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For twenty years the Buck Foundation has supported Rogers Public Schools students in their post-graduate endeavors. We are grateful to them for their contributions to our students and for the standard of community service they set in Northwest Arkansas. Their commitment to education and our students is extraordinary & changes lives.

A message from Jan Buck, Director of The Buck Foundation:

The Buck Pride of Heritage Scholarship, Buck Merit Scholarships and Buck Upperclassmen Awards have become a prestigious and sought-after honor. We look for a student with an appreciation of community and school, and one who recognizes the positive impact those

institutions made on his or her life. Our recipients must recognize that a strong community is made of givers of time, talent and resources, and is a person who has demonstrated a

willingness to serve.

Buck Pride of Heritage Scholarship

Marie Bordelon$32,000 over 4 years

Brown UniversityPolitical Science & International Relations

This young woman sets a standard of excellence, of spirit, achievement, good grace and appreciation of

community that I hope future graduates will emulate.Congratulations to our 2019-2020 Buck Pride of

Heritage winner! --- Jan Buck

Buck Pride of Heritage Merit Scholarship

Lizbet Rivera$2,000

University of Arkansas Computer Science

Lizbet is an amazing young lady! It’s been so inspiring to watch her accomplish her goals and earn her Associate's Degree from NWACC at the same time she is graduating

from high school. She always strives to be the best possible version of herself. --- Mrs. McClure

Buck Pride of Heritage Merit Scholarship

Josie Stitt$2,000

University of Arkansas Public Relations/Advertising

"The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is the little “extra”." Josie Stitt puts that little "extra" into everything she does and this makes her extraordinary.

She is the ultimate student who has unlimited possibilities ahead of her. --- Mrs. Grosze

Buck Merit Scholarship

Nevlyn Mann$1,000

University of Arkansas Kinesiology

Nevlyn represents the finest in all of us. She is, without question, one of the hardest working students I have

ever met. She knows exactly what she wants in life, and she is not afraid to go after her goals and fully invest

herself to do what it takes to achieve them.--- Mrs. Daut

Buck Merit Scholarship

Kayley McClain$1,000

University of ArkansasPre-Medicine

Kayley McClain or "Moonpie " as I call her, is a great student but more importantly she is a better person. Kayley is the student every teacher hopes to get in

class, she is AWESOME! --- Coach Escalante

Buck UpperclassmenAwards

The Buck Foundation continues to support Rogers Public School students beyond graduation. Any student who wins a community scholarship will be invited to apply for the Buck

Upperclassmen Awards every year they are in college.

The 2019-2020 Buck Upperclassmen & Buck Merit Awards were given to following Rogers Public School graduates:

Buck UpperclassmenAwardsCLASS OF 2017

Erol Banuelos Rogers State University $6,000 Patricia Garcia Pittsburg State University $6,000Javier Hernandez University of Central Arkansas $6,000 Preston Holifield SE Missouri State University $6,000David Torres Benedictine University $6,000Mary Treacy University of Notre Dame $6,000Jillian Gregory University of Central Arkansas $5,500 Abby Liddell University of Nebraska $5,500Michael Zheng Duke University $5,500 Kirsten James University of Arkansas $5,000Nicholas Chamberlain University of Mississippi $2,500


Jenna Bertuca MidAmerica Nazarene $5,000Serena Puang Yale University $5,000Liam Alderson University of Arkansas $3,500 Jenny Avila University of Arkansas $3,500 Ciarra Goines University of Central Arkansas $3,500 Nori Bunch University of Central Arkansas $3,500 Sam Caskanett University of Arkansas $3,500 Sydney Etzell University of Arkansas $3,000Natalie Price University of Arkansas $3,000 Sarah Thiele University of Central Arkansas $3,000Lora Brown Arkansas Tech University $2,500Parker Combs University of Arkansas $2,000 Sarah Jane Moore University of Arkansas $2,000 Payton Smith University of Arkansas $2,000


Hojun Chang University of Arkansas $3,000 Nayeli Ortiz University of Arkansas $3,000 Jackson Barclay University of Arkansas $2,500 Jesus Leiva-Gonzalez University of Arkansas $2,500 Amanda Sakalares Arkansas State University $2,500 Lucas Camerlingo University of Arkansas $2,000 Alex Dunham University of Arkansas $2,000Adam Siwiec Stanford University $2,000Areli Cabrera NWACC $1,500Jake Youngs University of Central Arkansas $1,500

Buck MeritAwards

CLASS OF 2017Bailey Reed Harding University $2,000

CLASS OF 2018Chloe Kordsmeier University of Arkansas $2,500 Brooke Menke University of Arkansas $2,500

CLASS OF 2019Edgar Canales University of Arkansas $2,000 Lilli Martin University of Arkansas $2,000 Allison Primm University of Arkansas $1,500

Dakota Kennan

Dakota is dependable, goal-oriented, and well-rounded! He and his classmates may have stacked the Spanish books into a design or photo-shopped themselves into a Thunder game, but his sense of humor never deterred him from using his intelligence and resources to serve others whether here or overseas!

