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Honoring Dorothy B Hensel:
A Legacy of Empowering Vocational Education
Honoring Dorothy B Hensel:
A Legacy of Empowering Vocational Education
Dorothy Hensel's remarkable life was deeply intertwined with the rich history of the Frankfort-Elberta community. As the last heir in a lineage tracing back to Charles E. Bailey, the pioneering settler of the Benzonia area, Dorothy was deeply committed to preserving and sharing the stories that shaped our region. She embodied the spirit of local history as the founder of the Benzie Area Historical Society, leaving an indelible mark on the community she cherished.
Dorothy Hensel's remarkable life was deeply intertwined with the rich history of the Frankfort-Elberta community. As the last heir in a lineage tracing back to Charles E. Bailey, the pioneering settler of the Benzonia area, Dorothy was deeply committed to preserving and sharing the stories that shaped our region. She embodied the spirit of local history as the founder of the Benzie Area Historical Society, leaving an indelible mark on the community she cherished.
In her lasting generosity, Dorothy Hensel secured her legacy by establishing the Dorothy Hensel Vocational Scholarship through a planned gift in her will. Her dedication to education lives on through this scholarship, which offers a transformative opportunity to 3-4 graduating seniors each year. These students, who are pursuing trade or vocational school education, benefit from a 2-year scholarship that opens doors to fulfilling careers and a brighter future.
In her lasting generosity, Dorothy Hensel secured her legacy by establishing the Dorothy Hensel Vocational Scholarship through a planned gift in her will. Her dedication to education lives on through this scholarship, which offers a transformative opportunity to 3-4 graduating seniors each year. These students, who are pursuing trade or vocational school education, benefit from a 2-year scholarship that opens doors to fulfilling careers and a brighter future.
Dorothy's connection to the Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools, where she herself graduated in 1926, underscores her deep-rooted commitment to the educational growth and prosperity of our students. Her memory continues to inspire us all as we support the aspirations of future generations, following in her footsteps toward a path of success and fulfillment.
Dorothy's connection to the Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools, where she herself graduated in 1926, underscores her deep-rooted commitment to the educational growth and prosperity of our students. Her memory continues to inspire us all as we support the aspirations of future generations, following in her footsteps toward a path of success and fulfillment.
Celebrating Excellence:
Past Dorothy Hensel Scholarship Recipients
Celebrating Excellence:
Past Dorothy Hensel Scholarship Recipients
Explore the outstanding individuals who have been recipients of the Dorothy Hensel Vocational Scholarship in previous years. These exceptional students embody the values of hard work and commitment to their vocational paths. Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements.
Explore the outstanding individuals who have been recipients of the Dorothy Hensel Vocational Scholarship in previous years. These exceptional students embody the values of hard work and commitment to their vocational paths. Join us in celebrating their remarkable achievements.
2024: Kylee Harris (Hygienist), Mary-Katherine MacRae (Nursing), Elle Rommell (Boat Captain and Radiology Technician), Aiden Sweeney (Electrician), Samantha Tester (Nursing)
2024: Kylee Harris (Hygienist), Mary-Katherine MacRae (Nursing), Elle Rommell (Boat Captain and Radiology Technician), Aiden Sweeney (Electrician), Samantha Tester (Nursing)
2023:Kade Rosum (Electrical), Xander Sauer (Automotive), Adreena Swain (Cosmetology), Anthony West (Culinary)
2023:Kade Rosum (Electrical), Xander Sauer (Automotive), Adreena Swain (Cosmetology), Anthony West (Culinary)
