Lawrence County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships - Kentucky Farm Bureau

Lawrence County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships

 

Louisville, KY (July 6, 2018) – Madison Cassell, Victoria Clevenger and Hannah Alyzabeth Mae Preece, all seniors at Lawrence County High School, are the recipients of college scholarships from Lawrence County Farm Bureau. In partnership with County Farm Bureaus, the Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation awarded $465,400 this year to deserving students from across the Commonwealth.

Madison Cassell was awarded a $2,000 college scholarship. After graduating from high school, she plans to attend Morehead State University to earn degrees in business and psychology. Cassell is the daughter of Andrea Evans and Jason Cassell of Louisa, KY.

Victoria Clevenger also was awarded a $2,000 college scholarship. After completing high school, she is heading to Morehead State University to obtain a degree in nursing. Clevenger is the daughter of Mark and Donna Clevenger of Louisa, KY.

Hannah Alyzabeth Mae Preece received a $2,000 college scholarship. After graduating from high school, she will attend Morehead State University to earn a nursing degree. Preece is the daughter of Bobby and Angela Preece of Louisa, KY.

Farm Bureau scholarships, offered annually, are awarded to recipients who display the greatest levels of academic excellence, involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership abilities and financial need.

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