. The course itself is relatively expensive too. At around $13,000, not including food or room and board, this is a steep price for a high school senior like myself. Also, my family has undergone many financially challenging times in recent years. Things like surgeries, orthodontia, and switching jobs have all taken a toll on our financial capabilities. It goes without saying that aside from receiving this honorable award, it would be a great help in paying for this course. Like John, I believe that being an electrical worker will give me a sense of purpose. I have always struggled with finding what I will do for a career. When I stumbled upon the lineman sector, I knew it was right for me. I have always loved to tinker and work with my hands. This career will allow me to fulfill that sense of accomplishment after completing each job. I am aware of the dangers that come along with the career as well. It would be an immense honor to receive this scholarship created in John Geremia's memory and I pray that whoever receives this amazing scholarship uses it to carry on his legacy just as I would.