Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Recipient

Keslande Barthelemy graduated from St. Lucie West Centennial High School with a GPA of 5.52 and will attend the University of Florida this fall, majoring in Biology (Premed). By watching her mother caring for her own parents, Keslande knew at an early age that she wanted to become a caregiver. She felt that the possibilities were endless upon entering high school and when she was presented with the opportunity to take a Health Science Course, it solidified her career path. She has completed an extensive amount of community volunteer services in healthcare and her overall experiences have inspired her to eventually use her platform to become a voice for others through health and literacy. She has been a Principal’s Honor Roll student for several years.

Thelma Lake Scholarships  Recipient

Stacey Louima graduated from St. Lucie West Centennial High School with a GPA of 5.56 and will attend Florida State University this fall, majoring in Biology (Premed). A member of the national Honor Society, Stacey believes her interest in living things (including humans) has inspired her to prepare for a future in which she can nurture others in their worst moments. She believes a career in medicine with a focus on either obstetrics and gynecology or neonatology will be a perfect setting in which to fulfil this plan. Her voluntary work with “Safe Kids” and Port St. Lucie Hospital has reinforced her desire to help others, and through her record of hard work, commitment, and involvement in multiple activities, she has already demonstrated the potential to succeed. 

Thelma Lake Scholarships Recipient

Jayla Southall graduated from Fort Pierce Westwood High School with a GPA of 4.89 and will attend Alabama State University this fall, majoring in biology (Premed). From an early age Jayla’s focus has been to attend college, further her education in medicine and open her own Obstetrics & Gynecology practice and Birthing Center, focusing on women with low income and at-risk pregnancies. She volunteered in the community in various capacities, is an Honor roll student for the past four years and is a member of the National Honor Society. She has worked with the Early Learning Coalition of St. Lucie County and the Precious Pearls Youth Organization.

CACG Scholarship  Recipient

Lorika Chery graduated from Fort Pierce Central High School with a GPA of 5.74 and will attend Georgia Institute of Technology this fall, majoring in mechanical engineering. Lorika has always been excited about science, and when she completes her degree, she plans to work on helping to drive funds to underserved schools so they can improve facilities for teaching science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) classes. She also wants to advocate for students and get them excited about STEM careers. Her leadership experiences as president of the Aerospace Student Association and member of the National Ocean Sciences Bowl have already laid the foundation that will help her achieve her goals.

Keith Green Scholarship Recipient

Rachel Gordon graduated from John Carroll High School with a GPA of 5.52 and will attend the University of Florida this fall, majoring in Business. She believes that skills learned while pursuing a business degree can be applied to a variety of jobs, making her more adaptable in the world of work. Rachel’s active involvement in student leadership and voluntary community activities has inspired her to prepare for a future of helping others less fortunate. She has been class president, student body president, and member of the Principal’s Honor Roll. She hopes the leadership and communication skills developed through her activities so far will equip her to be an inspiring and effective leader.

Keith Green Scholarship Recipient

Zoe Jarbath graduated from Fort Pierce Central High School with a GPA of 4.72 and will attend Florida Atlantic University this fall to pursue a pre-business program with a view to studying law. Her observation of situations in which the criminal justice system has failed some communities and groups opened her eyes to the importance of improving the system and she hopes to contribute to this by becoming a defense or immigration attorney. An honor roll student, Zoe has received the Foundations of Leadership Certification from Indian River State College based on her performance in a rigorous leadership training program through the national Society of Leadership and Success. Her voluntary activities include working with Beacon for Hope Inc. and tutoring students involved in both online and face-to-face learning,

Keith Green Scholarship Recipient

Jerome Williams Jr. graduated from Port St. Lucie High School with a GPA of 3.2 and plans to attend Indian River State College in St. Lucie County, Florida, in the fall, where he will begin business-related courses. He is certified in Emerging Technology and is a Pharmacy Technician Intern. Jerome’s extra-curricular activities include being captain of the varsity bowling team at his high school and participating in fundraising activities for the Youth Bowling Leagues in his community. He graduates as an Honor Roll Student.

CACG Honorary Scholarship Recipient

Daniel Bloomfield graduated from West Centennial High School with a GPA of 4.1 and will attend Eckerd College, in St. Petersburg, Florida, where he will major in marketing. His career goal is to become a marketing manager for a “Fortune 500” company. His objective is to achieve success and give back to his community by starting a non-profit organization to teach the younger generation the importance of education, while awarding scholarships to help them achieve their goals. One of the “children who grew up in CACG,” he has been involved in many of our activities and has been a Principal’s Honor Roll Student and a member of the National Honor Roll Society.

CACG Honorary Scholarship Recipient

Tyler Cummings-Henry graduated from Treasure Coast High School with a GPA of 3.1 and will attend the St. Lucie Beauty Academy this Fall to pursue qualifications in Master Barbering. He is also enrolled at Indian River State College, where he will take business-related courses. As a student athlete, Tyler has learned the value of team membership, including accountability and shared responsibility. One of the “children who grew up in CACG,” Tyler has volunteered for many CACG activities, as well as other community ventures in which he has helped to encourage and motivate others. His other interests are basketball and bowling.