Feb. 20, 2024 – Westchester County Parks in partnership with Westchester Parks Foundation is offering 10 scholarships to local students to fund Lifeguard Certification courses for those who want to work as a Westchester County Parks Lifeguard this summer.
In order to be considered for the scholarship, students ages 15+ are encouraged to write in explaining why they want to become a Westchester County Parks Lifeguard and why they will benefit from the experience. Submissions should be at least 250 words and emailed to: . Deadline is Friday, March 15. Those awarded will be notified via email by Monday, April 1.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “Lifeguarding is a great opportunity for our County’s youth to gain a sense of responsibility that can prepare them for their future. It is imperative that everyone who wants to become a Westchester County Parks Lifeguard has the chance to do so.”
Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “Westchester County Parks Lifeguards are the backbone of our summers and we are thrilled to offer assistance in allowing youngsters to pursue their goals.”
Executive Director of Westchester Parks Foundation, Joe Stout said, “Westchester Parks Foundation believes that parks are for everyone, and we support this effort to ensure that students who may not have the means to do so, have access to lifeguarding skills.”
Those awarded with the scholarship will be expected to work at any of the following facilities:
- Croton Point Beach in Croton-on-Hudson
- Glen Island Beach in New Rochelle
- Saxon Woods Pool in White Plains
- Sprain Ridge Pool in Yonkers
- Tibbetts Brook Pool in Yonkers
- Willson’s Woods Pool in Mt. Vernon