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Congratulations to Miguel von Fedak, 2019 Scholarship Recipient
Miguel’s leadership as Sailing Team Captain and dedication to community service through his parish, the National Honor Society, and as an Eagle Scout are inspiring.
Whether sailing the ocean or teaching horseback riding, Miguel is guided by his sense of adventure and willingness to tackle any challenge that comes his way. With an insatiable curiosity and passions for international business and writing, Miguel hopes to one day become a college professor. Just as he did in high school, Miguel aims to mentor students to help them achieve success.
Congratulations Miguel! We wish you all the best at Yale University.
Congratulations to Emily Wen, 2018 Scholarship Recipient
As Varsity Tennis Captain and National Honor Society President, Emily took every opportunity to rally her fellow students around a good cause. From hosting tennis tournaments for charity, to raising over $1,000 for impoverished children in Yemen, Emily’s creativity has helped her neighbors at home, and around the globe.
Pursuing a degree in Economics, Emily’s ultimate goal is to start a nonprofit that educates children in developing nations.
Congratulations, Emily! We wish you all the best at the University of Toronto.
Congratulations to Zoe Katz, 2016 Scholarship Recipient
Zoe is always finding an innovative way to help her neighbors in need, whether she is volunteering at her local senior living community or fundraising for the American Cancer Society.
In her high school career, she launched her own Cupcakes for a Cure initiative, selling homemade confections to help fight cancer. One of Zoe's proudest achievements was bringing the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life® to Sharon High School. In 2015, she helped rally students, teachers, friends and family of the school to raise $6,000 to support the Society's mission to save lives and celebrate life.
Congratulations, Zoe! We wish you continued success at Franklin & Marshall College.
Congratulations to Rachel Allison, 2015 Scholarship Recipient
Rachel estimates that she baked more than 13,000 cookies throughout her high school career. What began as a fundraiser for a school trip to Paris turned into a small-batch baking business supporting Rachel's dreams. She spent hours upon hours in the kitchen each night, baking cookies, brownies, and dessert bars for teachers and students to enjoy. In her senior year, she came up with an official name for her business: "Rachel's Batch - Made From Scratch!"
Giving back is incredibly important to Rachel, and she continues to donate 30% of her revenue to charities that inspire her, including The Make-A-Wish Foundation, World Wildlife Fund, and the Wounded Warrior Project. She also donates her sweet treats to soup kitchens and blood drives.
Congratulations, Rachel! We wish you continued success at the University of Rochester.
Congratulations to Sydney Prokos, 2014 Scholarship Recipient
As charming as the jewelry she designs, Sydney Prokos is an innovative young entrepreneur with big dreams and an even bigger heart.
Sydney launched her first startup at just 13, and at 16, put a new twist on the charm necklace trend with Customized Lockets by Syd. With her own online and in-home stores, she helps her customers design and build one-of-a-kind lockets that represent their personal style.
Sydney also believes in doing well by giving back, and proudly volunteers for a variety of charitable organizations. She even started her own charity focused on helping her elderly neighbors capture their life stories.
The Scholarship Committee congratulates Sydney and wishes her all the best at UMASS Amherst.
Congratulations to Erica Pais, 2013 Scholarship Recipient
On June 10th, 2013 the second annual Abby S. Zeitlan Memorial Scholarship was presented to Sharon High School Class of 2013 President Erica Pais.
Erica is a young entrepreneur attending Colgate University who plans to one day open her own bakery. She is recognized as a leader at her school and in her community, often baking and selling her incomparable cupcakes to benefit the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, a charity close to Abby's heart.
With her signature baked goods in tow, Erica joined family, friends, and the Scholarship Committee for a memorable evening filled with sweet desserts and even sweeter memories.
For your thoughtful creativity, we congratulate you, Erica.
Congratulations to Kaitlyn Carrion, first recipient of the Abby S. Zeitlan Memorial Scholarship.
The first annual Abby S. Zeitlan Memorial Scholarship was presented to Kaitlyn Carrion in May of 2012 at Triad Advertising in Canton, MA, where Abby was a founding partner.
Kaitlyn has faced many challenges in her life, and has overcome them all with incredible grace. She has always been a leader and an active member of her community, participating in sports and theater while volunteering for a number of charitable organizations during her high school career.
"Sometimes, we go unrecognized for how much we endure and for how much others endure with us. It was so nice to hear that someone would be inspired by me." -Kaitlyn Carrion, Scholarship Recipient
For your leadership, creativity, selflessness, and ability to think outside the box, we congratulate you, Kaitlyn.
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