Kyra Rose-Espinoza of Albany Township is the fifth scholar to receive the River Fund Maine’s 2024 College Scholarship.

The scholarship is an educational initiative with a focus of assisting talented students in developing an education plan that leads to a fulfilling and rewarding career, not just a job. It provides its recipient with up to $20,000 each year for four years toward the cost of college tuition and fees, room and board, books and educational supplies. The River Fund also provides the scholar with access to financial counseling and professional mentoring, according to a news release from Heidi Godomsky, executive director with the River Fund Maine.

Kyra Rose-Espinoza of Albany Township is the fifth recipient of The River Fund Maine 2024 College Scholarship. Submitted photo

Rose-Espinoza, a senior at Telstar High School in Bethel, ranks third in her class and is a National Honor Student. She was a standout in both field hockey and basketball, receiving MVC All-Academic Recognition for both sports during her senior year. Rose-Espinoza is the assistant baker at the Gemini Bakery in Bethel.

Rose-Espinoza will attend Johnson and Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in baking and pastry arts.

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