Clarke County Education Foundation Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients at Clarke County High School Awards Night

BERRYVILLE, VA — The Clarke County Education Foundation (CCEF) proudly announced the recipients of its 2025 scholarships during Clarke County High School’s annual Awards Night, held on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

This year, more than $45,000 in scholarships were awarded to deserving members of the Class of 2025, recognizing outstanding achievements in academics, athletics, leadership, the arts, community service, and career readiness.

The scholarships were presented by Executive Director Beth Williams and Vice President Turner Kobayashi, on behalf of the Foundation and its many generous donors.

“We are honored to support these students as they prepare for the next chapter in their lives,” said Williams. “Each scholarship reflects not only the incredible achievements of our recipients, but also the unwavering support and generosity of a community that believes in them.”

2025 Scholarship Recipients:

  • Rosemont Leadership Scholarship – $10,000 – Connor Denison

  • Wilbur and Helen Feltner Athletic Scholarship* – $2,500 – Brie Mayo

  • Wilbur and Helen Feltner Athletic Scholarship* – $2,500 – Joseph Stem

  • Jimmy Racer Scholar-Athlete Scholarship* – $2,000 – Eryn Demko

  • Alice Loope Education Scholarship – $1,000 – Aubrey Beard

  • Andy Kiser Performing Arts Scholarship – $500 – Logan MacDonald

  • Apple Federal Credit Union Foundation Scholarship – $500 – Paris Nassiri

  • Baiba Schletty Social Studies Scholarship – $1,000 – Catherine Macoy

  • Bonnie Ann Justice Memorial Scholarship – $1,000 – Abigail Cochran

  • Bonnie Ann Justice Memorial Scholarship – $1,000 – Caroline Brewer

  • Brent Emmart Memorial Scholarship – $500 – Lincoln Booker

  • CCHS Science and Engineering Scholarship – $1,000 – Roselyne Kutai

  • Chris Ball Scholar-Athlete Scholarship – $400 – Jose Luis Ramirez Figueroa

  • Danielle N. Moyer/Kimberly J. Stutzman Scholarship – $2,000 – Molly Husted

  • Denise Geiszler (Holman) Memorial Endowment Scholarship – $500 – Claire Quijadas Chavez

  • Dorothy and Russell McWhinney Social Justice Scholarship – $500 – Jewel Rohland

  • Dr. Joseph M. Casey Scholarship – $2,500 – Marlee Backover

  • Dr. Richard M. Lewis Academic Access Scholarship – $1,200 – Ethan Franceschini

  • Eugene V. and Laura L. White Scholarship – $1,000 – Roselyne Kutai

  • Gary & Joanne Hornbaker Scholarship – $1,000 – Morgan Walker

  • John D. Hardesty Agriculture Scholarship – $1,250 – Emma Jo Donnelly

  • John F. Milleson Jr. Scholarship – $1,000 – Deanna Argueta Umanzor

  • John R. Milleson Scholarship – $1,750 – Matthew Courtemanch

  • Jon VanSice Scholarship – $500 – Kolton Vincent

  • Marty McMichael Memorial Scholarship – $500 – Miriam Rojas

  • Mary Hardesty Nursing Scholarship – $500 – Courtney Paskel

  • Mary P. Reynolds Memorial Scholarship – $500 – Kayden Evans

  • Mitchell “Good Neighbor” Scholarship – $500 – Connor Denison

  • Moe Murphy Journalism Scholarship – $500 – Ava Gianna DeGeorge

  • Nancy L. Friant Performing Arts Scholarship – $500 – Sydney Althouse

  • Nancy Specht Cross Country Scholarship – $500 – Mia Wolf

  • Nancy Specht Cross Country Scholarship – $500 – Jackson Ellis

  • Nancy Specht Cross Country Scholarship – $500 – Molly Husted

  • Nancy Specht Cross Country Scholarship – $500 – James Casey

  • Ray A. Gray Trades Scholarship – $500 – Kolton Vincent

  • Renée F. Weir Business Scholarship – $500 – Miriam Rojas

  • Rick and Susan Catlett Scholarship – $500 – Wyatt Palmer

  • Shirley Elizabeth Bartlett Memorial Scholarship – $500 – Noelle Caroline Whalen

  • Virginia B. Lloyd Scholarship – $1,000 – Krista Resendiz

A Call to Future Donors

The Clarke County Education Foundation encourages individuals, families, local businesses, and civic organizations to consider establishing their own scholarships. Whether created in honor of a loved one, a profession, or a personal passion, a scholarship is a meaningful and lasting way to invest in the future of Clarke County students.

“We’ve seen firsthand the powerful impact scholarships can have on a student’s life,” said Kobayashi. “If you’ve ever considered creating a scholarship—no matter the amount—now is a great time to make that vision a reality.”

To learn more about creating a scholarship fund or supporting the Foundation’s mission, visit www.ccefinc.org or contact the Foundation directly at info@ccefinc.org.

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