--- Ms. Naramore$4,000

University of Southern California

Economics

Greer Lingle Reagan Family Foundation

Scholarship

Rick & Michael Bertschy Memorial Scholarship

Emily Hines$5,000 over four years

University of ArkansasPsychology

Emily has been a pillar of the music community throughout all of high school. Her friends look up to her, and her teachers know they can depend on her. The choir program will miss having this fantastic leader in our ensembles.

--- Mr. Brown

Katherine K. Stewart Foundation Scholarship

Skylar Brooks

$5,000 over four years

University of Central ArkansasFilm Studies

Skylar has always been able to combine her natural intelligence with a strong work ethic. She was a joy to have been around for the past couple years, and I know she has big things ahead of her! Great job,

Skylar - I'm proud of you!--- Coach Moix

Rogers PTO Bonnie Grimes Memorial Scholarship

Miranda Cantele$1,000

Liberty UniversityCriminal Justice/Strategic Intelligence

Miranda is a joy to have as a student both for her sheer love for learning, and her ability to be highly detailed in her work. Miranda has that wonderful quality of being a serious student without taking herself too seriously. She often seeks to go above & beyond in her academics, extra curricular tasks, and friendships. These qualities will continue to serve her well in her college journey & in life!

--- Mrs. Shepard

AsherCameron

Asher came to Heritage his junior year, and immediately got involved in life on campus! Fellow students respect him for his quiet, kind-hearted spirit and his natural leadership abilities. While he comes from a loud and proud Auburn, Alabama family, Asher is not pursuing his southern roots, but headed west to Grand Canyon University. Congratulations on the opportunity to follow your dreams!

--- Mrs. Shepard$500

Grand Canyon

University

Pre-Medicine

Carroll Electric Scholarship

Shelter InsuranceScholarship

Justin Madick Agency

$2,000

Rhodes CollegePre-Veterinary Science

Sophia is one of the hardest working, most dedicated students I've had the

pleasure of knowing. She is generous, kind, loving, and so smart! I love her smile and her spirit. I cannot wait to see what she does. Hold on sweetheart! Your life is going

to be exciting!!! --- Mrs. Collins

Sophia Kessler

Being the first person in your family to attend college is not an easy task. You have overcome many obstacles but are only getting ready to accept new challenges. I share this not to scare you, but to encourage you to never forget where you come from and the sacrifices that it took to get here. Your struggles do not define you, but how you deal with them does. Remember to treat yourself with kindness and encouragement along your life journey. It is important to celebrate all victories, large and small as you work towards fulfilling your dreams. If you ever get homesick, remind yourself that we are rooting for you. You may be graduating, but HHS LULAC will always be here to support you.

Thank you for the legacy you have created. We will miss you Class of 2020.--- Mr. Resendiz

Heritage High School LULAC Scholarships

Jesus AvilaCentral Baptist

College$200


Kevin ArevaloUniversity of Central

Arkansas$500

Arianna ArriolaU of A-Fort Smith

$450

Kairy GalvezU of A-Fort Smith

$550

Rocio FloresNWACC

$300

Oscar CerasNWACC

$550


Mayleen MonterrosoNWACC

$300

Debbie InterianoNWACC

$200

Ruby HurtadoNWACC

$200


Rosa MoralesNWACC

$250

Daniella SantanderUniversity of

Arkansas$200

Andy QuijadaSterling College

$300


Rogers High School Alumni Scholarship

Nevlyn Mann$1,000

University of Arkansas Kinesiology

Nevlyn's kind and generous spirit struck me very early in her freshman year. She was a mentor to many students and an excellent student who made a difference in the classroom and in the school. Not only are her attitude and kindness going to take her places, she has the intelligence to set the world on fire. --- Mrs. Edwards

KayleyMcClain

“Kayley brightens up every classroom she walks into with her exuberant smile! I appreciate her strong work ethic, upbeat attitude, and kind heart! Kayley, it has been a privilege to be your teacher! I wish you the best of luck in all you do!”

--- Mrs. Moss$1,000

University of Arkansas

Pre-Medicine

Altrusa International Virginia Mocivnik Memorial Scholarship

Shelter InsuranceScholarship

Keri Earwood Agency

$2,000MidAmerica Nazarene University

Pastoral Ministry & Music Education

McKenna has grown so much as a leader, person of faith, friend, and young lady. I have watched so many people, including myself, lean on her and she handles it with grace. I know she will continue to inspire everyone around her! I can't wait to see what she accomplishes!

--- Ms. Donson

McKennaClements

Heritage High School PTO Scholarship

Jason Kimball$1,000

Missouri University of Science & Technology

Civil Engineering

Jason coupled his excellent work ethic with a sense of humor that makes teaching a joy. Since his freshman year, he continues to drop by to say "hi" and tell me how school and life are going. This means so much to a teacher. His positive attitude and strive for excellence will guarantee that he will be very successful in his future.

--- Mrs. Edwards

Annelise Brown

The quote "in a world where you can be anything, be kind," describes Annelise perfectly. She is filled with determination, creativity, and resourcefulness but what makes her stand out among her peers is her kindness to others and her natural willingness to help others.

