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The Madison County Regional Office of Education recently awarded the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship to ten high school students. Each recipient received a $1,000 monetary award in recognition of their academic achievements and future educational plans. Named after a beloved educator, this annual scholarship aims to support and inspire students in their pursuit of higher education. The recipients were selected from over 50 applicants, highlighting their commitment to excellence in academics.
Edwardsville – The Madison County Regional Office of Education recently held a ceremony to award the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship to ten deserving high school students from across the county. Each recipient received a monetary award of $1,000, aimed at recognizing their academic achievements and future educational plans.
From an initial pool of over 50 applicants, the ten winners were selected based on their scholarship applications, which detailed their academic accomplishments and aspirations for further education. The scholarship is named in honor of Alma Irene Aitch, a former teacher at Lincoln School in Edwardsville, who is celebrated for the significant positive influence she had on her students.
2025 Scholarship Recipients
The recipients of the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship for 2025 include:
- Elise Berry from Roxana High School
- LilyRose Cockrum from Granite City High School
- Wren Crawford from Alton High School
- Jordan Ealey from East Alton-Wood River High School
- Jayna Halley from Civic Memorial High School
- Savanah Heinle from Triad High School
- Kameron Hildebrand-Johnson from Edwardsville High School
- Addyson Moore from Edwardsville High School
- Emily Phillips from Alton High School
- Tyra Wells from Alton Marquette High School
It is important to note that Jayna Halley and Addyson Moore were not present at the award ceremony.
Purpose and Future of the Scholarship
The Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship is designed to reward students for their dedication to academic excellence and personal drive during their high school careers. This scholarship initiative was made possible through the collaborative efforts of Manny Jackson, Dr. Ed Hightower, and Dr. Robert W. Werden, who recognized the need to support students in their educational journeys.
The scholarship will remain an annual program available to all seniors from Madison County high schools who plan to continue their education at a university, college, or trade school. The initiative not only aids in funding education but also serves to encourage students to strive for excellence in their academic pursuits.
Background on Alma Irene Aitch
Alma Irene Aitch is remembered as a passionate educator who greatly impacted the lives of her students during her tenure at Lincoln School. Her commitment to education and the personal growth of her students has inspired the creation of this scholarship, which aims to continue her legacy by supporting future generations.
The scholarship program is expected to grow and adapt over the years, maintaining its eligibility criteria to ensure that it remains accessible to students who exemplify hard work and dedication in their educational careers.
The Madison County Regional Office of Education expresses its commitment to fostering educational opportunities for local students, reinforcing the community’s belief in the power of education as a pathway to success.
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Additional Resources
- The Telegraph: Madison County Students Scholarships
- Wikipedia: Scholarships
- Riverbender: Scholarship Applications for Low-Income Students
- Google Search: Scholarships for Students
- Advantage News: Madison County Offering Scholarships
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Scholarship
- Greene Publishing: Miss Madison County Pageant
- Google News: Madison County Scholarships
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