Criteria: You must be a senior at Hancock Central school at the time of your application. You need not be applying to, or planning to attend college. You need only a reason, and can state your intention for the use of the award, if received.

The Award is in Honor of Helen and Wellington Lester: It is awarded to any HCS senior that has an interesting, unique, or good purpose for the funds awarded and responds in essay form below. Deadline for applications is June 15, 2025. The winner will be announced and notified by June 25, 2025. The amount of the award is $196.40. Preference is given to descendants from the HCS Class of 1964.

Helen and Wellington Lester were teachers at HCS through much of their adult life. They provided a moral compass and common sense to the class of 1964, and all their students. Mrs. Lester taught Math. Mr. Lester taught Science, and was also a principal at HCS. They not only provided advice but also dipped deeply into their own pockets to send students on to college. They gave freely to charities and students throughout their lives. This award is proudly given by the Class Of 1964 in their honor.