--- Mrs. Grosze$500

College of the Ozarks

Business

United BankDick Barclay Memorial Scholarship

PEO Chapter BT Scholarship

in memory of Jami Jenson

$1,000

U of A-Fort SmithNursing

Arianna is going to be a world changer! She is thoughtful and kind, dedicated and confident. She has plans for her future that I have no doubt she will reach and

most likely exceed. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for her!

--- Mrs. Whitson

Arianna Arriola

Greg Canfield Memorial Scholarship

Lindsay Gaddy$1,000

University of ArkansasElementary Education

Lindsay is one of the hardest working students I know. She has also achieved academic success, no matter how you measure it. But I think the greatest thing about Lindsay is her kind heart and her willingness to serve whenever called upon. I am tremendously grateful that I have had her in my program, and know she will be successful at whatever endeavors she puts her heart and mind towards.

--- Mr. Morris

Oscar Ceras

Oscar has demonstrated a love for learning, but even greater than that, a love for helping others. From raising scholarship funds, to peer tutoring, to finding simple ways to make our community stronger, Oscar has contributed to a better tomorrow. He has made an impact in the lives of those that surround him. I am certain that he is going to continue to do great things in his future.

--- Mr. Resendiz$1,250

NWACC

ConstructionTechnology

Merwin Vocational Scholarship

Heritage High School Debate & Forensics

Scholarship

$500

NWACCSecondary Education

Daniel is a natural leader and an asset to anyone and any

organization that he is associated with. I am proud of who he is and whom he will become. His abilities

set him apart from all of his peers.--- Mr. Levering

Daniel Terrell

Simmons Bank Scholarship

David Jurado IV$500

University of ArkansasFinance

As soon as you meet David, you know he is a student of the highest caliber. Davis is always dressed for success, he’s kind & polite, and sets a positive example for everyone he meets. All this, and he’s upbeat and positive even in the face of challenging circumstances. I know you’re going to be very successful David and I’m blessed to have had you in my class! Congrats!!

--- Mrs. Poorman

BenjaminPollock

“Blessed are the peacekeepers, for they shall be called the children of God.” Ben has known since he was a young boy that he wanted to be a police officer. He has told me on several occasions how he feels it is his calling to give back to his community in this role. The world is a better place because of the service and commitment of young people like Benjamin.

--- Mr. Moss$1,000

U of AFort Smith

Criminal Justice

Optimist Club Scholarship

Junior AuxiliaryRogers-Bentonville

Scholarship

$1,000

University of ArkansasPre-Medicine

Kayley is one of the hardest workers I have had the privilege of having in class. She

balances sports, work, and school with great dexterity, and I have thoroughly enjoyed having

her in AP Government class and discussing books and life with her. I can't wait to hear

about all the amazing things she accomplishes!--- Ms. Troby

Kayley McClain

Laureate Alpha Nu Scholarship

Andy Avila$750

Hendrix CollegeBusiness

Andy is a dream student to have in class because he is consistently on task and is an avid learner. Andy sets high expectations for himself, and then puts the plan in place,

coupled with his own self-discipline, to successfully reach those expectations. Andy is a leader in the classroom and on the

soccer field, and his hard work is paying off with the opportunity to play soccer in college at Hendrix University.

Congratulations, Andy!--- Mrs. Shepard

HarrisonDownard

Harrison's eager and cheerful attitude made teaching so easy. He has a can-do attitude and was always striving to do his best and become a better writer. He has stayed in touch since his freshman year and has visited my classroom regularly to check in, ask for advice and to cheer me up. I know he will be extremely successful no matter his endeavors. He will make a difference in this world.

--- Mrs. Edwards$500

University of Arkansas

Journalism

Cole Michael Phillips Memorial Scholarship

Addington Family Trust Scholarship

$1,500

NWACCNursing

Three words to describe Adalia are perseverance, ambitious, and giving. She has a heart of gold that shines

brightly and the strength to overcome every obstacle put in front of her.

--- Mrs. Grosze

Adalia Chavez

Garfield Elementary PTO Scholarship

Colton Secrist$1,000

NWACCBusiness

I’ve had the pleasure teaching Colton three of his four years of high school. I couldn’t say enough wonderful

things about him - funny, kind, thoughtful, hard-working, goal-oriented! I’m so proud of you!

Congratulations!--- Mrs. Kosik

JasonKimball

I have had the pleasure of knowing Jason since he was an 8th grader. I have watched him grow as a student and more importantly as a man. Jason is going to do some amazing things in this world and I am proud to say I played a small role in shaping his future.

--- Mr. Moss$1,000

Missouri University of

Science & Technology

Civil Engineering

Hight Jackson Gary Ryel Memorial Scholarship

Mathias Elementary PTO Scholarship

$500NWACC

Engineering

Stephanie is a very sweet and hardworking student. She has greatly improved her art making skills and has

shown an improved ability to design unique images. She also challenges herself to do her best work. She has been a joy

all these years. --- Mr. Reynolds

Stephanie McClain

Mathias Elementary PTO Scholarship

$500

NWACCNursing

Rosa works with a positive attitude and the belief that she can always improve, which is so essential to the learning process. I have no doubt that her ability to connect with others will be a great asset in everything

she does. Thank you Rosa for your contribution to our community!

