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Portraits of Success 

Soraya Yunus 2008
Soraya's life story has been filled with obstacles to which she responded with perseverance, optimism and determination. Read more...
John Silverwood 2008
"Even when I was very young I wanted to help other people and feel like I was making the world a better place... I know I feel great helping other people who are in crisis or who have special needs." Read more...
Jessica Urquiola 2008
"Jessica Urquiola represents the very finest of our students. She is a scholar in very tough classes, a community volunteer with an impressive portfolio of activities, and a leader and instigator of programs for school and community improvement . . . I am in constant awe to see this girl in action." These words from a high school teacher remain true as Jessica continues to focus her extraordinary talent and energy to help others. Read more...
Bryant Wisdom 2008
When asked about the impact that his Scholarship Fund of Alexandria-AFSCME Scholarship had on his life, Bryant Wisdom says, "I felt like the whole city was behind me, and to this day, I refuse to let it down." Read more...
LaToria Giles 2008
LaToria Giles designs beautiful rooms. She is a kitchen and bath designer for Mid South Building in Springfield and oversees residential and commercial Read more...
Anika Buster-Singleton 2007
Anika Buster-Singleton is passionate about teaching. Read more...
Douglas Garcia 2007
Born in San Miguel, El Salvador, Douglas was the youngest of five Garcia brothers who came to the United States in search of opportunity. Read more...
Rangena Hotaki 2007
An M.B.A. candidate at the Harvard Business School, Rangena Hotaki is a true portrait of success. Read more...
Elizabeth Stief O’Shaughnessy 2007
Elizabeth Stief O'Shaughnessy is a pediatric neuropsychologist practicing in the Boston area. Read more...
Henry Wong 2007
At a very young age, Henry Wong knew that he wanted to become a physician. Read more...
Louise Blanc 2006
When Louise Blanc graduated from The George Washington University with a B.A. in Computer Science, she became the first in her family to earn a college degree. Read more...
Kyle Jae Cho 2006
Kyle Choi is a modern renaissance man, equally comfortable in the arts and the sciences. Read more...
Keith Imlay 2006
Keith Imlay bought a house in Alexandria and plans to send his children to ACPS when the time comes. Read more...
Luisa Soaterna 2006
Luisa Soaterna grew up with a strong work ethic and a sense of determination fostered by parents who emigrated to the United States from Colombia. Read more...
Julie Wilmer 2006
Julie Wilmer is a natural teacher and a born leader. Read more...
Karen Carrington 2005
In a recommendation one teacher wrote: "Karen Carrington is an exceptional young woman. Read more...
Devin Faragasso 2005
Devin Faragasso is one of Alexandria's bright young stars. Read more...
Lijah Naomi Smith 2005
Lijah Naomi Smith spent thirteen years in Alexandria City Public Schools, from kindergarten at George Mason to T.C. Williams. Read more...
Edward Wong 2005
The journey that has taken Edward Wong to the embattled streets of Iraq, where he covers the war for The New York Times, began at T.C. Williams, where he first became enamored with great works of literature and the art of writing. Read more...
Kofi Owusu Boakye 2004
Kofi has traveled a long way in a short time - from a little village in the West African country of Ghana, to playing football on the lawn at the University of Virginia, to consulting for the U.S. Agency for International Development. Read more...
Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. 2004
Gregory Hutchings has always given of himself to his community. Read more...
Carla Renee Jone 2004
Upon graduation from T.C. Williams, Carla was appointed conditionally to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Read more...
Kindra Lynn Gromelski Kirkeby 2004
Kindra, who has served as chairman of The Scholarship Fund's Alumni Committee, is committed to helping today's students as The Fund once assisted her. Read more...
Gina Borromeo Constantino 2004
Gina, who was president of both her junior and senior class while at T.C.Williams, majored in math and Spanish at the University of Virginia. Read more...
Elizabeth Johnson 2003
Elizabeth's (Liz) career combines academic and professional interests with a warmth of personality that extends to all.  She is currently serving as a Legislative Assistant to Congressman Jim Moran. Read more...
Kamilah Lawson 2003
Kamilah Lawson currently works at her alma mater as an administrative assistant while taking graduate classes at the University of Mary Washington. Read more...
Lisa Perez-Maher 2003
Lisa Perez-Maher left the halls of T.C.Williams in 1990 to venture into the world of visual digital communication, leading her to a position of graphic design and customer service relations at ABC Imaging. Read more...
Sonna Patel 2003
Sonna M. Patel's long list of civic contributions and service to others rivals her academic and professional achievements. Read more...
Rupa M.Patel 2003
Rupa M. Patel earned Master of Science in structural engineering from the University of Virginia, while working as a research assistant in the University' department of civil engineering. Read more...
Patricia E. Campos 2002
Patricia E. Campos is making her mark in the progress of civil rights and diversity. Read more...
Verna Lomax Lange 2002
Verna Lomax Lange has applied her engineering skills to develop manufacturing and mechanical technology around the world. Read more...
Franklin Lomax, JR., Ph.D.
Franklin D. Lomax, Jr., Ph.D., is engaged in developing products that address one of the most pressing issues facing the world-energy alternatives. Read more...
Kate P. Moran 2002
Kate P. Moran has dedicated her life to the education of students who have learning disabilities, mental challenges, and health impairments. Read more...
Sheldon Schanck 2002
Sheldon Schanck is a well-known member of the Alexandria community and The Scholarship Fund. Read more...
Duane White 2002
Duane E. White is contributing to the welfare of his community and to the field of science. Read more...
Amy Douglass Baugus - Tara Douglass Crittenden 2001
The Douglass sisters stand among the many Fund recipients who are helping the community that once helped them. Read more...
Michael Diggins 2001
As a teacher at his alma mater, Michael has become a favorite among students - partially because of his special ability to understand them, where they are coming from, and where they have the potential to go. Read more...
Kelvin Garcia 2001
The goals, dreams, and challenges that are the business of the Scholarship Fund are those not only of the individual student but also of each member of the student’s family. Read more...
Suzanna Kang 2001
For those like Suzanna Kang, help from The Scholarship Fund can mean less worry about debt and more freedom to choose the profession that lets them do the things that they want to do. Read more...
Joseph Ladymon 2001
Joey Ladymon graduated from T.C. Williams with an impressive academic record and outstanding golfing talents. Read more...
Phalana Tiller 2001
Working internationally as an actor and freelance writer, Phalana Tiller leads a fast-paced life that most people only dream about. Read more...