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Alec is a hard working, kind and confident young man. He is very friendly, outgoing and his mind is always exploring ways to help others. Alec has played soccer for 8 years and he would like to attend The University of Georgia to study business.
Livi has integrity and can be counted on to do the right thing, even if her peers are making poor choices. She is a well-rounded student and has taken dance lessons since 2018. Livi even assists in teaching dance classes at her studio. Livi desires to attend college and have a career in the medical profession.
Olivia works hard in her classes, she loves music and art and she looks forward to joining these clubs in high school. Olivia desires to one day help people working in the medical field and she would like to attend Georgia Gwinnett College to become a Neonatal Nurse.
McKenzie is a leader and supporter of her friends and teammates. She works hard to complete every task and takes pride in producing exemplary work. McKenzie plays volleyball and participates in Student Council. McKenzie aspires to work in the medical field and would like to attend college to major in nursing.
Annabelle is a friend to everyone and shows empathy and kindness to all. Annabelle enjoys being in the band and doing community service and she has participated in the Academic Bowl and Beta Club. Annabelle would like to go to college to become a doctor.
Alec is a hard working, kind and confident young man. He is very friendly, outgoing and his mind is always exploring ways to help others. Alec has played soccer for 8 years and he would like to attend The University of Georgia to study business.
Livi has integrity and can be counted on to do the right thing, even if her peers are making poor choices. She is a well-rounded student and has taken dance lessons since 2018. Livi even assists in teaching dance classes at her studio. Livi desires to attend college and have a career in the medical profession.
Olivia works hard in her classes, she loves music and art and she looks forward to joining these clubs in high school. Olivia desires to one day help people working in the medical field and she would like to attend Georgia Gwinnett College to become a Neonatal Nurse.
McKenzie is a leader and supporter of her friends and teammates. She works hard to complete every task and takes pride in producing exemplary work. McKenzie plays volleyball and participates in Student Council. McKenzie aspires to work in the medical field and would like to attend college to major in nursing.
Annabelle is a friend to everyone and shows empathy and kindness to all. Annabelle enjoys being in the band and doing community service and she has participated in the Academic Bowl and Beta Club. Annabelle would like to go to college to become a doctor.
The REACH Scholars for Barrow County School System were recently announced. REACH (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Georgia is a State of Georgia’s mentorship and college scholarship program.
Scholars are paired with a mentor and an academic coach through high school.
They must maintain good behavior, grades and attendance, and graduate from high school. Scholars who successfully complete the program are awarded a $10,000 scholarship that can be used at any HOPE eligible college in Georgia.
Many colleges are matching or double-matching these funds. The scholarship is awarded in addition to any other grant or scholarship the student receives.
The Barrow County School System REACH Scholars for 2024-2025 are:
Alec Fortaleche — Arts and Innovation Magnet
Livi Hamler — Bear Creek Middle School
Olivia Lo — Haymon Morris Middle School
McKenzie Tran — Russell Middle School
Annabelle Yang — Westside Middle School
The following organizations and businesses are REACH donors:
• Peach State Federal Credit Union C.A.R.E.S Foundation Inc.
• Syensqo/ Solvay USA, Inc.
• Rotary Club of Winder
• The Georgia Club Foundation Inc.
• Bank Ozk
• Harrison Poultry Inc.
Rising eight graders interested in receiving the $10,000 REACH Georgia Scholarship, visit bcss.k12.ga.us to review the selection criteria.
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