Benjamin Logan High School proudly hosted its annual Scholarship Awards Night to honor the remarkable achievements of its graduating seniors. The event, held at the school’s auditorium, showcased the dedication and excellence of the students, as well as the generosity of the community members and organizations that support their educational endeavors.
The evening was filled with heartfelt moments as over 50 scholarships were awarded to deserving students, highlighting their academic talents, leadership skills, and commitment to service. Among the esteemed presenters were faculty members, community leaders, and representatives from various scholarship funds.
Melony Baker, alongside Tami Himmeger, presented the Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Award to Joslin Wilber, recognizing her outstanding academic achievement and exemplary character.
Continuing the spirit of generosity, Melony Baker and Tami Himmeger also awarded the Donald Gumpert Scholarship to Alyson Fay and Abby Henry, each receiving $10,500, and the Babe & Ida Willits Memorial Scholarship to Madelyn Harmon, who received $4,500.
Other notable scholarships included the Rob Hayden Memorial Scholarship presented by Melony Baker to Georgia Bates, the Todd T. Jones Scholarship awarded to Peyton Henry, and the Spencer Reames Scholarship bestowed upon Kaitlin Phillips.
Grant Reppart, Cyndi Traficant, Nicole Fuller, and other distinguished presenters honored students with scholarships ranging from memorial awards to those recognizing academic excellence, leadership, and community service.
Here’s the full list of local scholarship recipients and the respective amounts they received. University offers will be shared at a later date.
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Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Award:
- Joslin Wilber
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Donald Gumpert Scholarship:
- Alyson Fay: $10,500
- Abby Henry: $10,500
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Babe & Ida Willits Memorial Scholarship:
- Madelyn Harmon: $4,500
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Rob Hayden Memorial Scholarship:
- Georgia Bates: $4,200
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Todd T. Jones Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $1,000
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Spencer Reames Scholarship:
- Kaitlin Phillips: $1,000
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Dwight Spencer Memorial Scholarship:
- Ben Chamberlain: $500
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Quest Federal Credit Union Scholarship:
- Kaitlin Phillips: $500
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Eric Shick Memorial Scholarship:
- Alyson Fay: $1,200
- Lauren Hemmelgarn: $1,200
- Peyton Henry: $1,200
- Alexis Sutherly: $1,200
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Drive to Serve Scholarship:
- Cassidy Rhoades: $250
- Joel Mitchell: $250
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The Shelly Company Scholarship:
- Mylee Boysel: $500
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Gunnery Sergeant David S. Spicer Memorial Scholarship:
- Ben Chamberlain: $1,000
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Logan County 4-H Council Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $250
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Dale Wildermuth Memorial 4-H Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $500
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Logan County Dairy Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $1,000
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Larry & Lawrence Cronkleton Memorial Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $250
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Rushsylvania Rough Riders Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $500
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Keith W. Montgomery Memorial Scholarship:
- Katie Workman: $250
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Rushsylvania Lions Club Scholarship:
- Alexis Sutherly: $1,000
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VFW Post #1080 Auxiliary Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $1,000
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Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #60 Scholarship:
- Joel Mitchell: $500
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Cindy Bair Memorial Scholarship:
- Kaylie Neal: $500
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Logan County Whitetails Unlimited Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $500
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Patt Warner Houk Scholarship:
- Celeste Allen: $2,500
- Evan Carpenter: $1,000
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Brad Jones Memorial Scholarship:
- Brooks Myers: $1,000
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Micah Gregg Memorial Scholarship:
- Mya Burrey: $200
- Evan Carpenter: $200
- Ben Chamberlain: $200
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Logan County Voiture 59 40/8 Nursing Scholarship:
- Josalyn Porter: $500
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Benjamin Logan FFA Alumni Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $700
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Bellefontaine Rotary Scholarship:
- Abby Henry: $1,000
- Joslin Wilber: $1,000
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Benjamin Logan Athletic Boosters Scholarship:
- Alyson Fay: $500
- Evan Carpenter: $500
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Benjamin Logan Music Boosters Scholarship:
- Hannah Phillips: $500
- Britny Sliker: $500
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Tori Bowers Memorial Scholarship:
- Britny Sliker: $1,000
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Benjamin Logan Bus Drivers Scholarship:
- Kaitlin Phillips: $500
- Katie Workman: $500
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Benjamin Logan National Honor Society Scholarship:
- Joslin Wilber: $500
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Benjamin Logan Black and Gold Scholarship:
- Celeste Allen: $440
- Alyson Fay: $440
- Madelyn Harmon: $440
- Lauren Hemmelgarn: $440
- Joslin Wilber: $440
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Dezaray Reed Fuller Memorial Scholarship:
- Nadiya Powell: $500
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Robert Rittenhouse Memorial Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $500
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OASBO Scholarship:
- Abby Henry: $500
- Chase Sexton: $500
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Benjamin Logan Spanish Scholarship:
- Madelyn Harmon: $500
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Benjamin Logan Student Government Scholarship:
- Brooks Myers: $500
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Benjamin Logan Student Government Member Scholarship:
- Lauren Hemmelgarn: $500
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NX Leadership Scholarship:
- Mya Burrey: $500
- Ben Chamberlain: $500
- Lauren Hemmelgarn: $500
- Joel Mitchell: $500
- Kaylie Neal: $500
- Nadiya Powell: $500
- Cassidy Rhoades: $500
- Katie Workman: $500
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Kiwanis Scholarship:
- Madelyn Harmon: $1,000
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Tamplin Trust Scholarship:
- Katie Workman: $2,500
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Pepsi Leadership Scholarship:
- Celeste Allen: $1,000
- Mya Burrey: $1,000
- Evan Carpenter: $1,000
- Lauren Hemmelgarn: $1,000
- Joslin Wilber: $1,000
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James Forsythe Milroy Foundation Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $2,500
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Virgil Rash & Richard Rash Trust Scholarship:
- Rayden Large: $2,000 (4)
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Kenneth & Joan Harr Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $1,000
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Jim Redman Scholarship:
- Peyton Henry: $5,000 (4)
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Logan County Cooperative Child of Member Scholarship:
- Joslin Wilber: $5,700
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Virginia Wonders VanHyning Scholarship:
- Alyson Fay: $5,000
“These scholarships represent more than just financial support; they symbolize the belief our community has in the potential of these bright young minds,” said Director of Administrative Services, Sally Stolly. “We are immensely proud of our students and grateful to our community partners for their unwavering support.”
The evening concluded with a sense of optimism and excitement for the future as students prepare to embark on their next chapter, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and support to pursue their dreams.
If your organization is interested in sponsoring a scholarship, please contact Nicole Fuller, School Counselor at 937-592-1666 or [email protected].
