Alumni Association dinner raises funds for student scholarships

Angie Hilsman
Dec 5, 2016
Student volunteers help set up for the Alumni Association dinner. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE

The Dartmouth High Alumni Association hosted its monthly dinner on December 3, attracting approximately 70 guests.

"We had a festive gathering for our December supper," said association President Enid Silva.

For a $10 ticket, guests dined on baked stuffed chicken breast, potato, vegetables, homemade desserts, and beverages. They also tried their luck for raffle prizes, including butternut squash from the YMCA farm, apple pies, candles, and pot holders.

The Alumni Association puts all monies raised at the events toward scholarships for graduating seniors, said Silva. Members also organize scholarships in memory or in honor of town residents and graduates, said Silva.

Last year, the association was able to give 15 scholarships. Students are part of the efforts, too.

"We have high school kids that come to each dinner and they set the tables, wash dishes, mash potatoes, and serve," noted association member Eleanor White.

Student volunteers help set up for the Alumni Association dinner. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE
Louise Travers, secretary of the Alumni Association. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE
High school students attend each dinner to set the tables, wash dishes, mash potatoes, and serve. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE
Ruth Santos and Lois Carvalho. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE
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Enid Silva, president of the association, stands by the raffles. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE
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Don Gracia, Lois Carvalho, Mary Lou and Herb Humphries. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE
"I'm the cook," said Eleanor White, standing by the stove. COURTESY ELEANOR WHITE
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