Ascend Awards Scholarships To Three North Escambia Students

July 27, 2016

Three North Escambia students have been awarded $2,000 scholarships from the Ascend Cares Foundation.

The non-profit organization managed and funded by Ascend Performance Materials, awarded 23 scholarships to children of their employees in Alabama, Florida and Texas this summer. Applicants were required to have earned at least a 3.0 grade point average and have demonstrated a record of community service.

The three North Escambia winners were:

  • Abri’ McDaniel of Cantonment, 17, a graduate of West Florida High School of Advanced Technology in Pensacola. In school, Abri’ was a varsity cheerleader and a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Outside of school, Abri’ was active at the Ronald McDonald House, the NAACP’s Youth Council and the Charmettes etiquette club. She plans to attend Troy University in Alabama in the fall semester. Abri’s parents are Twana and Donald McDaniel. Donald McDaniel is a processor at the Ascend Performance Materials plant in Cantonment.
  • Jacob Norre of Cantonment, 18, a graduate of Tate High School. In school, Jacob was a member of the Beta Club, the National Science Honor Society and the school’s band, where he was drum major and played saxophone. Outside of school, he was an Eagle Scout and volunteered in The Miracle League. Jacob plans to attend Texas A&M University in the fall semester and major in aerospace engineering. His parents are Michael and Cathy Norre. Michael Norre is a project engineer at the Ascend Performance Materials plant in Cantonment.
  • Allison Woodfin of Molino, 18, a graduate of West Florida High School of Advanced Technology. In school, Allison was a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Future Farmers of America. Outside of school, she raised show pigs as part of the 4H agricultural club. She plans to attend Troy University in the fall semester and major in communications. Allison’s parents are Jennifer and Walt Woodfin. Walt Woodfin is a scheduler at the Ascend Performance Materials plant in Cantonment.

“We believe that part of being a good company means being good to our team members, their families and our community,” said Rachell Gold, executive director of the Ascend Cares Foundation. “We are grateful for the opportunity to invest in these dedicated young people and wish them the best as they further their education.”

Comments

5 Responses to “Ascend Awards Scholarships To Three North Escambia Students”

  1. William on July 28th, 2016 8:34 pm

    >>There were way more scholarship winners than just these three. Not sure why they were not all recognized here. That’s a bit disappointing.

    When Ascend sent us the press release, it appears they tried to “localize” it by highlighting the winners that reside in North Escambia. They did not make us aware that other winners were from Escambia County.

  2. Christine Rodgers on July 28th, 2016 7:54 pm

    There were way more scholarship winners than just these three.
    Not sure why they were not all recognized here.
    That’s a bit disappointing.

  3. Dad on July 27th, 2016 8:09 pm

    Proud of my Allison, as well as the other 22 very deserving students. Proud to work for a company that rewards effort above and beyond as well as service to others.

  4. anne on July 27th, 2016 1:41 pm

    What breath of fresh air story! These parents must be so proud. I am certain we will read about. these people again. Good luck to all of them.

  5. Amanda on July 27th, 2016 6:51 am

    I wish all companies did this. This is an amazing program. Best wishes to all three of these graduate’s. Wish them the best in the future.

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