--- Mr. Resendiz

Rosa Morales

NWA American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin Scholarship

Nelly Ortiz$1,000

U of A-Fort SmithBiology

It was always a pleasure to see Nelly around HHS, as she always greeted everyone with a smile. Her positivity was

infectious, and will be missed. She is just the best kind of person and I know she will go on to do amazing things.

We are all very proud of you Nelly!--- Coach Moix

Sonya Ginn

As the FCCLA President and National STAR Event competitor this year, Sonya has demonstrated hard work and extreme responsibility. She has gone above and beyond with everything that she puts her mind to, including the CNA and PCA programs. Sonya will be successful in any career she chooses and I am glad to have gotten to know this terrific young lady!

--- Mrs. Woolsey$500

College of the Ozarks

Nursing

Heritage High School FCCLA Scholarship

Crafton Tull Scholarship

$500

NWACCEngineering

Sam is an aspiring engineer! He is meticulous and goal driven. He seeks

perfection, which will make him a great engineer. Sam will do outstanding in college, as he is ready for the next level. Good luck Samuel Silzer, and the best in all you do!

--- Coach Gilstrap

Samuel Silzer

HHS Creative Arts Scholarship

ElizabethTanner

$500

NWACCAgriculture

I have known Elizabeth for three years. In that time, she has never disappointed me. She is a

hard working, dedicated, and extremely talented art student. She has perhaps the most positive

attitude I have seen, always looking to the different possibilities in her classwork. Whatever she does in the future, I am sure she is to shine.

--- Mr. Reynolds


McKennaClements

$500

MidAmerica NazareneUniversity

Pastoral Ministry & Music Education

McKenna is a wonderful and talented musician, and I am extremely proud of

her receiving the Arts and Communication Scholarship.Best of luck in the future!

--- Mrs. Wesson


BrittneyWare

$500

John Brown University Psychology

Since her freshman year Brittney has shown herself to be a remarkable person. She has a

radiating smile, a joyful personality that attracts fun, and a genuine character that

showed me I can always depend on her to follow through. I could have both deep and silly

conversations with her. I am going to miss her dearly, though I know she'll pave a path of

excellence wherever she goes. --- Mrs. Brener


MichaelO’Hearn

$500

Brown UniversityPre-Medicine

Michael has served as a leader and role model, and is respected and genuinely liked by his peers.

In addition to his orchestral and academic successes, including a perfect score on his ACT,

Michael has been a champion swimmer, a serious pianist, a quiz bowl member, and an active participant in the extra curricular life of

Heritage. Best of luck at Brown!--- Mrs. Keiser


KariannHaney

$500

University of ArkansasBiological Engineering & Art

I have known Kariann for two years in my Art 3 and 4 classes. She is a wonderful

blend of talent and creativity, a real gift in my advanced classes. I wish her the very best of luck as she heads to the U of A!

--- Mr. Reynolds


StephanieWillhite

$500

U of A-Fort SmithElementary Education

I only knew Stephanie Whillhite for a couple of moths, but in that time I learned that she is a kind person who is willing to help anyone, she

pushes herself to persevere through challenges, and she maintains a positive attitude through any situation. She had great school spirit and

made the holiday season memorable with her fun elf hat and lights. I wish her the best!

---Mrs. Brener


ChloeChappelear

$500

Marian UniversityGraphic Art

Chloe has been an awesome art student, striving always to do her best most relevant work. She has just completed the Advanced Placement Studio Art portfolio, creating a

solid collection of work from her senior year. Chloe has never backed down from an

artistic challenge, reflecting and reworking her ideas. Best of luck at Marion University!

--- Mr. Reynolds

Linda Woods Allen Memorial Scholarship

Elizabeth Vega$2,000

University of ArkansasElementary Education

Elizabeth is one of the kindest, most dedicated, most caring students I know. She always works hard to

better herself and her community. She inspires me every day.

--- Madame Parker

KelseyByrd

Kelsey inspires confidence in everyone she meets. She makes

people feel as if she has got this, and she absolutely does.

Go light up the world, kid!--- Mrs. Daut

$350

Oklahoma City

University

Dance & Business

PEO Ch. CN Scholarship

Kendrick Fincher Hydration for Life

Scholarship$500

Arkansas TechEngineering

Aiden is outstanding both in knowledge and class participation! He always found ways to make school fun, too. Aiden is a well-rounded person, involved in leadership and athletics, but always makes time to reach out to those around him!--- Ms. Naramore

Aiden Herbert

Regions Bank Student Bank Board Scholarship

Dakota Kennan$750

University of Southern CaliforniaEconomics

I taught Dakota in the 10th grade, and even then, he was so much more mature than most boys his age. For the last two years I have watched him continue to mature

into such a fine, confident, and polite young man. He has a big heart, a great mind, a kind spirit, and a willingness

to work – how can he not be successful?--- Mrs. Toole

A young man of few words, quiet sense of humor and a loyal friend. He grew up in the counseling office with all of us excited to help him navigate high school & beyond, but he didn’t really need us, he knows exactly what he wants in life. I am so proud of his career choice and know he will be a successful business owner!

