Madison County Celebrates First Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship Recipients

Inaugural recipients of the Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship at a celebratory ceremony.

News Summary

The Madison County Regional Office of Education awarded the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship to ten deserving students from local high schools, each receiving $1,000. The scholarship program recognizes outstanding academic achievements and future aspirations. Selected from over 50 applicants, the recipients were honored during a ceremony that celebrated their dedication and hard work. Named after a beloved teacher, this scholarship aims to continue supporting students in their educational endeavors for years to come.

EDWARDSVILLE – The Madison County Regional Office of Education celebrated a milestone achievement by awarding the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship to ten deserving students from high schools across Madison County. Each recipient received a monetary award of $1,000 during a special ceremony held recently.

The scholarship program was launched with the aim of recognizing the hard work and dedication of students in the region. Out of over 50 applicants, the ten winners were chosen based on their scholarship applications that highlighted their notable high school achievements and future educational ambitions.

The recipients of the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship include:

Elise Berry (Roxana High School)
LilyRose Cockrum (Granite City High School)
Wren Crawford (Alton High School)
Jordan Ealey (East Alton-Wood River High School)
Jayna Halley (Civic Memorial High School)
Savanah Heinle (Triad High School)
Kameron Hildebrand-Johnson (Edwardsville High School)
Addyson Moore (Edwardsville High School)
Emily Phillips (Alton High School)
Tyra Wells (Alton Marquette High School)

It is worth noting that two of the scholarship recipients, Jayna Halley and Addyson Moore, were not present at the ceremony but were still honored for their accomplishments.

The Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship is named in honor of a former teacher at Lincoln School in Edwardsville, known for her significant impact on her students’ lives and education. The scholarship program has been made possible through a collaborative effort by community leaders including Manny Jackson, Dr. Ed Hightower, and Dr. Robert W. Werden, who sought to create an initiative to invest in the future of local youth.

This scholarship program aims to continue providing support for students moving forward. It will remain available in subsequent years for seniors from Madison County High Schools planning to attend a university, college, or trade school. Future applicants will need to meet the established eligibility criteria, ensuring that the program recognizes students’ personal drive and accomplishments throughout their high school careers.

As the recipients of the Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship embark on their next educational endeavors, they join a commendable legacy of hard work and determination, inspired by their namesake’s commitment to education. The scholarship not only serves as a financial aid but also encourages students to strive for excellence in their academic and personal development.

The Madison County Regional Office of Education looks forward to the continued growth of this scholarship program and its ongoing impact on aspiring students throughout the district.