February 11, 2021, Edwards, Colorado
Vail Christian High School names the recipients of the 2021 Honor Scholarship to two deserving Eagle County 8th graders. The two winners were chosen on the basis of grades, standardized test scores, teacher recommendations, written essays, and personal interviews.
Jasmine Dolcescu of Eagle County Charter Academy and Noelle Razee of Vail Christian
Academy earned the merit-based scholarships, providing half price tuition each year until
graduation from Vail Christian High School, totaling over $100,000 over four years.
“Many of the Valley’s best and brightest incoming freshman applied, representing schools from Gypsum to Vail. Both Jasmine and Noelle showed grit and grace and their hard work and drive for excellence was evident. They each rose to the top of this intellectually gifted crowd,” Head of School Steve O’Neil said.
Noelle and Jasmine will be part of the school’s thriving 48-member incoming Freshman class.
Director of Admissions, Heat
her Downey said, “Both girls are extremely bright and well deserving
and they have exciting futures ahead of them. We are honored to be a part of it. We are incredibly proud of both Jasmine and Noelle, and we are excited for them to join the VCHS
family in the class of 2025, “
During the signing ceremony, Noelle Razee credited her family for their support and
confidence in her throughout her elementary and middle school years. “They believed in me
and encouraged me to to excel and always put forth my greatest effort,” Razee said.
Jasmine Dolcescu said earning this scholarship gives her “a sense of pride and
accomplishment.” She thanked her teachers and expressed excitement to sign on at Vail
Christian High School.
This is the fifth year Vail Christian High School has awarded the Honor Scholarship to
incoming Freshmen through an application process based on academic merit, positive
community impact and academic achievement. Winners must maintain a GPA of 3.75
throughout their four years of schooling and must exhibit strong character and leadership.
“VCHS has been the starting line for many young adults who go on to excel in their careers, and also take pride in their service to others. At Vail Christian High School, our values of Excellence, Faith, Character, and Community translate to the real lives of our students after they graduate,” said Steve O’Neil.
For more information about the class of 2025, contact Heather Downey, Director of Admissions
at 970-766-4125 or hdowney@vchsweb.org.
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