Seniors receive scholarships from GICCA Foundation

Congratulations to the following students for earning a scholarship(s) from the Career Academy Foundation. 

 

Program of Study           

                          Recipients           

 

Award Amount

Agriculture                    

             

Kirsten Pope      

 

$500      

Culinary                        

             

Jocelyn Bautista

 

$500

Culinary                        

             

Tori Staat           

 

$500

Broadcast Video             

             

Shmaya Williams

 

$500

Graphic Communications

             

Joshua Lynah     

 

$500

WBL                             

             

Colby Griner      

 

$500

                                     

             

 

 

 

Community Partners       

             

Recipients          

 

Award Amount

Barbara Hanzlik-Burton Scholarship

      Tori Staat                   

 

    $500         

 

Barbara was a friend of the Career Academy. She was a super mom, wife, volunteer, substitute, and support of the Career Academy. She cared and helped our staff and students with a caring heart. Barbara was always there when you needed her.

 

Golden Isles Association of REALTORS Scholarship:          Garrison Rose          $500

They are a REALTOR Association committed to professionalism, sound ethical practices, and community involvement among our members, while promoting and protecting property ownership. The Association has been strong supporters of the Career Academy throughout the years.                                                                                                       

 

Jekyll Island Lions Scholarship:          Alyssa Benavides          $500

Being a Lion is about leading by example, building relationships and improving the world through kindness. It’s 1.4 million caring men and women serving together so they can make a lasting impact and change more lives. The Association has been strong supporters of the Career Academy throughout the years.                                             

 

King & Prince Seafood Scholarship:          Colby Griner          $500

King and Prince Seafood is one of the largest seafood companies in the United States with global links for sourcing your needs thru Nissui. King & Prince Seafood has been a long-standing Forging Partner of the Career Academy and a great resource for the staff and students.                                  

 

Tony Thaw Scholarship:          Joshua Lynah          $500

Tony is a local electrical contractor that wanted to improve the graduation rate for Glynn County and build a skilled workforce. Mr. Thaw has been on the Board of Directors for the Career Academy and is a believer in the importance of soft skills and work ethic.                                                                                                                                                                                                 

 

Russ Mosher Scholarship:            Shmaya Williams          $500

This scholarship is named after Mr. Russel O. Mosher and Mrs. Patricia Mosher. After retiring from the United States Navy in 1974 as a Senior Chief Petty Officer, Mr. Mosher served the Glynn County School System for 24 years as the Metals Instructor at Brunswick High School. Mrs. Mosher similarly served as a Para Professional at two elementary schools assisting teachers in all aspects of instruction. The scholarship is intended to recognize those students who exhibit selfless service, academic excellence and a desire to further their education to support their community.