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Academic & Extracirricular Highlights:

• 4.31 High School GPA
• International Child Advocacy Network (iCAN)
• Girl Scouts
• Casa De Amistad
• California Girls State

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“Receiving the 2026 Anchor Scholarship is an incredible honor, and I am very grateful to have been selected. This opportunity represents more than just financial assistance. It’s a meaningful contribution to my education, my future, and the goals I hope to achieve. I truly appreciate the generosity and support of those who make this scholarship possible. Growing up in a military family shaped many of the values that define who I am today. My dad served for many years as a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy and spent much of my childhood deployed aboard ships around the world. Although those deployments often required sacrifice from our family, they also gave me an appreciation for service, discipline, and commitment to something bigger than myself. Watching my dad dedicate his life to serving our country is something I have always admired. This fall, I will be attending the University of California, Berkeley as an Integrative Biology major, with plans to pursue a career in the medical field. I am excited for the opportunity to challenge myself academically while continuing to grow as both a student and a person. My experiences growing up in a military family have inspired me to pursue a path centered on service and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. The 2026 Anchor Scholarship will help make my college education possible and allow me to continue pursuing my dreams. I am truly thankful for this opportunity and honored to represent the values and legacy that this scholarship reflects.” ~ Nola