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Siena College provides scholarship to Troy City School students

Troy City School District's 5th Grade Graduation Ceremony at School 2 had an unexpected surprise. Keynote speaker Siena College Assistant Director of Admissions Dale Taylor spoke to students about perseverance and then announced, to the surprise of everyone in the room, that each 2019 School 2 5th Grade graduate will receive a $52,000 scholarship to attend Siena College after high school.

The students will be able to apply the scholarship funds to their tuition costs upon completion of high school and acceptance into Siena College.

Capital Region Businesses, Donors Raise $25,000 for Kids & Veterans with Disabilities

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