03/28/2021
We are thrilled to announce the creation of The Warren Miller Memorial Scholarship.
The Warren Miller Memorial Scholarship has been established to honor his memory, his unwavering commitment to community, service to others and devotion to family.
It’s hard to think of Elmore without thinking of Warren. Most people knew him as the “Mayor of Elmore,” or simply, “friend”. Warren accomplished much in his lifetime. His commitment to service and community likely started at Peoples Academy, where he was a member of the class of ‘77. He was an active member of his class, including serving as President of the Future Farmers of America. Warren also met his wife Kathy at PA, and went on to spend his life with her. In 1983, they purchased the Elmore Store, which quickly became a mainstay of the community with Warren serving as ambassador for the town.
In addition to his unofficial role as “Mayor,” Warren was a founding member of the Elmore Fire Department (EFD), and member and Chairman of the School Board for two decades. He represented Elmore, Morristown, Worcester and Woodbury in the Vermont Statehouse, where he also served as Vice-Chair of Military Affairs. Warren was Elmore’s Constable and Fire Warden. He was active in, and often initiated events like the Elmore fireworks, the EFD Chicken BBQ benefit, the Polar Plunge, New England Dog Sled Races, and the annual turkey drive. Warren’s involvement in these events exemplified his commitment to the Elmore community. So, too, did his daily encounters with old friends and strangers alike. A man who was well known for wearing shorts 365 days a year, no matter the weather, could be found behind the register at the Elmore Store, ready to greet you with a story and a laugh. Warren was genuinely interested in others, and he was always willing to offer a helping hand. In the spirit of his service and generosity, the Warren Miller Memorial Scholarship has been established to help students continue their academic studies at the post-secondary level. It will be awarded annually to any member of the Peoples Academy graduating class who is an Elmore resident.
Selection Criteria: Each year, the Warren Miller Scholarship Board will choose a graduating Elmore resident to receive the Warren Miller Memorial Scholarship. This Scholarship is available to any Elmore graduate (PA, Private schools, Home-schooled students, etc.).
Applicants are asked to submit an essay that addresses the following:
• Their commitment to expanding their knowledge through post-secondary education (technical school, two-year or four-year college)
• An understanding of what it means to be community-oriented, how they have demonstrated their commitment/service to the community thus far, and/or how they plan to do so in the future
PA graduates: Please submit your essay to your guidance counselor
Other than PA graduates: Please mail or email your essay to Todd Baxter at the address below.
Essay due date: April 30th
Scholarship Amount: The amount of the scholarship will be $805.20. The amount reflects Warren’s date of death. August 5th, 2020
Financial Information: The Warren Miller Scholarship Board will have fiduciary responsibility for donations received on behalf of the Warren Miller Memorial Scholarship. The Warren Miller Scholarship Board shall manage these funds in a manner that guarantees the security of the principal and earned interest. The annual scholarship award shall be funded through contributions.
Contact Information: Communications regarding this fund shall be directed to:
Todd Baxter
P.O. Box 131
Lake Elmore, VT 05657
802-316-9643
[email protected]