--- Mrs. Collins $2,000

NWACC

ElectricalApprenticeship

Program

Rogers Noon Rotary Scholarship

LoganBerens

Hispanic Women’s Organization of

NWA Scholarship

$1,000

University of Arkansas-Fort Smith

Biology

Kairy is the 21st century Florence Nightingale. Her passion to care for

others shines as brightly as her outer beauty. She has an incredible future ahead of her in the field of medicine.

--- Mrs. Grosze

Kairy Galvez

$1,000

NWACCEducational Psychology

Rocio will always hold a dear spot in my heart. She has overcome so many obstacles with so much grace. It's hard to find a student more kind,

humble and hard working than Rocio.--- Mrs. Beeson

Rocio Flores

Hispanic Women’s Organization of

NWA Scholarship

National Hispanic Honor Society Scholarship

Haley Wilmoth$250

University of ArkansasKinesiology

It is wonderful to be able to help Haley achieve her goal to further her education and fulfill her

dreams. She is going to conquer the world! I am so proud of her!

--- Mr. Arnhart

MariahCumplido

Mariah leads with kindness and quiet strength. We are incredibly grateful for her dedication to our HHS Student Council. She had the distinction to serve as Student Body Secretary her junior year and Student Body Treasurer her senior year. She will help innumerable people with her sincerity and intelligence in her career as a nurse.--- Ms. Elenbarger

$500

Collegeof the

Ozarks

Nursing

Heritage High School STUCO Scholarship

LucasGibson

Lucas has grown tremendously over the past four years as a leader in our HHS Student Council. He has been an exceptional Student Body Vice President during his senior year. He cares deeply about social justice and uses his voice to uplift others.--- Ms. Elenbarger$500

University of

Arkansas

Political Science


SamanthaThiele

Sam has made HHS a better place every day that she’s been with us. She is one of the kindest, sincerest, most intelligent people I have ever taught. She will enrich the lives of countless children and help conserve the beauty of nature through her career. No one is more deserving of a scholarship than she.--- Ms. Elenbarger$500

ArkansasTech

University

Therapeutic Recreation


Rogers Lions Club Scholarship

$1,000U of A-Fort Smith

BiologyMaria is the dream student every

educator wishes for! She tackles every challenge with grace and optimism,

and without excuse from her circumstances. Maria's drive for

success is second to none! I genuinely can not wait to witness all of her

amazing accomplishments!

--- Coach Philp

Maria Salas

Coca-Cola Scholarship

Brady Herbert$250

Rhodes CollegePolitical Science

Brady is an absolute force of nature. She will debate anyone into submission with compassion and nerve. No one can resist her fire. I can't wait to see her take over the world.

-- Madame Parker

JesusAvila

Jesus is a hard working, determined young man. I know he will be a very successful alumni of Heritage and a great role model for future young people.--- Mr. Levering

$1,125

CentralBaptistCollege

Business

Heritage High School Alumni Soccer

Scholarship

Jason Memorial Scholarship

$1,000

University of ArkansasKinesiology

I am so proud of you. You are such a beautiful young lady. I have loved hearing of your accomplishments as you’ve grown. I have been blessed to call you and your family, my family. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding and he will direct your path.” Prov. 3:5

--- Patsy Mooney

Nevlyn Mann

LULAC Council #754 Scholarships

LULAC stands for League of United Latin American Citizens. It is a Latino Non-profit organization established on February 17, 1929, in Corpus Christi, Texas. We have been in NWA since 2001. We are an organization of volunteers that gives scholarships based on academic achievement, financial needs, extracurricular activities and community service. We would like to thank parents, teachers, relatives and non-relatives that support these students.

In the last 19 years in NWA, we have provided over 620 awards totaling more than $602,925. This year, we are awarding 38 Scholarships for a total of $28,900. We want to thank the professionals from JB Hunt and Univision for helping us review all 80 plus applications received this year. And we also want to thank our sponsors at the University of Arkansas, Domino’s Pizza, our Small Business Community among other companies and individuals for all their support in our organization.

