Lorenzo Walker Institute Announces Scholarship Winners
The Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology is pleased to announce it has awarded fifteen scholarships to graduating Collier County Public Schools seniors. These scholarships, funded thanks to the generosity of the Walker family and in honor of James Lorenzo Walker, will assist these students in their pursuit of advanced education here in Collier County.
These students have indicated their intention to enroll in specialized programs ranging from computer technology or business education, to nursing, aviation, automotive or marine service, and culinary arts. Each is a postsecondary program that will result in industry-recognized certifications or licensure, making graduates eligible, upon completion of their program, for immediate employment in their field. Students who choose to pursue further education will be able to enter a range of college or university programs with advanced standing, as their studies at LWIT can result in the granting of college credit at a range of institutions in Florida.
We're pleased to congratulate the following CCPS graduating seniors:
From Barron Collier High School: Francisco Barbosa; Juan Geldres; Timothy Henderson
From Gulf Coast High School: David Cepeck, Jr.; Frank Merritt; Daphne Quezada
From Lely High School: Jacqueline Chavez; Dulce Lora
From Golden Gate High School: Ricardo Gutierrez; Maria Nunez
From Naples High School: Eiliana Novelo; Yasmine Padilla
From Palmetto Ridge High School: Alian Gonzalez; Eleazar Lozano
From Everglades City School: Amber Lopez
For more information about program offerings or scholarship opportunities at LWIT, please call (239) 377-0900.
May 25, 2007
LWIT Graduates Poised to Move Into Collier Workforce
Graduation season is right around the corner and students at Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology (LWIT) are primed and ready to receive their diplomas, and then step into the workforce. The Graduation Ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 24th, in the Gulf Coast High School Auditorium (7878 Shark Way).
Graduates have successfully completed program requirements in numerous fields: Aviation Power Plant and Airframe Mechanics, Automotive Service Technology, Business and Computer Technology, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Early Childhood Education, Marine Service Technology, and many courses offered in the Health Science professions.
LWIT has a long and distinguished history of training Collier County students for entry into the marketplace. Historically, more than 90% of graduates remain in Collier County and become part of the local workforce. Congratulations to all 2007 LWIT graduates!
To learn more please contact Principal Jeanette Johnson at 377-0900 or via e-mail at JohnsoJ2@coller.k12.fl.us.
May 17, 2007
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