2022: Griffen Anderson (Engineering Technology), Jared Coxe (HVAC), Logan Foster (Illustration), Mikhaela Reid-Lovely (Culinary)
2022: Griffen Anderson (Engineering Technology), Jared Coxe (HVAC), Logan Foster (Illustration), Mikhaela Reid-Lovely (Culinary)
2021: No applicants
2021: No applicants
2020: Tyler Beitel, Hannah Somero
2020: Tyler Beitel, Hannah Somero
2019: Zoe Beehler, Brook Dall, Clay Myers, Sydney Sheaks
2019: Zoe Beehler, Brook Dall, Clay Myers, Sydney Sheaks
2018: Alyssa Dawe, Emma Kelly, Cody Lamerson
2018: Alyssa Dawe, Emma Kelly, Cody Lamerson
2017: Tatyana Atwater, Delayna Gatrell, Tyler Gilbert, Marissa Moore, Austin Soto
2017: Tatyana Atwater, Delayna Gatrell, Tyler Gilbert, Marissa Moore, Austin Soto
2016: Ethan Mills, Hannah Nostrandt, Isabella Putney
2016: Ethan Mills, Hannah Nostrandt, Isabella Putney
2015: Autumn Catteral, Tristen Gleason, Julie Lowe, Brienne Luxford
2015: Autumn Catteral, Tristen Gleason, Julie Lowe, Brienne Luxford
2014: Autumn Catteral, Mandy Edinger
2014: Autumn Catteral, Mandy Edinger
2013: Autumn Catteral, Bradley Pressnell, Kolby Spencley
2013: Autumn Catteral, Bradley Pressnell, Kolby Spencley
2012: Shayla Aldridge, Tammi Bankston, Lucas Evans, Emily Swander
2012: Shayla Aldridge, Tammi Bankston, Lucas Evans, Emily Swander
2011: Emma Fitzhugh, Allison May, Allison Popp
2011: Emma Fitzhugh, Allison May, Allison Popp
2010: Jessica Meek, Melinda Smith, Connor Willoughby
2010: Jessica Meek, Melinda Smith, Connor Willoughby
2009: Ashley Barnes, Jamie Sneed, Ashley Tooley, Connor Willoughby
2009: Ashley Barnes, Jamie Sneed, Ashley Tooley, Connor Willoughby
2008: Abby Gilbert
2008: Abby Gilbert
Class of 1960 Scholarship:
A Class Legacy
Class of 1960 Scholarship:
A Class Legacy
2016: Levi Hubbard, Megan Kubit, Kaelyn Koenig
2016: Levi Hubbard, Megan Kubit, Kaelyn Koenig
2015: Gabriel Huffman, Merren Garber, Maggie MacGirr
2015: Gabriel Huffman, Merren Garber, Maggie MacGirr
2014: Allison Evans, Tristen Gleason, Kennedy MacGirr, Nolan Nye, Sophie Nye, Zachary Paris
2014: Allison Evans, Tristen Gleason, Kennedy MacGirr, Nolan Nye, Sophie Nye, Zachary Paris
2013:
2013:
2012: Bailey, Joe Nugent
2012: Bailey, Joe Nugent
2011: Emma Fitzhugh, Alex Hallan
2011: Emma Fitzhugh, Alex Hallan
2010: Mark Gokey, Melinda Smith
2010: Mark Gokey, Melinda Smith
2009: Delaney Eubank, Christina Wills
2009: Delaney Eubank, Christina Wills
2008: Aaron Wills
2008: Aaron Wills
2007: Corrine Chandler, Kris Snyder
2007: Corrine Chandler, Kris Snyder
Honoring Jim Buzzell:
A Living Legacy of Dedication to Education and Character
Honoring Jim Buzzell:
A Living Legacy of Dedication to Education and Character
The James Buzzell scholarship was created to recognize the legacy and positive impact that James Buzzell, AKA “Coach”, has had on Frankfort Schools, its students and the community. Jim dedicated 30 years to Frankfort High School as a teacher and coach of many sports. His Panther passion and love of community has continued on in his retirement as a volunteer at the school and in many other organizations. He was a founding and long-time member of the Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools Educational Foundation because he wanted to ensure that the school had what it needed to continue offering students opportunities for growth inside and outside the classroom.
The James Buzzell scholarship was created to recognize the legacy and positive impact that James Buzzell, AKA “Coach”, has had on Frankfort Schools, its students and the community. Jim dedicated 30 years to Frankfort High School as a teacher and coach of many sports. His Panther passion and love of community has continued on in his retirement as a volunteer at the school and in many other organizations. He was a founding and long-time member of the Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools Educational Foundation because he wanted to ensure that the school had what it needed to continue offering students opportunities for growth inside and outside the classroom.
