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Milton Academy Student Wins Comcast Scholarship
Milton Academy student Sidney Chiang is one of 112 Massachusetts graduating high school seniors recognized for academic achievement and community service.
student and Hopkinton resident, Sidney Chiang was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of his dedication to community service, achievement in the classroom and leadership.
Sidney is one of 112 Massachusetts graduating seniors receiving scholarships totaling $121,000 statewide. The awards are funded by Comcast Foundation and are a part of the Leaders and Achievers Scholarship program. Sidney was also awarded a Massachusetts Senate citation, officially recognizing his achievements.
Sidney received his award and citation during a recent ceremony at the Massachusetts State House. The ceremony was attended by Governor Deval Patrick, Senate President Therese Murray, dozens of legislators, David Cohen, Executive Vice President of Comcast Corporation, Steve Hackley, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s Greater Boston Region, and Mark Reilly, Senior Vice President of Government and Regulatory Affairs for Comcast's Northeast Division along with proud families, teachers and school administrators.
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During the ceremony the recipients also participated in a raffle for iPods, Red Sox tickets and concert tickets.
“Each year, we are excited to provide scholarships for these talented students,” said Charisse R. Lille, Vice President, Community Investment, Comcast Corporation and President of the Comcast Foundation. “Comcast seeks students who demonstrate leadership abilities in school activities and who reflect a strong commitment to community service. These students are our future leaders and we hope these scholarships will help to power their dreams for success.”
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Each year, Comcast works with high school principals, guidance counselors, and school administrators to select the scholarship recipients. International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. (ISTS) — an independent firm that specializes in managing sponsored scholarship programs, manages the program.
For additional information, visit www.comcast.com/scholarships.
The above release was submitted by the Comcast Foundation.
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