Meet Jordan, First Colonial High School's Salutatorian for 2025! She's not only brainy (hello, UVA Book Award and NMSI Scholarship!), but she's also rocking straight A's and winning hearts with her kindness and servant leadership. When she's not acing academics or leading her club volleyball team, Jordan's busy making the world a better place by championing food allergy awareness, aiming to create a more inclusive future for everyone.
Introducing Caelan, Woodbridge High School's 2025 Valedictorian for 2025! He's a true all-rounder, blending brains, heart, and athletic prowess. Caelan inspired us with his work with Unified Sports, and organization that pairs abled and disabled students on sports teams. Those who know him describe him as compassionate, intelligent, and kind. He's excited to continue his impactful work with special education at Longwood University.
Jake graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cox High School. He was a three sport varsity athlete and captain of the lacrosse team where he earned first team All Region honors. His humility and work ethic stood out among a list of highly competitive finalists. Jake will be attending the University of Virginia next year and plans to study biomedical engineering.
Ian is our second Bag Hefti scholar from Woodbridge High School. Ian was a standout multi-sport varsity athlete and Eagle Scout. Ian's community service and demonstrated leadership style reminded us very much of Bag. Ian will be attending Northern Virginia Community College where he plans to study construction management and welding..
Our first Virginia Beach Bag Hefti Scholar, Tyler graduated at the top of his class and was an All State wrestler, placing 5th in Virginia in his weight class. Tyler's work ethic, outstanding achievement and humble nature made him stand out in an impressive field of finalists. Tyler is enrolled at the University of Virginia, where he plans to study pre-law.
Our first Bag Hefti Scholar from Woodbridge High School, Nathan was a 5 sport varsity athlete and Eagle Scout. Nathan's academic and athletic achievements were eclipsed only by his outstanding community service and demonstrated leadership. Nathan plans to major in Aerospace Engineering at the Florida Institute of Technology.
John's Alma Mater, c/o 1981. We will be awarding an $8,000 scholarship to one exemplary student graduating in 2024!
One of three Virginia Beach schools eligible for an $8,000 scholarship to one exemplary student graduating in 2024!
One of three Virginia Beach schools eligible for an $8,000 scholarship to one exemplary student graduating in 2024!
One of three Virginia Beach schools eligible for an $8,000 scholarship to one exemplary student graduating in 2024!
We're doing it again, and this year it's going to be better than ever! Join us as we celebrate our new scholarship winners and remember Bag's amazing legacy!