Each year the St. Paul Central High School Foundation selects 13 seniors as Foundation Scholars based on their academic performance, community involvement, and success in the face of adversity.
Kamaria Milton, ’23 – Central High School Foundation Scholar
After graduating Central in 2023 Kamaria went south to attend Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Southern University is an HBCU and Kamaria has loved learning more about her culture and community. She wants Central students to know that going to college is attainable and to not be nervous about taking that next step.
“Getting into college feels hard. But I want all the Central students to know they can do it. Just apply, colleges will help you find the right place” — Kamaria Milton
Aissatou Faye, ’23 – Rohricht Scholar and Central High School Foundation Scholar
While at Central, Aissatou was co-president of the Black Student Union, captain of the volleyball team, and was in band all four years. After graduating she went on to attend the University of Minnesota where she is majoring in psychology and sociology, and minoring in fashion design. She is a part of Golden Mag, the campus fashion magazine.
“The scholarships — they are amazing. It’s been great to go to the U and be supported by Central” — Assiatou Faye
Isadora Swann, ’20 – Central High School Foundation Scholar
“I am so excited to be spending a gap year abroad as a part of a six month german exchange program led by the US Congress and German Bundestag. I will then be attending University of Southern California in LA where I will be studying acting. I am so honored and grateful to receive this scholarship. As a young woman going into the performing arts I am keenly aware of the challenges that lie ahead. I will constantly have to be working to secure my next job and paycheck. These funds are helping me to actualize my dreams and focus on my creative success instead of monetary stresses. I am looking forward to an amazing four years of college and am so thankful for Central for making me the person I am today. “
Jalen Jackson, ’18 – Philando Castile Scholar
“I’m a junior Biology major at Alcorn State University studying to become a physical/occupational therapist. I’ve made the dean’s list every semester at Alcorn (3.5+ gpa) and made the President’s list this past spring semester (4.0 gpa). I’m in multiple organizations and very actively involved on campus.”
Ellen Carlson-Berkley, ’18 – Nancy Berkley Scholar
“I am currently back on campus at Haverford College, with a mix of online and partially in-person classes. This is the start of my junior year, and I am double-majoring in Growth and Structure of Cities and Physics.“
Robel Asmelash, ’18 – Central High School Foundation Scholar
“I’m currently at the University of Minnesota, majoring in business marketing and education. I am also working part-time with U.S. Bank as an analyst.”
Bolutife Olanrewaju, ’17, Mary Mackbee Scholar
“For me, the Mary Mackbee Legacy Scholarship means greater peace of mind. I rely on financial aid and scholarships to attend the University of Chicago. As a result of the scholarship, I have been able to cover expenses that would have otherwise made my college experience more difficult. The peace of mind that I have gained through the Mary Mackbee Legacy Scholarship means that I can spend my time receiving a great education and building my future.”