GREENBELT, Md. – Educational Systems Federal Credit Union has named its 2024 scholarship and professional development award winners.
This year, $125,000 was awarded to 34 students and 19 educators to help continue their education. The scholarships and awards are made possible through the Support Education Foundation, which was started by the Credit Union to provide funding and resources to help the education community, the credit union said.
This year, the Support Education Foundation’s scholarship and award programs continued to grow with the introduction of the Eva Chesley Scholarship, awarded to two students pursuing a career in education, and a scholarship to a student attending a vocational school.
“We're honored to make a difference in the education community through our Support Education Foundation”, stated Girado Smith, president/CEO of Educational Systems FCU. “These scholarships and awards reflect our deep-rooted commitment to the education community. Congratulations to all the winners!”
Added Jeanene Allison, recipient of the Maurice Erly Professional Development Award, “I am deeply grateful for the Support Education Foundation's generosity in awarding me with a Maurice Erly Professional Development Award. It is a significant step towards achieving my goals and making a positive impact in the field of assistive technology. Thank you for investing in my education and future.”
Dhruv Girish, who was awarded the Rosemary Brinkley Business and Finance Scholarship and will be attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, added, “I am incredibly honored to be selected as a recipient of the Rosemary Brinkley Business and Finance Scholarship and sincerely appreciate your generous support. This scholarship will significantly alleviate the financial burden of my education, allowing me to focus more intently on my studies and extracurricular activities,” said Girish. “I am committed to making the most of this opportunity and giving back to the community in the future.”
The 2024 scholarship and professional development award recipients are as follows:
Eva Chesley Scholarships
A total of $10,000 was awarded to two college sophomores pursuing degrees in education.
Vocational School Scholarship:
A total of $3,000 was awarded to one graduating high school senior attending a vocational school in Maryland.
Jeremy James, Montgomery County
Rosemary Brinkley Business and Finance Scholarships:
A total of $36,000 was awarded to 12 graduating high school seniors who completed the business and finance curriculum.
Dorothy Marvil Scholarships
A total of $36,000 was awarded to 12 college-bound high school seniors.
Community College Scholarships
A total of $21,000 was awarded to seven college students to help complete their community college degree.
Maurice Erly Professional Development Awards
A total of $19,000 was awarded to 19 educators to continue their professional development.
K-12 Educators
Jenna Yommer, Allegany County
Jeanene Allison, Anne Arundel County
Carrie Akins, Calvert County
Yolanda Holloway, Caroline County
James Harris, Charles County
Mary Silva, Dorchester County
Sophia Dorner, Frederick County
Gretchen Halsey, Howard County
Georgia Anderson, Montgomery County
Quon Wilson, Prince George’s County
Debora Settle, St. Mary’s County
Deborah Gardner, Talbot County
Community College Educators
Andrew Wodzianski, College of Southern Maryland
Sara Toliver, Frederick Community College
Alyssa Tichinel, Garrett College
Amy Crawford, Howard Community College
Tracy Singleton, Montgomery College
Dena Wilson, Prince George’s Community College
Tracy Knobloch, Wor-Wic Community College