Soroptimists present scholarships
Published on Wed, Jun 17, 2009 by Beckye RandallRead More Communities
Eight students from local schools and their parents were guests of honor at a June 3 recognition breakfast hosted by the Marysville Soroptimists at Fanny's Restaurant. The graduating seniors received scholarships worth more than $10,000 from the women's service group, and president Carol Biegler also offered the club's thanks to MaryJane Miller and her husband Ross, who devote their time and energies to the student recognition program.
Each month throughout the school year, the Soroptimists team with the local Kiwanis Club to select a Boy and Girl Student of the Month. M-P students Nick Forsythe and Albert Castro were named the Kiwanis Students of the Year at the breakfast event. The young men were introduced by Susan Sullivan, a counselor for the Bio-Med Academy at M-PHS.
Albert is an honor student, a member of the Bio-Tech Club and an officer in the Japanese Club. He also volunteers with the YMCA's Minority Achievers Program, an after-school program designed to help students with homework and career goals.
"Albert is so kind and giving," said Sullivan. "He has a way of helping others that makes them feel good about themselves."
Offering a little humor at his own expense, Albert remarked that his fellow classmates compared him to Einstein. "You know, the crazy hair, sub-par math skills and a willingness to learn."
The valedictorian of his graduating M-PHS class, Nick earned the distinction of being a Washington Scholar. He is a student athlete, playing both football and basketball, and has been a volunteer in the Big Buddy/Little Buddy program, mentoring an elementary student for the past three years.
"I wanted to be known as a respectful student who always tried to do the right thing," said Nick.
Amy Hunziker earned recognition from Master Chief Dawson for her service to NJROTC. Amy will be a senior at M-P next year and has been promoted to Executive Officer (XO) of the program.
"Amy is an incredible mentor," said Dawson. "She always demonstrates leadership and is willing to help others."
Carol Fisher, a counselor for the Pathways SLC, presented $2,000 Soroptimist scholarships to Emily Boerger, Gloria Olsen, Amy Famelos and Taylor Olsen.
The four seniors talked briefly about their experiences during high school, and their common desire to excel academically and personally.
Emily, described by Fisher as "independent and conscientious," remarked that, "I always gave it my all."
Gloria credited her experience with JROTC, saying, "I was very shy, and JROTC helped me learn leadership skills."
Introducing Amy, Fisher described the teen as "filled with contagious cheerfulness. Amy is quiet, but she is going to conquer the world."
Amy, whose grandfather was a respected teacher in Marysville schools, said she was "honored to go to a school where my grandpa taught. I hope to be remembered as someone who tries really hard."
Fisher said Taylor was "not afraid to question authority, but always in an appropriate manner. She takes care of herself."
Taylor added, "I'm happy to look back and say that I did high school right, and I encourage other students to take advantage of every opportunity."
To wrap up the celebration breakfast, Fisher introduced Colleen Mack as the Soroptimist Student of the Year and the recipient of a $2,500 scholarship award.
"Colleen is one of the most genuine people I've ever met," said Fisher. "She can do anything, and is as close to perfect as they come."
Colleen, who has been a committed volunteer at Providence Medical Center, plans to attend college in the Portland area. "I hope people remember me as a helper," she said.
The Marysville chapter of Soroptimist International welcomes new members. Meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays of the month at Fanny's Restaurant at 7 a.m.
Each month throughout the school year, the Soroptimists team with the local Kiwanis Club to select a Boy and Girl Student of the Month. M-P students Nick Forsythe and Albert Castro were named the Kiwanis Students of the Year at the breakfast event. The young men were introduced by Susan Sullivan, a counselor for the Bio-Med Academy at M-PHS.
Albert is an honor student, a member of the Bio-Tech Club and an officer in the Japanese Club. He also volunteers with the YMCA's Minority Achievers Program, an after-school program designed to help students with homework and career goals.
"Albert is so kind and giving," said Sullivan. "He has a way of helping others that makes them feel good about themselves."
Offering a little humor at his own expense, Albert remarked that his fellow classmates compared him to Einstein. "You know, the crazy hair, sub-par math skills and a willingness to learn."
The valedictorian of his graduating M-PHS class, Nick earned the distinction of being a Washington Scholar. He is a student athlete, playing both football and basketball, and has been a volunteer in the Big Buddy/Little Buddy program, mentoring an elementary student for the past three years.
"I wanted to be known as a respectful student who always tried to do the right thing," said Nick.
Amy Hunziker earned recognition from Master Chief Dawson for her service to NJROTC. Amy will be a senior at M-P next year and has been promoted to Executive Officer (XO) of the program.
"Amy is an incredible mentor," said Dawson. "She always demonstrates leadership and is willing to help others."
Carol Fisher, a counselor for the Pathways SLC, presented $2,000 Soroptimist scholarships to Emily Boerger, Gloria Olsen, Amy Famelos and Taylor Olsen.
The four seniors talked briefly about their experiences during high school, and their common desire to excel academically and personally.
Emily, described by Fisher as "independent and conscientious," remarked that, "I always gave it my all."
Gloria credited her experience with JROTC, saying, "I was very shy, and JROTC helped me learn leadership skills."
Introducing Amy, Fisher described the teen as "filled with contagious cheerfulness. Amy is quiet, but she is going to conquer the world."
Amy, whose grandfather was a respected teacher in Marysville schools, said she was "honored to go to a school where my grandpa taught. I hope to be remembered as someone who tries really hard."
Fisher said Taylor was "not afraid to question authority, but always in an appropriate manner. She takes care of herself."
Taylor added, "I'm happy to look back and say that I did high school right, and I encourage other students to take advantage of every opportunity."
To wrap up the celebration breakfast, Fisher introduced Colleen Mack as the Soroptimist Student of the Year and the recipient of a $2,500 scholarship award.
"Colleen is one of the most genuine people I've ever met," said Fisher. "She can do anything, and is as close to perfect as they come."
Colleen, who has been a committed volunteer at Providence Medical Center, plans to attend college in the Portland area. "I hope people remember me as a helper," she said.
The Marysville chapter of Soroptimist International welcomes new members. Meetings are held the first and third Tuesdays of the month at Fanny's Restaurant at 7 a.m.
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