The Vicki Soto Memorial Scholarship, based in Stratford, Connecticut, honors Vicki Soto’s legacy by supporting students pursuing careers in education. Each year, four outstanding students receive four-year renewable scholarships of up to $12,000 each. Recipients demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a strong commitment to becoming educators.

Four annual scholarships are awarded each year: two to students from Stratford’s two public high schools, one to a student from elsewhere in Connecticut, and one to a student from outside the state. These awards support future educators both in Vicki’s hometown and across the country, helping carry her legacy into new classrooms and communities.

Since its establishment, the scholarship program has supported more than 50 recipients and awarded over $500,000 in scholarships. Recipients have attended a wide range of accredited institutions, and many have already entered the education field, carrying forward Vicki’s passion for teaching and dedication to making a difference in students’ lives.

Applicants must plan to pursue a degree in education at an accredited institution and demonstrate achievement in academics, extracurricular activities, and leadership. Beyond these accomplishments, recipients embody the spirit of “Live, Laugh, Love”—living life to the fullest, sharing laughter, and bringing a love of learning to others.