2008 Scholarship Awardees

Ms. Sierra-Davidson attends Heidelberg High School. She is the daughter of Mr./Mrs. Paul and Lisa-Sierra-Davidson. Kailan will be attending either Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Columbia University, or the University of Virginia where she plans to major in Chemical Engineering. Ms. Sierra-Davidson was a member of the Track and Field, and the Heidelberg Roadside Community Theater. She was selected to attend the Research Science Institute at MIT and represent DoDDS-E at Student 2 Student. She has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: AP Scholar with Distinction, National Merit Candidate, 2nd Place CISCO Networking at DODEA level, and 1st Place Brain Bowl Championship at DODEA level.

Ms. Jackson attends Mannheim High School. She is the daughter of Mr./Mrs. Orville and Joan Jackson. Tayeisha will be attending either John Hopkins University, American University, St. Mary’s College of Florida, or New College of Florida where she plans to major in Pre-Medicine. Ms. Jackson is a member of the National Honor Society, ESC President, American Legion, Women’s Auxiliary, Varsity Soccer and Volleyball Teams. She has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: National Honor Society, Letter of Acceptance into High School Gifted Program, National Ventures Scholar, Distinguished Cadet Award, Certificates of Achievement (English, Geometry, Physics Application), and Principal’s Honor Roll (4.0+ GPA).

Ms. Shannon attends Heidelberg High School. She is the daughter of Mr/Mrs. Michael and Yoko Shannon. Erika will be attending either the University of Notre Dame, Ohio State University, Rice University, or Cornell University where she plans to major in Biology or Chemistry. Ms. Shannon is a member of the National, Spanish and Science Honor Society, Student Government President, Japanese Club, and Junior Association for the Advancement of Minorities. She has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: Renaissance Award Card Holder (4.0+ GPA), National Merit Scholarship Candidate, Advanced Placement Scholar Award, and MLK Jr. Essay Contest Winner.

Ms. Alfred attends Heidelberg High School. She is the daughter of Mr./Mrs. Christopher and Victoria Alfred. Brittany will be attending either Temple University, Clark Atlanta University, or Howard University where she plans to major in Education or Journalism. Ms. Alfred was a member of the Volleyball and Step Team, and Mu Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s Debutante Program. She has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: Renaissance Award, Scholar Award for Temple University, and Global Youth Leadership Conference.

Ms. Aljabi attends Naples High School. She is the daughter of Mr./Mrs. Nick and Lamya Aljabi. Dominique will be attending either University of California (Riverside or Irvine), San Diego State University, or the University of San Diego where she plans to major in Pre-Law. Ms. Aljabi was a member of the National Honor Society, Varsity Tennis, Soccer, Cheerleading Teams, and the Yearbook Staff. She has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: Quarterly Honor Roll, Odyssey of the Mind, and the Most Valuable Student Award.

Ms. Jeanice attends Mannheim High School. She is the daughter of Mr./Mrs. Trini and Bonnie Jeanice. Brittany will be attending either Northwestern State University or Dubuque University where she plans to major in Nursing, ultimately becoming a Doctor in the Armed Forces. Ms. Jeanice was a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Varsity Volleyball, and the Mannheim Catholic Church. She has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: National Honor Society and Honor Roll.

Mr. Taylor attends Heidelberg High School. He is the son of Mr/Mrs. Thonda and Pommie Taylor. Thonda will be attending either Elon University, Georgia Southern University, or Valdosta State University where he plans to major in Music Performance. Mr. Taylor was a member of the Varsity Football, Baseball, Wrestling Teams, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and Future Educators of America (FEA). He has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: Division I All-Conference Fullback and Middle Linebacker, Athletic Scholar Award, and DoDDS Wrestler MVP.

Ms. Vazquez attends Ansbach High School. She is the daughter of Mr./Mrs. Juan and Judith Vazquez. Judith will be attending the University of Central Florida where she plans to major in Education. Ms. Vazquez was a member of the Future Educators of America (FEA), Varsity Soccer, and Manager (Football, Basketball, and Wrestling). She has received numerous academic honors/awards to include: High Honor Roll, Principal’s Honor Roll, and Distinguish Youth Volunteer.