FREMONT, Mich.–Gerber Federal Credit Union awarded a total of $2,750 through its Annual Essay Scholarship program.
Entrants were asked to explain, “What are your plans after high school and how do you plan to pay for them?” in 300-500 words.
Entries were accepted from Gerber Federal Credit Union members currently attending their senior year of high school and planning to attend an accredited technical school, community college, trade school, four-year accredited college or university, or an apprentice program.
Brevin Byrne from Fremont, Mich. was the First Place winner. He was awarded $1,750 and publication of his essay at www.gerberfcu.com. Adonijah Looy from Big Rapids, Mich. was the Second Place winner and was awarded $750. Jessica Sanchez from Newaygo, Mich. was the Third Place Winner and was awarded $250.
The panel of judges included four educators from various school districts and a member of management at a local hospital. Judges evaluated the essays on topical relevance and quality of writing after all identifying information was removed.