2017 Graduates of Westbridge Academy, from l-r, Al-Raheem S., Aaron R., Beckia M., Cory H. and Derrick D.
Last June, five students at Westbridge Academy stepped up to accept a diploma and stepped out into the world. Each one of these young people left Westbridge with plans for the future, and the connections needed to make them happen. Four of the five graduates were headed for community college, and two of those students were recipients of scholarships to help advance their post secondary dreams.
Aaron R. was awarded the Joe Gorga Transition to Adult Life Scholarship from the Alliance of Private Special Education Schools of North Jersey. His application included letters of recommendation and an acceptance letter from Bergen Community College for admission into their Applied Science and Business Administration Management Program.
“Aaron embodies values we promote here at Westbridge Academy which include respect, intelligence, discipline and most of all a belief in oneself,” said Abraham Mathew, Assistant Principal.
Graduate Cory H. was awarded an ASAH Scholarship. Selected from a highly competitive field of applicants, he received his award during Special Education Week, an event co-sponsored by the New Jersey School Boards Association.
“As a talented candidate for college, Cory will bring a strong work ethic, honorable leadership qualities, and valuable contributions to the school’s culture and community, a positive attitude and, most importantly, an eagerness to always do his best,” said Dr. Hadzimichalis.
