Michael Carregal – $1,500 Scholarship Recipient

His Story

Michael is from Peabody, attends Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School, and has a 3.9 GPA.

Michael is involved in several Engineering projects at school, plays Varsity and Club soccer, and works at Shaw’s Supermarket, Pellana restaurant and as a camp counselor.

Michael’s mother’s ovarian cancer diagnosis upended his family’s world. As his mother’s health declined, he witnessed her resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. In the wake of her passing, Michael was inspired to adopt her mindset in his own life, to honor his mom’s legacy. Michael says, “his mom’s memory serves as a guiding light to never lose sight of what truly mattered: love, family and faith. Her spirit guides him each day in gratitude, resilience, and a commitment to make a difference.

His teacher said, “he consistently demonstrates the drive to go above and beyond in all his endeavors, and he shoulders family responsibilities assisting his father with the upbringing of his sisters.”

Michael will be majoring in Engineering this fall at Wentworth Institute of Technology, pursuing Electrical Engineering & Aerospace.