Kameryn Overton (Northeast Magnet, 2020) is headed to Atlanta, Georgia, to begin a Master of Public Health program at Georgia State University! Alongside her graduate studies, she will also be serving as a Graduate Assistant, supporting students through online tutoring.
“Moving to Atlanta will be a huge change of pace! I’m looking forward to the challenges that graduate school will present and the community I’ll soon join!”
We’re cheering you on, Kameryn!
This summer, Israel Torres (Wichita Northeast, 2024) is working as a Test Cell Intern at GE Aerospace’s Strother facility in Arkansas City. He was selected to join a group of 5 interns, being the youngest to secure the position.
Israel’s work focuses on reducing test cell defects by organizing and analyzing engine test data to identify common issues and develop effective solutions. His work will help improve testing efficiency and reduce fuel usage.
GE Aerospace is the world leader in jet engine manufacturing, providing an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the aerospace industry.
“I am most excited to contribute and learn at a company known for its innovation, quality, and customer service. I can’t wait to build relationships with the people there and get a direction with what I want to do and don’t want to do for my career.”
We want to congratulate Elijah Defore, Northeast Magnet, and Harry Ling, Collegiate, both 2025, for their performances this weekend during the Boys Varsity Swimming & Diving Wichita Invitational.
Elijah qualified for the State Championship meet in the 50 freestyle, swam a personal best in the 100 freestyle, and won first place with his 200 freestyle relay team.
Harry finished first in the 500 and 200 freestyle and placed first with his 400 freestyle relay team.
In the upcoming weeks, Harry will compete In the AVCTL League Championship, Elijah will compete in the GWAL City League Championship, and both will race in the State Championship meet February 20th-22nd.
Congratulations and good luck, Elijah and Harry!
We’re excited to share that Elijah Defore, Northeast Magnet, 2025, has been selected as one of the top 12 finalists in Wichita State University’s annual Distinguished Scholarship Invitational (DSI)!
Of 551 students who competed, Elijah advanced to the final round, where three students will be awarded the Harry Gore Memorial Scholarship. To qualify, students had to demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and dedication to their communities.
The 12 finalists participated in final interviews on January 23rd, and the Gore Scholars will be announced on January 31st.
Good luck, Elijah!
We are thrilled to announce that Israel Torres, Wichita Northeast Magnet, 2024, is one of ten Kansas, Missouri, and Texas students to have been awarded the Koch Scholarship at Wichita State University. Israel will receive a generous award to attend WSU over four years, starting in the 2024 fall semester.
Congratulations, Israel!
We are proud to announce Timothy P. O’Shaughnessy Foundation’s newest Lifelong Learning Scholarship recipients!
Eli Aziere – Independent School
Samuel Ferguson – Trinity Academy
Vitor Geromel – Maize South
Rafael Martinez – Maize South
Israel Torres – Wichita Northeast Magnet High School
The Timothy P. O’Shaughnessy Foundation celebrates Kameryn Overton’s hard work in being named a College of Agriculture, Environment and Nutrition Sciences University Scholar at Tuskegee University’s annual Scholarship Convocation.
University Scholars are the top-ranking students in their respective colleges or schools who have completed at least 90 hours but no more than 110 hours and show exemplary personal qualities as attested by the dean of their major area.
Congratulations, Kameryn!