RCAEOP Student Scholarship Award
RCAEOP Student Scholarship Award
Congratulations to our 2021 Scholarship Recipients
RCAEOP members wish you success in your future endeavors
RCAEOP members wish you success in your future endeavors
Taylor E. Hamilton-Hankins - Spring Valley High School
Hello! I'm Taylor, a senior in the Discovery Magnet Program at Spring Valley High School. I will be attending Stanford University next fall, though I have not yet declared a major. I have a strong interest in foreign languages and cultures, and I am currently learning Korean and Spanish. I attend the Korean School of Columbia on Saturday mornings, and I also swim competitively for the YMCA and take dance classes throughout the week. I am president of my school's International Club, which promotes diversity and inclusion around Spring Valley, and I'm involved in Circle of Friends, which promotes friendships between students with special needs and other students. Finally, I have not yet figured out all of my future plans, however I have a few specific goals that I intend to meet including earning my doctoral degree, buying my parents a home, and being happy in my career and with my choices.
MaruiAnna Richardson - Westwood High School
Hello! My name is MauriAnna Richardson and I attend Westwood High School, home of the Redhawks and am a 2021 graduate. Next year, I will be attending Wofford College where my intended major is Chemistry Pre-Med while minoring in performing music in hopes of going to medical school and becoming an internist. Outside of pursuing my career, I have a passion for music; I play the piano, viola, and also participate as an alto in choir. I am honored to have the ability to receive this scholarship to further my career.
Avery S. Torok - Blythewood High School
Avery Torok graduated Magna Cum Laude from Blythewood High School (BHS) in June 2021. Avery set high academic standards for himself by enrolling in many honors, advanced placement, and dual enrollment courses. He rounded out his high school career by performing in the BHS Steel Band, running track and cross country, and earning awards for his work in advanced art courses. Avery has volunteered as an audio/visual technician at his church for over 7 years, worked as an Elections Poll Manager, and is the SC State Museum's newest Planetarium Educator. Anderson University will be welcoming Avery in its Fall 2021 freshmen class where he'll be pursuing a BFA in Graphic Design. Avery credits his success and opportunities to his Faith and is grateful to be receiving the Richland County Association of Educational Office Professionals' 2021 Scholarship.
