Residents at Wind Crest Champion Education Through Student Scholarship Program

Sixty-six local high school seniors preparing for graduation were recognized as Student Scholars at a ceremony held on May 3 at Wind Crest, an Erickson Senior Living community in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

These hardworking student employees, who worked as servers and hosts across Wind Crest’s on-campus dining venues and are working to meet the qualifying scholarship criteria, were honored for their dedication and commitment. Their achievements are supported through scholarships funded by generous donations from community residents, helping to position these hardworking students for continued success. Student employees who meet all scholarship criteria will be awarded a $10,000 scholarship.

“We’ve come to see these students as family. Watching them grow into caring, responsible young people and knowing they care about us is truly special,” said residents Candy Kane and Jack Lane.

"These students consistently go above and beyond in balancing work, school, and service to our residents," said Executive Director Craig Erickson. "This scholarship program is only possible because of our residents' generosity, and the impact it has on our students is truly lasting."

To qualify for a four-year scholarship, students must work 1,000 hours over a two-year period, remain in good academic and professional standing, and plan to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school full-time.

For more information about the benefits of working at Wind Crest, visit www.ericksonseniorliving.com/careers.