May 19, 2023 | Lindside, WV – The Monroe County Education Foundation announced $20,200 in scholarships for 23 Monroe County residents during James Monroe High School’s annual Awards Day. The scholarships were awarded to a mix of graduating high school seniors and non-traditional students, including one student whose scholarship will support her to study ballet in Italy this summer.
“Monroe County takes a lot of pride in supporting its students regardless of their age or interest,” said Leta Gullette-Comer, President of Monroe County Education Foundation. “Our community's generous support over the past 19 years has enabled our children, neighbors and families to overcome financial barriers to achieving their educational goals. We couldn’t be more thankful for their continued support.”
2023 Scholarship Recipients
Adyson G. Hines, Carilion Giles Community Hospital Scholarship
Aleeyah Carr, Veron & Carol Kittle Scholarship
Caleb Broyles, Monroebotics Scholarship
Dylan McDade, Bob & Sally Alm Memorial Scholarship
Eli L. Allen, The Bank of Monroe - Steve McNeer Scholarship
Emily G. Bailey, Leona Lynch Kessel Memorial Scholarship
Emma Brown, Jim & Louise Kilcollin Scholarship
Gabrielle M. Miller, Hallie Leach Memorial Scholarship
Kaycee Lewis, Michael & Rebecca Allen Scholarship
Kaydence N. Weikle, Wanda Lewicki Memorial Scholarship
Kayla J. Marrow, Carl & Jean Cecil Scholarship
Lillian S. Jackson, Dr. George & Helen Guy Memorial Scholarship
Luke Fraley, Charles & Mildred Allen 4-H Memorial Scholarship
Luke Jackson, Monroebotics Scholarship
Madison E. Vass, Frances & Jim Erskine Scholarship
Marissa Jarrell, Jim & Louise Kilcollin Scholarship
Michael Fraley, Monroebotics Scholarship
Natalie A. Broyles, Pegasus Scholarship
Nicklas Z. Pitzer, First National Bank of Peterstown Scholarship
Onyza Persinger, The Bank of Monroe Scholarship
Shyanne P. Lilly, Keeney Family Scholarship
Sienna B. Hixon, Carilion Giles Community Hospital Scholarship
Sydney Lawrence, The Bank of Monroe – Ralph Mann Scholarship
“As the opportunities get bigger, so do the costs. My Monroe County Education Foundation scholarship adds to the years of support that I’ve received from my community toward achieving my dream of becoming a professional dancer, and I couldn’t be more grateful,” said Natalie Broyles, 2023 scholarship recipient.
Since 2004, the Monroe County Education Foundation has provided 184 scholarships worth $170,400 to support county residents pursue their educational goals. The foundation offers scholarships for all county residents, not just college-bound high school seniors. Adults and people seeking vocational training are also encouraged to apply.
For more information visit www.mcefwv.org or email mcefwv@gmail.com.
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