Wayne County Public Schools issued the following announcement on Mar. 24.
Two Wayne County Public Schools (WCPS) seniors have earned prestigious university scholarships.
Morehead Cain Scholar: Eastern Wayne High senior, Isa Alghorazi, recently earned a Morehead-Cain Scholarship. The Morehead-Cain Scholarship covers all expenses for four years of undergraduate study at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. It also features a distinctive program of summer enrichment experiences designed to stretch students beyond their comfort zones. They have opportunities to complete an outdoor leadership course, work in teams on problems facing cities throughout North America, conduct research or work with organizations around the globe, and gain professional experience that helps launch their careers.
“The Morehead-Cain scholarship provides my family and I peace of mind that I can study and pursue my dreams free of limitations,” states Mr. Alghorazi. “While I am not sure which direction my studies will take me, one of my biggest aspirations is to apply my studies in computer science and business to lead a path of entrepreneurship.”
Approximately 70-80 scholarships are given out nationwide each year. Mr. Alghorazi plans to major in Business and Computer Science at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Park Scholar: Wayne School of Engineering senior, Isaac Carreno, recently earned a Park Scholarship. The Park Scholarship pays expenses for four years of study at North Carolina State University. The scholarship pays for tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, travel, and personal expenses. Park Scholars are also are given grants to fund professional and personal enrichment experiences, such as research projects, service activities, and conferences in the United States and abroad. Approximately 40 scholarships are given out nationwide each year.
Mr. Carreno states that receiving the Park Scholarship has been a tremendous honor and achievement.
“As a first-generation Mexican American, the Park Scholarship represents all of my parents’ hard work, sacrifices, and the dreams they had for their children,” states. Mr. Carreno. “This scholarship is proof that all my parents’ sacrifices were worth it. I can’t express how grateful l I feel being able to give back to them by forgoing the stress of any financial burdens related to education. I’m looking forward to the many doors and opportunities that this scholarship will open for me and my future.”
Mr. Carreno, who is also one of two North Carolina students recently selected to participate in the U.S. Senate Youth Program, plans to major in political science with a concentration in American politics. After graduating from NC State University, Mr. Carreno plans to attend law school.
“I aspire to become a criminal defense attorney and return to Eastern North Carolina to help my local community in the complex field of law and the justice system,” adds Mr. Carreno. “In addition, I aspire to one day serve my community through public office.”
Both Mr. Alghorazi and Mr. Carreno will be recognized by the Wayne County Board of Education for their achievements at the Board’s April 4 meeting.
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