The Michael “Mike” Bracken Scholarship

The Peterson School has been teaching the Trades for over 70 years. We are committed to promoting these careers, and supporting the professionals who hold them. Our wonderful instructors are committed to this mission, as well. This year, we are proud to begin offering a Scholarship in the name of late Peterson School instructor Michael “Mike” Bracken.

Mr. Bracken served as an Electrical Instructor with us for years. He shared his education and experience with hundreds of Peterson School students as they worked toward their electrical licenses. Mike’s engaging personality and sense of humor helped to keep our classrooms full.

In addition to his work here at the Peterson School, Mike’s career included working for Massachusetts General Hospital as an electrician. He was an avid volunteer for USO at Logan Airport. He also loved learning and was known for researching obscure topics.

Mr. Bracken was the proud father of two sons and a devoted husband for over 32 years..

This scholarship will be awarded to two Peterson School students who are registered for a class in the 2025 spring semester. This $500 scholarship will be applied toward the tuition of a class and has no cash value. The deadline for applications is May 9, 2025.

Requirements:

Applicant must submit a short essay typed, signed, and dated describing the following:

• What Trade are you planning to study and why?
• Why should this scholarship be awarded to you?
• Why did you choose The Peterson School to fulfill your educational requirements?