One Community Bank awards 9 scholarships

Oregon, Wis.-based One Community Bank awarded $500 scholarships to 9 local high schoolers..The program expanded last year as the bank aligned with local school districts. Applications opened in February and were possible for graduating seniors at nine schools. Applicants were required to be in good academic standing with plans to attend a two- or four-year institution, technical or trade school, or an apprenticeship program. “We are thrilled to support the educational goals of these outstanding students,” said President and CEO Steve Peotter. “These scholarships reflect our ongoing commitment to investing in the future of our communities and recognizing young individuals who demonstrate leadership, academic excellence, and community involvement.”Recipients included:Julissa Espino Kelley of Adams-Friendship High SchoolKate Menders of McFarland High SchoolOlivia Jacobson of Monona Grove High SchoolLeah Sieren of Oregon High SchoolLily O’Hearn of Stoughton High SchoolMaya Rodrigues of Sun Prairie East High SchoolRishab Kotte of Sun Prairie West High SchoolHailey Reynolds of Waunakee High SchoolNatalie Grant of Westfield High School