Please join the Scholarship Board and Central Ohio Chapter in congratulating this year’s recipients!
Elyssa Dzyak graduated Summa Cum Laude from Olentangy Orange. She will be pursuing a Bachelor of Architecture degree at University Park.
Elyssa is the daughter of Rachel and Todd Dzyak. As a percussionist and sub-section leader in the Marching Band she participated in events from the Circleville Pumpkin Parade to the Los Angeles Christmas Parade and the Dublin, Ireland St. Patrick’s Day Parade. She was an original member of the Letters For Rose club, which provides cards, letters, and artwork to residents of local nursing homes.
Other achievements include, leader of the German and Baking Clubs, AP Scholar with Distinction, and gymnastics coach at a local gym.
Garrett Comerford was a member of the Student Council and Class Cabinet at Olentangy Orange. He will be pursuing an Aerospace Engineering degree at University Park.
Garrett is the son of John and Rachel Comerford. He was a Scholar Athlete as a member of the varsity soccer team. He completed an internship with the Ohio Athletics Conference and was an intern to Governor Kasich. Garrett is an avid skier and model rocket builder.
Additional achievements include, mentoring gifted elementary students, AP Scholar with Distinction, and volunteering at a local Goodwill.