Students awarded scholarships
Dr. Gary Cartwright, who has orthodontic offices in Bethel Park and McMurray, recently awarded $500 scholarships to four area high school seniors.
Every year Cartwright conducts an essay contest for past and present patients who are furthering their education. The topic was, “What would you like to study after high school and why?”
This year’s winners included:
n Scott Downer, son of Jennifer Colainni and Scott Downer of Canonsburg, graduated from Canon-McMillan High School. He will attend Mercyhurst University in the fall and study history.
n Mackenzie Giehll, daughter of Billie Jo Giehll and David Giehll of Carnegie, graduated from Chartiers Valley High School. She will attend Slippery Rock University and study early childhood education.
n Elliana Stranko, daughter of Brian and Jeanette Stranko of Bethel Park, graduated from Bethel Park High School. She will attend the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, and study special education.
n Zachary Griffith, son of Dale and Stacey Griffith of Venetia, graduated from Peters Township High School. He will attend the University of Alabama and study chemical engineering.