Fremont, NH Jewett Construction through partnership with the NHIAA, has named the recipient of the 2025 Jewett Trade Scholarship: Peyton Connelly from Merrimack High School. Selected from a pool of applicants spanning 15 high schools across New Hampshire, Connelly exemplifies the character, dedication, and passion the scholarship seeks to support.

Connelly, an Eagle Scout and honor student, has been a dedicated participant in the Career & Technical Education Welding and Fabrication Program at Alvirne High School for the past two years. Describing himself as a born leader, Connelly’s commitment to excellence has been evident both inside and outside the classroom.

This fall, Connelly will take the next step in his journey by attending the Advanced Welding Institute (AWI) in South Burlington, VT., where he will continue to hone his skills and pursue a career in structural and pipeline welding.

“Peyton’s drive, passion, and tenacity truly stood out during the selection process,” said Craig Jewett, owner of Jewett Construction. “We’re confident he will bring tremendous talent and energy to the welding industry, and we’re honored to play a part in helping him pursue his goals.”

The Jewett Trade Scholarship was created to support the next generation of tradespeople and to recognize the essential role skilled labor plays in our industry. Supporting students like Connelly is one of the many ways Jewett Construction is committed to building not just strong structures — but strong futures.

“We look forward to seeing Peyton again — this time on a job site,” said Jewett. “We also extend our best wishes to all the impressive applicants who applied for this inaugural scholarship and look forward to awarding another deserving student next year.”