MOUNT VERNON- The Mount Vernon Music Boosters are thrilled to celebrate musical excellence and announce the recipients of the 2024 Music Boosters Scholarships.

This year, $2,500 in scholarships was awarded to seven talented students from
Mount Vernon Middle School and Mount Vernon High School. The scholarships support and encourage students’ continued musical development, helping them pursue various opportunities to enhance their musical abilities.

Following are the Music Boosters scholarship recipients:

•Lacey Jefferis, Grade 7 – $415
Purpose: Olentangy Summer Strings Camp

•Payton Lamb, Grade 8 – $415
Purpose: Olentangy Summer Strings Camp

•Cooper Ferguson, Grade 9 – $325
Purpose: Bassoon Lessons

•Madeline Springer, Grade 10- $325
Purpose: Flute Lessons

•Tyler Ing, Grade 11 – $395
Tyler was selected as the recipient of the Chelsie Alaimo Memorial Music Boosters Scholarship
Purpose: The Ohio State University Marching Band Summer Clinic

•Olufemi Odiah, Grade 11 – $325
Purpose: Violin Lessons

•Natasha Jose, Grade 12- $300
Purpose: Violin Lessons

The Mount Vernon Music Boosters Scholarship program is an essential part of the group’s commitment to nurturing musical talents within the community. Scholarships are awarded based on the students’ active participation in school music programs — such as band, orchestra, or choir — and their clear intention to further their musical education and skills.

Eligible students can use the scholarship funds for various musical pursuits, including attending music-focused camps, receiving music lessons, repairing instruments, and even advancing their music education at the college level. By providing these scholarships, the Music Boosters aim to remove financial barriers and help students achieve their full potential in the musical arts.

About the Mount Vernon Music Boosters

The Mount Vernon Music Boosters is a dedicated group of parents, teachers, and community members who support the music programs within Mount Vernon City Schools. Through fundraising events and community engagement, the Music Boosters provide essential financial support for music education, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to explore and develop their musical talents.

For more information about the Mount Vernon Music Boosters and how you can support our mission, contact mvmusicboosters@gmail.com or visit www.mvmusicboosters.org.