Jim’s legacy is characterized by quiet acts of kindness, encouragement of others, grit, fun, community service, Panther Pride, faith and family.
Jim’s legacy is characterized by quiet acts of kindness, encouragement of others, grit, fun, community service, Panther Pride, faith and family.
The John Brunner family kicked off this scholarship fund in 2021 with a four-year commitment of $2,500 per year and a $10,000 donation to establish an endowment. The Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools Educational Foundation will continue the scholarship through fundraising efforts to build the endowment so that a scholarship honoring Coach can be a lasting legacy.
The John Brunner family kicked off this scholarship fund in 2021 with a four-year commitment of $2,500 per year and a $10,000 donation to establish an endowment. The Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools Educational Foundation will continue the scholarship through fundraising efforts to build the endowment so that a scholarship honoring Coach can be a lasting legacy.
SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS: Each year, one Frankfort High School graduate who best exemplifies Coach’s characteristics will be awarded this scholarship. This is a one-time, $2,500 scholarship but can be used at any point within four years of graduating from FHS.
SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS: Each year, one Frankfort High School graduate who best exemplifies Coach’s characteristics will be awarded this scholarship. This is a one-time, $2,500 scholarship but can be used at any point within four years of graduating from FHS.
Recipients are nominated by their peers in the senior class based on the following qualifications:
Recipients are nominated by their peers in the senior class based on the following qualifications:
- Performs quiet acts of kindness for others
- Encourages and builds people up
- Has grit – perseveres with a positive attitude
- Finds/provides ways for others to have fun
- Contributes to/Volunteers in the school and community
- Shows his/her Panther Pride
- Is pursuing further education at a 2 to 4 year college/university
Celebrating Character and Leadership:
Past Jim Buzzell Scholarship Recipients
Celebrating Character and Leadership:
Past Jim Buzzell Scholarship Recipients
2024: Adam Townsend (Cornerstone)
2024: Adam Townsend (Cornerstone)
2023: Elli Tiesworth (Northland College)
2023: Elli Tiesworth (Northland College)
2022: Adam Mills (Albion College)
2022: Adam Mills (Albion College)
2021: Clover Roeter (NMC)
2021: Clover Roeter (NMC)
Honoring Wayne Edwards:
A Legacy of Hard Work and Perseverance
Honoring Wayne Edwards:
A Legacy of Hard Work and Perseverance
Wayne Edwards was born and raised in Elberta, Michigan. He walked to Frankfort every day for school because they had a stronger program to help get young adults ready for college. He worked several jobs to raise enough money to attend college. He obtained an engineering degree from Michigan State University which provided an excellent living for his family. The strong ties to and love of Frankfort has continued through generations of the Edwards family so, in 2024, they started the Edwards Family Scholarship Fund with a $100,000 endowment commitment
Wayne Edwards was born and raised in Elberta, Michigan. He walked to Frankfort every day for school because they had a stronger program to help get young adults ready for college. He worked several jobs to raise enough money to attend college. He obtained an engineering degree from Michigan State University which provided an excellent living for his family. The strong ties to and love of Frankfort has continued through generations of the Edwards family so, in 2024, they started the Edwards Family Scholarship Fund with a $100,000 endowment commitment
Scholarship Details: The Recipient of the scholarship will be chosen by the Edwards family and will exemplify the following characteristics:
Scholarship Details: The Recipient of the scholarship will be chosen by the Edwards family and will exemplify the following characteristics:
1. Hard Working
1. Hard Working
2. Goal Oriented
2. Goal Oriented
3. Team Player
3. Team Player
4. Financial Need
4. Financial Need
They will provide one student with a scholarship for his/her first year of college, mentor him/her and, if they have a successful year at college, renew the scholarship for up to three additional years.
They will provide one student with a scholarship for his/her first year of college, mentor him/her and, if they have a successful year at college, renew the scholarship for up to three additional years.
Celebrating Grit:
Celebrating Grit:
Edwards Family Scholarship Recipients
Edwards Family Scholarship Recipients
2024: Lily Phillips
2024: Lily Phillips
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