The 2024 recipients of the Plumas County Management Council scholarships were announced last week, reports Chairman/Secretary John Steffanic. The winners are Macy Peay and Joaquin Awbrey, both from Quincy.
To be considered for the $100 award, applicants must have a parent, grandparent or guardian who currently works for Plumas County, and must be graduating from high school, continuation school or opportunity school. Students must also be accepted or plan to be accepted at a qualifying educational institution for fall 2024. Applicants must submit an essay dealing with the topic of how furthering their education can help small communities.
Applications are encouraged from all Plumas County communities, but multiple winners can come from the same community if applications are not received from other communities. The award is meant to be used to help offset costs associated with the recipient’s education.
Up to four $100 scholarships can be awarded each year. Funding comes through personal contributions by Plumas County department heads. This management council group meets monthly to network and discuss ways to improve the level of service each department gives the citizens of Plumas County, said Steffanic. Part of that effort includes showing all county employees that their work is valued and appreciated. These scholarships are one way of honoring these public servants.
Macy Peay is planning to attend San Diego State University. She has been an active volunteer for a variety of clubs and causes, has been active in sports, has been on the Gold Honor Roll for four years and has worked at Polka Dot since 2020. Her father is Steve Peay from the sheriff’s department. Her essay spoke of the opportunities and leadership that an education would bring back to a small community.
Joaquin Awbrey’s essay pointed out that education is a broad subject and many people automatically equate a degree with success and a best result. In fact, Awbrey noted, there is dire need of people in the trade system. In his case, he plans to attend American River College with an eye on entering the plumbing trade. His mother is Tina Terrazas, who works for the elections division. Awbrey has been involved in many school activities including track and field and ski team.
“These students represent the best our county has to offer,” said Steffanic. “The Plumas County Management Council is proud of these recipients and their families working to serve our local citizens.”
Information provided by Plumas County Management Council
