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Updated: January 16, 2025 @ 6:19 am
Ethan Wadley
Ethan Wadley
Ethan Leonard Wadley a middle school student from Lithia Springs was named the recipient of a Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship, which provides a four-year school scholarship to attend a high school or equivalent program to meet his advanced intellectual needs.
Wadley, an eighth-grader at The Westminster Schools, was named earlier this fall among the 26 gifted student recipients in the class of 2029.
The Institute for Educational Advancement (IEA) is a national nonprofit serving gifted youth and with this year’s announcement, continues its 22-year tradition of providing fully funded high school scholarships to gifted eighth graders.
“I’m extremely thankful to the CBD Scholarship Program for giving me this opportunity to pursue academic advancements and it’s my desire to make the most out of this chance afforded to me,” Wadley said in an email. “I’d like to thank my family and my mother, Telicia Leonard, for all their support and love,” he said.
The 26 gifted eighth-grade recipients in the class of 2029 are offered the four-year high school scholarship to attend an optimally matched high school or individualized education program to help them work toward meeting their unique intellectual and personal goals. It’s one of the few merit-based, need-blind scholarships of its kind in the U.S. In addition to the tuition funding, each scholar receives ongoing, personalized counseling and educational advocacy, and joins a lifelong network of their peers.
“This scholarship will help my education by giving me opportunities to go to schools where I can have access to innovative teaching styles and creative curriculum,” Wadley said. “The academic resources afforded by CBD will help me to pursue my future career as a neurosurgeon.”
Over the course of the next several months, IEA staff, current CDB Scholars and CDB alumni will provide guidance and assistance to the entering class of 2029 Scholars as they begin to identify potential high school programs, complete applications, and prepare their individualized educational plans for next year’s high school entrance.
“We work closely with the students and their families to foster their lifelong love of learning and look forward to seeing how they develop their talents and share them with the world,” said Deborah Monroe, president, IEA.
Wadley is engaged in his studies and sounds more like a college student than someone just finishing up middle school.
“I enjoy learning about sciences and cultures. I love science because there are many aspects about the subject that apply to my daily life,” he said.” I also enjoy learning about how different cultures –ancient and contemporary–lived. My Latin class allows me to know more about ancient Roman, Celtic, and Egyptian cultures — it blends my love of culture and politics.”
Interested seventh grade students apply for the Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship and complete a rigorous portfolio application process, which includes essays, middle school transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a work sample. Eligible applicants must also achieve scores at the highest level on nationally normed standardized tests.
Applications are reviewed by the Caroline D. Bradley selection committee, a diverse group of nationwide high school and university admissions directors, teachers and administrators, CDB alumni, community members, and business leaders.
“The potential this year’s class holds is limitless,” said Mallory Aldrich, senior program manager at IEA. “They’re innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders who’ve already made great impacts in their communities. This scholarship will give them even more opportunities to expand their minds and lean into their curiosities and shape the world for the better.”
Central to the mission of IEA is a commitment to the development of the whole child through engaging educational experiences that promote optimal challenge, mentorship, exploration of ideas, and recognition of personal potential.
Currently, many of the over 300 alumni have graduated from college and are in the workforce, attending graduate school, or participating in international service and fellowship programs. The scholarship is generously funded by the Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation.
The application for the next class of Caroline D. Bradley Scholars will be available in the fall.
The IEA supports a diverse community that creates a sense of belonging and affirmation. Visit www.educationaladvancement.org for more information.
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