Congratulations to the Class of 2020!Jessica Aguilar HiettLULAC President & Educational Chair


Kairy GalvezU of A-Fort Smith

$800

Marie BordelonBrown University

$1,400

Nelly OrtizU of A-Fort Smith

$800


Lizbet RiveraUniversity of Arkansas

$800

Fernanda BarbosaUniversity of Arkansas

$600

Rocio FloresNWACC

$600


Mayleen MonterrosoNWACC

$600

Daniella SantanderUniversity of Arkansas

$600

Rosa MoralesNWACC

$600

Regional & State

Scholarship Winners

Arianna ArriolaARKTESOL Scholarship $4,000

Miranda CantelePEO Star Scholarship$2,500

McKenna ClementsMarieta Amy Casset Jack

Scholarship$4,000

Regional & State

Scholarship Winners

Brady HerbertGirls State Samsung

Scholarship $1,250

Kairy GalvezWal-Mart Dependent Scholarship$3,250

Rut GarciaChick-fil-a Scholarship$2,500

Regional & State

Scholarship Winners

Abigail PappasTHEA Foundation

Performing Arts Scholarship$2,000

Kayley McClainReutzel Foundation Excellence Scholarship of NWA$2,000

Camryn HookfinDelta Sigma Theta Scholarship $500

Regional & State

Scholarship Winners

Brittney TorresWal-Mart Associate

Scholarship$2,000

Josie StittOptimist Club Essay Contest

$250

Regional & State

Scholarship Winners

Koby VenableSteel Dynamics

Scholarship$20,000

Elizabeth VegaOptimist Club Essay Contest

$100

National Merit Finalist

Michael O’Hearn

Michael has a stellar academic record, significant involvement in extracurricular activities both in school and the community, a lot of friends, a perfect score on the ACT, and is a National Merit Finalist. He makes it look easy, but we all know how hard he has worked to surpass the goals he set for himself. He will continue to push himself and succeed in life. Heritage High School wishes him the best of luck as he heads into the future.

--- Mrs. Shaffer

Camilo’s hard work taking AP classes, pursuing his passion for music in choir for four years, achieving a 4.32 GPA and his excellent time management skills were key to his success. Rogers Honors Academy is very proud of Camilo for reaching his goal of being a QuestBridge Scholar.

Congratulations, Camilo --- Mrs. Fontaine

Camilo ValenciaFull Tuition Scholarship to University of Notre Dame

Gael AvalosNorthwestern

University

Emily HinesUniversity of Arkansas

Dakota KennanUniversity of

Southern California

Congratulations to the Heritage High School QuestBridge Finalists

The Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship is the most competitive scholarship offered by the Arkansas Department of Higher

Education awarding up to $40,000 over the course of four years of undergraduate studies at an Arkansas college.

Students must have a minimum 3.5 GPA and minimum 32 ACT to qualify for this scholarship.

This year, Rogers Heritage High School had 9 students qualify for this prestigious award.

Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship

Governor’s Distinguished Scholarship Winners

Griffin BrownHarding University

Taylor BrinkmannUniversity of

Arkansas

Dakota KennanUniversity of

Southern California


Lanee KnightUniversity of

Arkansas

Michael O’HearnBrown University

Yogi SahuUniversity of

Michigan


Pamela SeilerJohn Brown University

Kali ThomasUniversity of

Arkansas

Camilo ValenciaUniversity of Notre Dame

Jonathan BayonaNevlyn MannEmily Palacios

United States Army National Guard

Bradley Pund

United States Air Force National Guard

Jacob Minor

United States Navy

PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERSTaylor Brinkman - Honors College Fellowship - $72,000 over four yearsLizbet Rivera - ECAP Scholarship - $20,000 over four years

- ARK-LSAMP Scholarship - $8,200 over four yearsElizabeth Vega - Path Honors Scholarship - $18,000 over four years

Razorback Connections Scholarship - $3,000/one timeSavannah BurkheartHarrison DownardEmmy HillerGrace JacobsenJoy RalphoSummer ReidyNoah RodriguezJosie Wilson

Freshman Success Scholarship - $2,000/one timeJasmine Gladden

University of ArkansasScholarship Recipients

Freshman Leadership Scholarship - $8,000 over 4 yearsMarianne BeemerNevlyn MannKayley McClain

1st Year Advantage Room & Board Scholarship - $5,000/one timeFernanda BarbosaYosseline ChavezLucas GibsonDavid Jurado IVRyliee MillerNoah RodriguezElizabeth VegaHaley Wilmoth

Honors College Academy Scholarship - $16,000 over 4 yearsEmily HinesKai PokrandtBrooke Tumey


Silas Hunt Distinguished Scholarship - $20,000 over 4 yearsLindsay GaddyAdan GarciaSkye GonzalezLuis GuerraCamryn HookfinDavid RabeloLizbet RiveraDaniella SantanderElizabeth Vega

Chancellor’s Community Scholarship - $20,000 over 4 yearsAlex GobleKariann HaneyPayton HirshLanee KnightJosie Stitt


University of ArkansasScholarship RecipientsChancellor’s Scholarship - $32,000 over 4 yearsDakota KennanKali Thomas

Northwest Arkansas Community College Scholarship Recipients

Brandon ArevaloRuby B. Matthews Scholarship - $1,000

Sadie CarterHudson Endowed Scholarship - $1,000

Isabel SoteloAAUW Lucile Roberts Endowed Scholarship - $750

Armando UgaldeCulinary/Food Studies Scholarship - $500

University of Central ArkansasScholarship Recipients

PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERSArdley Pacheo - Honors College Scholarship, $57,000 over four yearsSkylar Brooks - University Scholars Award - $16,000 over four yearsRuby Moreno - Gladys Chasey Leadership Scholarship - $1,000

