Wimberley High School students Joshua Marks and Corbin Willis received scholarships from Pedernales Electric Cooperative and were honored during a reception on April 20, at EVO Entertainment Belterra in Austin. Also receiving scholarships were Ally Hunsicker and Peyton Johnson of Dripping Springs High School.
The cooperative awarded a total of $100,000 to 25 graduating high school students across its service area. The students were selected from more than 460 applicants and awards ranged from $2,000 to $7,500. Recipients may use their scholarship for tuition at the college, university, technical or trade school of their choice.
Since 1999, PEC has awarded more than $1.7 million in scholarships to more than 900 students. PEC services members and students in 23 school districts and approximately 34 public high schools. PEC scholarships are made possible through unclaimed funds returned from the state.
“We are committed to providing opportunities and education that help our communities thrive,” said Community Outreach Specialist Mikayla Herron. “PEC is proud to award these scholarships and play a role in shaping these students’ futures to help them reach their goals and dreams.”
In addition to providing scholarships, PEC offers free youth education programs, including school visits and career exploration, PEC’s Youth Tour to learn about government in action, and online learning materials to help students access career information and learn how to build resumes.
