Ridgefield Lions Award $19,000 in Scholarships
Club Supports State Blind School Track Meet and Welcomes New Members
Scholarships Awarded
The Ridgefield Lions presented $19,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors. Recipients included:
Premier Senior: Coleman Simmons — $3,000
Exceptional Seniors: Eladia Erickson and Behla James — $2,000 each
Outstanding Senior: Colin Hutton — $1,000
Upper Division Scholarship: Olivia Matters — $1,000
Trades Scholarship: Conner Enquist — $1,000
Burkle Family Scholarship: Behla James — $3,000
Spudder Spirit Scholarship: Coleman Simmons — $5,000
Starfish Scholarship: Coleman Simmons — $1,000
The club congratulates all scholarship recipients and wishes all graduating seniors the very best in their future endeavors.
State Blind School Track and Field Event
The Ridgefield Lions also showed up in force for the annual Washington State School for the Blind Track and Field Event. The meet attracts hundreds of visually impaired athletes from around the region and is one of the school's marquee events each year. Participants competed in a variety of running events as well as field competitions, including shot put, softball throw, Nerf javelin, standing and running long jump, and soccer goal scoring.
New Members Welcome
The Ridgefield Lions welcomed three new members during the club's monthly meeting on May 27. Club President David Schick sponsored new member Scott Nicholson. Club member Michelle Coggin sponsored new members Christina and Christopher Cericola.
Volunteers Needed for Clark County Fair
The Ridgefield Lions are still seeking volunteers to help staff the club's Clark County Fair food booth. Volunteers receive fair admission along with a meal. To view available shifts, visit the club's website at RidgefieldLions.org.
The Ridgefield Lions is a growing, dynamic club open to anyone interested in serving the community. Visit the club's website for additional information about membership and volunteer opportunities.