Cynthia Yin

$7,500 Recipient

Cynthia Yin states that “America embodies the spirit of freedom, encourages the pursuit of individuality, and strives for excellence.” She has undoubtedly achieved excellence as a young student leader. Cynthia has enrolled in the most rigorous curric…

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Matthew Goodkin-Gold

$7,500 Recipient

Matthew Goodkin-Gold contends that “Americans have never been content to just better themselves.” A musician and writer, he uses his creativity to better his school and community. Matthew has used his own experiences to dabble in public policy to pro…

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Dalton Flynn

$5,000 Recipient

Dalton Flynn states: “When you can use your hard work to benefit yourself and to bless those around you; that’s how you will know you’re an American.” He embodies this combination of personal and community progress. Rooted in his faith, Dalton found…

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Glenda Marshall

$5,000 Recipient

Glenda Marshall believes that “The American dream teaches us to swim harder when the tides are stronger.” As a leader, she places value on building a strong team and cultivating relationships. Glenda has combined her interests to serve as president o…

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Laura Cruz-Albrecht

$5,000 Recipient

Laura Cruz-Albrecht follows the belief that “to be an American is to be constantly pioneering.” She has carried this innovative and pioneering spirit into her school and community. Devoted to the Key Club and a faith-based youth group, Laura has cont…

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Nisha Srinivasa

$5,000 Recipient

Nisha Srinivasa states that being an American is “about recognizing and seizing the opportunities with which you are faced.” This student is motivated and not afraid to take a risk. Like many of her peers recognized today, this recipient recognizes t…

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Anjali Lobana

$2,500 Recipient

Anjali Lobana believes that the “American dream only remains a dream if one does not act on it.” Anjali has strong ties to her heritage, and has a passion to honor that background through research, community service, and cultural activities. A dancer…

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Catherine Shi

$2,500 Recipient

Catherine Shi believes that “democracy our acceptance, protection, and celebration of individual ideas and people is the hallmark of the American dream.” As president of the Key Club, she follows President Reagan’s example of making sure that everyon…

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Celeste Bujold

$2,500 Recipient

According to Celeste Bujold, “Being an American means sharing the American spirit of self reliance, optimism, and hard work.” Celeste certainly embodies these qualities as an athlete, scholar, and student body vice president. When not on the tennis c…

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Jesse Hoffmann

$2,500 Recipient

Jesse Hoffmann appreciates the American “freedom to follow our dreams, freedom to be ourselves, and freedom to know that you are protected and accepted regardless of our differences.” As president of student government and a key attorney in mock tria…

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Kevin Ye

$2,500 Recipient

Kevin Ye feels strongly that, in America, “no matter your background, you can rise to success.” He certainly knows a thing or two about success. Kevin is an exceptional scholar athlete who uses his talents to serve the community. Despite being shy, h…

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Paige Rosenberg

$2,500 Recipient

Paige Rosenberg believes that “Americans are always willing to give back to those who need it” and giving back is a way of life for this recipient. This volleyball player takes a class schedule with too many AP courses to count. She has committed tho…

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