As we prepare for our annual Celebrations of Achievement - what we call our annual graduation ceremony - we've been waiting to hear which one of our deserving students will be picked for the Acosta Scholarship.
The Acosta family has provided support to a deserving PYB student every year since Jesse Acosta passed away in 2003. In addition to being the patriarch of the Acosta family, Jesse was also a beloved member of PYB's family and a valuable employee of Portland YouthBuilders.
Jesse brought a tremendous positive attitude to work every single day. He wore a smile every day, rain or shine. He continues to be missed.
After Jesse's passing, his family created an annual scholarship in his honor. The PYB student who receives this award is expected to use the gift to better their life, typically through further education or advanced training after graduation.
Today we found out that the Acostas had such a hard time narrowing down this year's choice that they have decided to award two scholarships to deserving PYB students! Congratulations to Lucy and Eric for being named the 2011 Acosta Scholarship recipients, and many thanks to the Acosta family for their ongoing support of our students.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
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