Each year, the Rossmoor-Los Alamitos Republican Women Federated club recognizes outstanding local high school students with scholarships that can help with the multitude of college sundry expenses. At a gathering on May 21, which is expected to have over 100 guests, the club will hand out two more of its yearly scholarships.
The two local high school students who will receive scholarships are:
• Sydney Ahmed – Los Alamitos High School: $1,000 Scholarship
Sydney Ahmed is currently a senior at Los Alamitos High School where she is actively involved in community service organizations such as Key Club and California Scholarship Federation. She remains engaged and focused in her studies, taking many honors-level classes. Her time outside of school consists of training in classical ballet. Sydney has traveled to China, Philadelphia, Utah and Germany for her summer training. She hopes to continue practicing ballet while attending the University of Southern California in the fall.
• Grace Yoon – Cypress High School – $500 Dorothy Sharp Memorial Scholarship
A senior at Cypress High School, Grace will be attending Chapman University in the fall with a future goal of becoming a teacher. Grace serves in two leadership positions on campus: she is the Vice President of the Make-A-Wish Club, and also the Vice President of the Christian Club. Grace has a strong passion for sports and is a member of the Varsity track and field team. In addition, Grace has been participating in Tae Kwon Do for the past 13 years, and has earned a black belt. Overall, Grace is hardworking individual both on campus and in the community.
The official awarding of scholarships and more will take place on Saturday, May 21 at 11 a.m when club members and guests will attend the High Tea and Chico’s Fashion Show to Benefit Scholarships at Old Ranch Country Club in Seal Beach.
Contact Chris Barnes at Chris.Barnes4727@gmail or 562-865-3258 to make a reservation.
