The 65th Anniversary Celebration was

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65th Anniversary

It Was a Great Celebration!

The 65th Anniversary Celebration brought together many dedicated volunteers and supporters who have shaped TSF’s success over the past six and a half decades. The event included exceptional guest speakers, who shared heartfelt messages on the impact TSF has made in their lives, as well as a look ahead as TSF continues its mission to support Wakefield students in their pursuit of higher education.

Thank you to our generous 65th Celebration sponsors!

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2025 Annual Meeting

Kathy Scanlon is the 2025 Patricia B. Mooney Volunteer Recognition Award recipient, recognizing her outstanding contributions to TSF. She is congratulated by President T.J. White.

Two new members have joined the TSF Board of Directors. Shown from left are President T.J. White welcoming new directors Christina Gagne and Mara Gould.

Salute to Jay Landers

Jay Landers was recognized at TSF’s Annual Meeting for his tremendous contributions, including serving for close to three decades as Treasurer.

The 65th Anniversary Celebration program booklet was dedicated to Jay in honor of "his extraordinary service and lasting impact on TSF," and a framed copy of the dedication was presented to him at the meeting.

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2025-2026 Student Directors

The 2025-2026 student directors from Wakefield Memorial High School include: Katy Bergeron, Katie DeCourcy, Abigail Doucette, Marie Estrada, Liam Kelley, Brooke Macaluso, Nella Marshall, Brandon Meahl, Caroline Sullivan, Molly Anderson, Madelyn Bergeron, Rosella Buscaino, Ava Cable, Audrey Callahan, McKayla Herzog, Daniel Kidder, Alla Othman, Maya Palic, Lucy Spry, Abigail Stratton, and Victoria Sullivan.

John Doto Jr. Ice Hockey Scholarship Fund

This fund was started in John’s memory by his friends at the Crystal Community Club. John played hockey in the Wakefield Youth Hockey program from the intramural level to the Midget level. He was passionate about hockey and coached teams at Wakefield High School, Austin Prep, and Saint John's Prep.

Where Are They Now?

TSF Recipients Are Doing Great Things!

TSF

Senila Yasmin, MD, MPH

Internal Medicine Resident

UMass Chan–Baystate Medical Center

Dr. Senila Yasmin is a 2016 graduate of Wakefield Memorial High School and a 2025 graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine. She also earned a bachelor's degree in biology and a master’s degree in public health from Boston University. Currently, she is a first-year resident in Internal Medicine at UMass Baystate.

Dr. Yasmin was a featured speaker at TSF's 65th Anniversary Celebration. She shared the steps along the road to her goal of becoming a doctor. She stated, “through it all, your support made the impossible possible. Scholarships didn’t just ease my financial burden — they gave me freedom. Freedom to choose service over salary. Freedom to care deeply, advocate boldly, and dedicate my career to those who need it most.”

“My journey to medicine has been long and challenging, but thanks to The Scholarship Foundation of Wakefield and donors like you, I stand here today having achieved a lifelong dream.” -- Dr. Senila Yasmin

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SPOTLIGHT ON A FUND

Sally Dee Sayce Fund

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