The Catskill Chronicle

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY (June 28, 2012) – Kenneth Fisk of Livingston Manor and Gabriela Quintanilla of Liberty are the recipients of the two 2012 Community Unity Scholarships, which are funded by Associated Mutual Insurance Cooperative and Cooperative Federal Credit Union of Woodridge.

To qualify for this scholarship, students must be full-time, have good grades, be involved in community service, provide recommendations and maintain a good behavioral record. In addition, they maintain a 2.5 grade point average during their first year in college, as the award is provided in two increments.

Both students are well rounded individuals, performed well academically, received stellar recommendations and most importantly are very involved in community service.

Mr. Fisk, a graduate of Livingston Manor High School, is a volunteer fireman, participates in litter pluck, volunteered for town clean-up after the recent floods, was captain of the LMHS basketball team and coaches youth basketball and soccer. Kenneth will attend Sullivan County Community College in the fall.

Ms. Quintanilla, a graduate of Liberty High School, was on the LHS softball and soccer teams, founded the Diversity Club, was on the Student Council, is involved with local youth at school and at her church and is an advocate for migrant farm workers and undocumented students, working to make a change in their challenges. Gabriela will attend Dutchess County Community College in the fall.