2020 TSTCI Foundation Educational Scholarship Recipients

In this time of trouble and turmoil, these young people return hope to us. They are the next generation to take the wheel and steer us toward a better tomorrow. We are very proud of these young people — for what they have accomplished thus far, and more importantly, for what they will bring to this world in the future. Please join us in recognizing these TSTCI Foundation Educational 2020 Scholarship Recipients. 

2020 is the first year the TSTCI Foundation established the Educational Scholarship Fund. This scholarship fund allows us the opportunity to provide scholarships to members of the immediate family of active employees of TSTCI Member Companies. 

We were excited by the response, interest and excitement shown for this program by the employees of our members. We received 18 applications and were able to award nine $750.00 scholarships. We wish we could have awarded all 18 applicants; however, as you might imagine, we had to make some very difficult choices.  We are hopeful that with the continued support of our membership, we will be able to award even more scholarships next year.

So, without further ado, the TSTCI Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the first-ever awarded TSTCI Foundation Educational Scholarships. 
 

Walter McCormick — Son of Cap Rock Telephone Cooperative Employee: Philip McCormick

Walter has plans to attend West Texas A&M University with study emphasis in Mechanical Engineering. Walter was ranked first in his class, a member of the National Honor Society, a member of the Student Council and an active participant in numerous sports activities including basketball, cross country, track, tennis and golf. In addition to his school and sports activities, Walter participates in several community advocacy activities like helping raise food for the Spur Food Bank, assisting senior citizens, working to update handicap parking areas and donating to the area Goodwill and public library.  Please join us in congratulating Walter McCormick.

 

Wyatt McCormick — Son of Cap Rock Telephone Cooperative Employee: Philip McCormick

Wyatt has plans to attend South Plains College studying Diesel Service Technology. Wyatt was ranked in the top ten of his class, a member of the National Honor Society and received certificate in welding. Like his brother, Walter, Wyatt also participated in a number of sport activities like basketball, cross country, track, golf and tennis. Wyatt gives back to the community helping seniors in the area, donating clothing to the Helping Hands and Goodwill groups, donating books to the library and working on food drive for Spur Food Bank. Please join us in congratulating Wyatt McCormick.
 

Dawson has plans to attend Texas A&M University perhaps via Blinn Junior College studying Construction Science. Dawson was Academic All-District for four years and was in the National Honor Society.  He played baseball and basketball and was Captain his senior year. In community, Dawson participates in the Interact Rotary Club, the Optimist Club and is active in the Lutheran Youth Organization. Please join us in congratulating Dawson Loehr.

Zachary graduated in the top third of his class and was Academic All-State 2019-2020. He plans to attend Texas Tech University perhaps via Blinn College and wants to major in Business. He worked throughout his high school years and fit participation in school sports and activities like football (team Captain at one point), golf, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leader, American Legion Texas Boy State and Spanish Club. In addition, Zachary is very active in youth organizations Elevate Youth and Young Life La Grange. Join us in congratulating Zachary Werner.

Allison has already obtained her Associates of Arts Degree in Business Fundamentals and is now pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Phoenix. As we understand, her outside quiet demeanor and focus are the layers you go through before reaching her internal creative leader and dancing self. Her love and talent for dance are noted with participation in dance organizations and national competitions. Please join us in congratulating Allison Ackley.

Chris is currently attending Blinn College through the dual-credit program and also is in the Advanced Placement program. Chris has also received the Academic Award in Government and Academic Excellence.  He is looking to transfer to a yet undetermined 4-year university his sophomore year to focus on a BBA in Management.  On his way to continuing his educational journey, it appears that Chris will do so continuing the family musical talents with his love and talents in concert and marching bands and western music performances. Please join us in congratulating Christopher Ackley.

McKena is currently in her first year of the Radiology Program at Amarillo College. This program has high entrance standards and getting into this program is earned not given. McKena focused and worked extremely hard for her earned position. In addition to school, she also holds down a part-time job.  In school, McKena was a member of the National Honor Society, FFA President, FCCLA, yearbook staff and one-act-play cast. She also participated in basketball, track and Ag mechanics. Join us in sending congratulations to McKena McJimsey.

Like her sister, McKena, Mesa is currently completing her first of a two year program in Radiology at Amarillo College. Upon completion of this program, Mesa may pursue employment in the field of radiology while she also pursues additional education. Mesa was a member of the National Honor Society, FFA, FCCLA and one-act-play.  She also participated in basketball, track and was a cheerleader. Please join us in congratulating Mesa McJimsey.

Amy is pursuing becoming a nurse and would like to utilize her nursing skills as a traveling nurse. She will attend Lubbock Christian University with that goal in mind. Amy participated in the Latin Club and yearbook staff in school. Evidence of her servant heart, she collects food for the South Plains Food Bank, participates in mission trips and received the Servant’s Heart Award her Junior Year. Please join us in congratulating Amy Maner.