<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2eZxOk_0vk4i7J700" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2eZxOk_0vk4i7J700" width="503" height="775" ><figcaption>Kyra E. Bradshaw</figcaption></figure>M. A. R. T. H. A., Incorporated (Moving All Races To Higher Achievement) is the nonprofit foundation associated with the Gamma Sigma Omega (GSO) Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® (AKA). The foundation has been active since 1944, focusing on impacting youth in the community through initiatives that target mentoring, education, health, economics, and artistic programming. In 2024, five deserving graduates from Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools were selected as Ivy and Pearl Scholarship recipients through M.A.R.T.H.A’s efforts.The Ivy and Pearl Scholarship recipients were selected based on several criteria, including academic achievement, leadership, accomplishments, extracurricular activities, community involvement, honors, and awards. The scholarship applications were meticulously reviewed and evaluated by a panel led by Dr. Sherone Hubbard, the Scholarship Committee Chairman. The committee members included Mrs. Audrey Singleton, Dr. Deonn Stone, Dr. Cora Thompson, and Dr. Betty Wilson<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0to74j_0vk4i7J700" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0to74j_0vk4i7J700" width="675" height="1040" ><figcaption>Kennedy Hunter</figcaption></figure>M. A. R. T. H. A., Incorporated and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter, is proud to announce the following students as recipients of the Ivy and Pearl Scholarship: Kyra E. Bradshaw, Trizariah Freeman, Kennedy Hunter, Laura Lynn Lomboy, Ka’Leah Parker. A summary of notable attributes and involvements are as follows:Kyra E. Bradshaw is a proud graduate of Woodville Tompkins High School, where she distinguished herself both academically and through extensive community involvement. She participated in a variety of organizations, including the Savannah Youth Ambassadors, Student Leadership Program, South University Health Sciences Explorer Post, AYB Youth and Young Adult Choir, National Beta Club, National Honor Society, Future Iota Leader, Debutante and Master Commission, Young People’s Division, and the Miss Savannah Juneteenth Pageant. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her numerous accolades. Kyra was the first-place winner of the Iota Phi Lambda Essay Contest in 2022 and consistently made honor roll from 2020 to 2024. In 2024, she received the Eagle Scholar Award and completed the South University Health Sciences Explorer Program for the 2023-2024 term. Kyra will attend Georgia Southern University, where she plans to continue her pursuit of academic excellence and community service.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=04I68d_0vk4i7J700" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=04I68d_0vk4i7J700" width="613" height="944" ><figcaption>Trizariah Freeman</figcaption></figure>Trizariah Freeman graduated from Windsor Forest High School, where she was actively involved in a wide range of leadership and service organizations. She represented her school in Students Against Destructive Decisions, served as Vice President of the National Honor Society, Secretary of the Student Council, and President of both Backpack Buddies and the Prom committee. Trizariah was also a member of Youth Peacemakers in the Coastal Empire, Sources of Strength, the Yearbook Committee, the Library Media and Technology Committee, the Student Ambassador, and the Drama Club. Her dedication earned her several honors, including the Peer Mediation Medallion Youth Peacemakers award, recognition as a 2024 Windsor Forest High School Honor Graduate, Superintendent Student of the Month (November 2023), and appreciation awards for her roles as National Honor Society Vice President and Student Council Secretary. She also completed the End of Pathway Assessment in Carpentry and was awarded the Windsor Forest High School Cross Country Greatest Attitude award. Trizariah will attend Georgia Southern University, where she plans to continue her leadership and service journey.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1AlY6e_0vk4i7J700" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1AlY6e_0vk4i7J700" width="349" height="415" ><figcaption>Ka’Leah Parker</figcaption></figure>Kennedy Hunter graduated from the Savannah Arts Academy where she was an active participant in several key organizations. She represented her school as a member of the Future Business Leaders of America, Delta Gems, Savannah Youth Council, Savannah Youth Ambassadors, and Delta Academy. Kennedy’s hard work and dedication earned her various recognitions, including the Future Business Leader of America Award, Citizenship Award, Chorus Four Year Award, Delta Gems Award, Savannah Club Travel Volleyball Five Year Award, and Second Round All- State Player in Volleyball. In addition to her academic and extracurricular accomplishments, Kennedy had the unique opportunity to showcase her singing talents in both France and Costa Rica. Kennedy will attend Georgia Southern University to continue her journey. Laura Lyn Lomboy graduated from Savannah Arts Academy, where she won First Place in the Color Drawing category at the 2023 Savannah Arts Academy Exhibition. She will continue her education at Georgia Southern University, Armstrong Campus.Ka’Leah Parker graduated from Robert W. Groves High School, where she actively participated in several organizations, including the Beta Club, Skill USA, National Society of High School Scholars, National Technical Honor Society, Track and Field Team, and West End Union (Church Organization). Her achievements earned her numerous recognitions, including the Georgia Certificate of Merit, Skills USA Regional and State Champion in extemporaneous speaking, the Recognition of Black Scholarly Excellence, STAR student distinction, Civil Seal recipient, and the prestigious title of 2024 Valedictorian. Ke’Leah will attend the University of Georgia.M. A. R. T. H. A., Incorporated Foundation, Board President, and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter under the leadership of President Nicole S. Fields is honored to build relationships and serve the Savannah-Chatham County community. The members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Gamma Sigma Omega Chapter extend well wishes to the Ivy and Pearl Scholarship recipients as they further their education and pursue their future endeavors. </div></body>

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M. A. R. T. H. A., Incorporated (Moving All Races To Higher Achievement) is the nonprofit foundation associated with the Gamma Sigma Omega (GSO) Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® (AKA). The foundation has been active since 1944, focusing on impacting youth in the community through initiatives that target mentoring, education, health, economics, and artistic programming. In 2024, five deserving graduates from Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools were selected as Ivy and Pearl Scholarship recipients through M.A.R.T.H.A’s efforts.