Madison County Honors Ten Students with Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship

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The Madison County Regional Office of Education awarded the first Alma Irene Aitch Scholarships to ten deserving students, each receiving $1,000. This scholarship, named for a former teacher, recognizes academic excellence and personal achievement. Competitive selection was based on students’ high school accomplishments and future aspirations, with over 50 applicants considered. The scholarship aims to support the educational journeys of seniors from local high schools, encouraging continued excellence in education for future generations.

Madison

The Madison County Regional Office of Education recently celebrated the achievements of ten exceptional students by awarding them the inaugural Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship. Each scholarship recipient was granted a $1,000 monetary award in recognition of their hard work and educational accomplishments.

The scholarship, named after former Lincoln School teacher Alma Irene Aitch, aims to reward students demonstrating excellence in education and personal achievements. This year’s selection process was highly competitive, with over 50 applicants vying for the available scholarships. The recipients were chosen based on their scholarship applications, which highlighted their high school achievements and future educational aspirations.

The scholarship program was established through the collaborative efforts of Manny Jackson, Dr. Ed Hightower, and Dr. Robert W. Werden. Their initiative reflects a commitment to supporting the academic journeys of high school seniors in Madison County, ensuring that the program remains accessible for future generations of students.

2025 Scholarship Winners

The ten recipients of the 2025 Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship are:

• 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

Notably, Jayna Halley and Addyson Moore were not present during the ceremony.

Scholarship Future and Criteria

The Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship will continue to be available annually for all seniors from Madison County High Schools who plan to pursue education at a university, college, or trade school. The scholarship aims to not only acknowledge students’ academic performance but also recognizes their personal drive and accomplishments throughout their high school years. The eligibility criteria for future applicants will remain consistent, encouraging sustained excellence in education.

Background on Alma Irene Aitch

Alma Irene Aitch dedicated her career to teaching at Lincoln School in Edwardsville, where she made a significant impact on her students’ lives. Her legacy lives on through this scholarship, continually motivating young scholars to strive for success in their academic and personal endeavors.

By honoring both academic excellence and future potential, the Alma Irene Aitch Scholarship represents an investment in the future of Madison County’s youth, ensuring that hard-working, driven students receive the support they need to achieve their educational goals.

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• The Telegraph: Madison County Students Scholarships
• Wikipedia: Scholarships
• Riverbender: Scholarship Applications for Low-Income Students
• Google Search: Scholarships for Students
• Advantage News: Madison County Offering Scholarships
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Scholarship
• Greene Publishing: Miss Madison County Pageant
• Google News: Madison County Scholarships