MIAMI LAKES, Fla.–JetStream Federal Credit Union awarded a $1,500 scholarship to Gabriel Hernandez, a senior at Barbara Goleman High School.
As a Juntos Avanzamos credit union, JetStream partnered with Coopera to identify a local Hispanic high school senior who was a deserving scholarship recipient.
Students who participate in the Finance Academy at Barbara Goleman High School were asked to submit essays that described why they should be considered for this scholarship. Certain pre-requisites had to be met including grade point average, considering a career in business and community involvement.
“Various essays were submitted, but Gabriel’s definitely stood out,” the credit union said. “Gabriel is a scholar athlete; he plays two different sports, football and soccer, for which he serves as team captain. A member of the National Honor Society, he maintains a weighted GPA of 4.8. He also finds time to volunteer in his community with over 200 hours of community service including tutoring for immigrant students. His goal is to become an Accountant/Financial Advisor.”
“At JetStream Federal, we feel the need to help the professionals of tomorrow by providing them with the tools they need today to build a better future,” said Vanessa Miranda manager of HR and Community Outreach.
At right, from left, Jeanne Kucey, Gabriel Hernandez and Vanessa Miranda.