University Scholarship - $14,000 over 4 yearsKevin ArevaloRuby MorenoCatherine Munoz

Excellence Scholarship - $28,000 over 4 yearsSkylar BrooksSydney FuncannonNicholas Martin

Leadership Scholarship - $8,000 over 4 yearsHaley AlbreyLogan GlennSamantha GarciaJourney White

Incentive Scholarship - $12,000 over 4 yearsCali Cook

Academic Excellence Scholarship - $20,000 over 4 yearsMakynleigh BryantAinsley CookSophia RobertsSamantha Thiele

Arkansas Tech UniversityScholarship Recipients

University Scholarship - $28,000 over 4 yearsCherysh CorningAiden HerbertQuade Smith

Presidential Scholarship - $32,000 over 4 yearsBradley PundMackenzie SmallwoodNathan Taylor

Board of Trustees Scholarship - $36,000 over 4 yearsTheo Larson

Arkansas Tech UniversityScholarship Recipients

Academic Distinction Scholarship - $19,000 over 4 years Arianna ArriolaHannah GregoryNelly OrtizBenjamin PollockElizabeth Willhite

Academic Excellence Scholarship - $15,000 over 4 yearsJessica EdwardsKairy GalvezRachel MurphyConnor Ware

Academic Opportunity Scholarship - $12,000 over 4 yearsMolly Coats

University of Arkansas-Fort SmithScholarship Recipients

PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERSMaria Salas - Chancellor’s Leadership Council Scholarship - Full Tuition Kairy Galvez - Mary & Layton Jackson Endowed Scholarship - $1,000

John Brown University Scholarship Recipients

Taryn BoysenBeverly Meadors Sloan Endowed Scholarship - $20,000 over four years

Trendon CookAcademic Scholarship - $20,000 over four yearsAthletic Scholarship - $16,000 over four yearsWindgate Art & Design Excellence Award - $1,000

Pamela SeilerChancellor’s Scholarship - $56,000 over four yearsAthletic Scholarship - $44,000 over four years

Brittney WareAcademic Scholarship - $44,000 over four yearsAthletic Scholarship - $11,000 over four years

Central Baptist CollegeCollege Recipients

Jesus AvilaAthletic Scholarship - $37,500 over four years

Hayden WhittakerAthletic Scholarship - $13,200 over four years

Hendrix College Scholarship Recipient

Andy AvilaAcademic Scholarship - $100,000 over four yearsTuition Advantage Scholarship - $53,024 over four years

Henderson State UniversityScholarship Recipient

Brooklyn LigiAcademic Scholarship - $5,000 over four years

Harding UniversityScholarship Recipient

Griffin BrownAcademic Scholarship - $44,000 over 4 years

U of A Rich MountainScholarship Recipient

Daniel TaylorBoard of Trustees Scholarship - $24,480 over four yearsBlasburg Memorial Endowment Grant - $4,000 over four years

University of the OzarksScholarship Recipient

Allyson FultzAcademic Scholarship - $58,000 over four yearsOzark Annual Fund Scholarship - $4,000 over four years

Ouachita Baptist University\

Scholarship RecipientJonathan ShelbyFine Arts Scholarship - $40,000 over four yearsTiger Network Leadership Scholarship - $1,000 one time

Out of State Scholarship RecipientsGael Avalos - Northwestern University (Evanston, IL)Full Tuition Scholarship - $293,000 over four years

Marie Bordelon - Brown University (Providence, RI)Academic Scholarship - $287,432 over four years

Annelise Brown - College of the Ozarks (Point Lookout, MO) College of the Ozarks Grant - $78,000 over four years

Kelsey Byrd - Oklahoma City University (Oklahoma City, OK) Academic Scholarship - $24,800 over four yearsDance Scholarship - $8250 one time

Asher Cameron - Grand Canyon University (Phoenix, AZ)Presidential Scholarship - $33,200 over four yearsHonors Servant Leadership Award - $8,000 over four years

Miranda Cantele - Liberty University (Lynchburg, VA)Early Deposit Scholarship - $8,000 over four yearsChampion Award - $44,000 over four yearsAcademic Scholarship - $30,000 over four yearsSupplemental Grant - $6,000 over four yearsScholars Grant - $2,200 over four years

Out of State Scholarship Recipients

Chloe Chappelear - Marian University (Fond du Lac, WI)Academic Scholarship - $60,000 over four yearsOut of State Grant - $8,000 over four yearsEarly Sabre Award - $4,000 over four years

McKenna Clements - MidAmerica Nazarene University (Olathe, KS)Academic Scholarship - $54,000 over four yearsNazarene Scholarship - $20,000 over four yearsMusic Scholarship - $28,000 over four yearsMinistry Scholarship - $10,000 over four yearsHonors Scholarship - $12,000 over four years

Mariah Cumplido - College of the Ozarks (Point Lookout, MO)College of the Ozarks Grant - $78,000 over four years

Sonya Ginn - College of the Ozarks (Point Lookout, MO)College of the Ozarks Grant - $78,000 over four years

Priscilla Guajardo - University of Memphis (Memphis, TN)Honor Dean’s Scholarship - $12,000 over four years In-State Tuition Scholarship - $46,848 over four years


Brady Herbert - Rhodes College (Memphis, TN)Rhodes Grant - $36,200 over four yearsRhodes On Campus Housing Grant - $8,000 over four yearsDiehl Scholarship - $104,000 over four yearsHOBY Scholarship - $500Bonners Service Scholarship - $40,000 over four years

Dakota Kennan - University of Southern California (Los Angeles, CA)Academic Scholarship - $25,935 over four years

Sophia Kessler - Rhodes College (Memphis, TN)Rhodes Grant - $78,400 over four yearsRhodes On Campus Housing Grant - $7,200 over four yearsRhodes Award - $84,000 over four yearsBonners Service Scholarship - $40,000 over four years

Jason Kimball - Missouri University of Science & Technology (Rolla, MO)Missouri S & T Border State Scholarship - $72,000 over four yearsMissouri S & T Class of 1943 Alumni Scholarship - $2,000


Kennelley Loyer - Sterling College (Sterling, KS)Academic Scholarship - $20,000 over four yearsAthletic Scholarship - $34,000 over four years

Sam Many - Oklahoma State University (Stillwater, OK)Academic Scholarship - $32,000 over four years

Elena Neff - Kansas University (Lawrence, KS)KU Traditions Scholarship - $56,000 over four years

Michael O’Hearn - Brown University (Providence, RI)Academic Scholarship - $240,000 over four years

Abigail Pappas - Middle Tennessee State University (Murfreesburo, TN)Presidential Scholarship - $20,000 over four years

Aaron Patterson - University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO)National Army ROTC Scholarship - $65,000 over four yearsROTC Room & Board Scholarship - $10,000 over four yearsCybersecurity Achievement Award - $1,000Red & Black Scholarship - $20,000 over four years

Out of State Scholarship RecipientsKayla Paulo - Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College (Miami, OK)Athletic Scholarship - $36,000 over 2 years

Andy Quijada - Sterling College (Sterling, KS)Athletic Scholarship - $67,600 over four years

Margarita Sandoval - Missouri State University (Springfield, MO)Out of State Tuition Waiver Scholarship - $33,240 over four years

Vance Tobol - University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO)Athletic Scholarship - $20,000 over four years

Kaylee Trejo - Barnard College of Columbia University (New York City, NY)Academic Grant - $232,000 over four years

Kennedy Walters - Kansas University (Lawrence, KS)KU Excellence Scholarship - $67,472 over four years

NWACC Rising Star Awards

Arianna ArriolaMarianne BeemerTaylor BrinkmannGriffin BrownMiranda CanteleAlivia EarpSonya GinnLuis GuerraPayton HirshLanee KnightSamuel ManyKayley McClainRosa MoralesNelly Ortiz

Ardley PachecoAaron PattersonDavid RabeloWard RichardsonSophia RobertsMaria SalasPamela SeilerIsabel SoteloKali ThomasBrittany TorresBrooke TumeyArmando UgaldeConnor Ware

Northwest Arkansas Community College Rising Star Awards are given to students with at least 12 college credit hours while maintaining a 3.0 GPA in college classes.

These Rising Star Students are also graduating with an Associate’s

Degree from NWACC:

Kairy GalvezBrandon HeitzRyliee Miller

Stefany MunozLizbet Rivera

Berenice SalasAshley Trancoso

Rogers Honors Academy

We are all so proud of the Rogers Honors Academy students. They have challenged themselves academically each year, improved our region through their work outside of school in jobs and community service, and researched, identified and been accepted into their ‘best fit’ college. With the help of their teachers and counselors these students have been successful academically and are now heading to the nation’s top schools including Yale, University of Chicago, Northwestern and as Distinguished Scholars and Fellows and members of the Honors College at the University of Arkansas.

These students exhibit an extraordinary work ethic, high intellectual pursuit, and are promising scholars who will make important contributions to the world. It has been a privilege to work with them as members of the Rogers Honors Academy.

--- Mrs. Fontaine

Gael AvalosMarianne BeemerMarie BordelonTaylor BrinkmannSkylar BrooksGriffin BrownMakynleigh BryantKelsey ByrdAsher CameronMiranda CanteleChristian CasasOscar Ceras RangelMcKenna Clements

Sophia KesslerJason KimballLanee KnightNevlyn MannKayley McClainRyliee MillerElena NeffMichael O’HearnNelly OrtizArdley PachecoKai PokrandtDavid RabeloLizbet Rivera

Rogers Honors Academy

Yogi SahuMaria SalasPamela SeilerJosie StittSamantha ThieleKali ThomasKaylee TrejoCamilo ValenciaKennedy WaltersElizabeth WillhiteStephanie Willhite

Harrison DownardAllyson FultzSydney FuncannonLindsay GaddyRut GarciaAlex GobleSkye GonzalezLuis GuerraRhane HectorBrady HerbertEmily HinesPayton HirshDakota Kennan

RHA Class of 2020

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