2025 Rotary Foundation Scholarships

Shaleah Navarro

A senior at the Creative Arts High School in Camden, Shaleah has been granted a Robert M Oberholzer Scholarship, who was a long-time member of the Haddonfield Rotary Club.
Shaleah ranks number two in her class, . Outside of the classroom, her principal says that Shaleah “inspires and empowers individuals in her community” by participating in the high school drama conservancy, marching band and student government.  She volunteers at several community organizations. She will attend Spelman University and plans to major in Biology. After that she would like to attend the Tuskegee College of Veterinary Sciences.
 

Ian Mazzei

A student at HMHS, Ian plans to major in math and minor in French in college. He particularly loves math, which he finds to be “fun.” As he wrote in his essay, “Through numbers I am able to see daily expressions in different ways.” In addition to his academic achievements, Ian has done extensive community service work at the Cherry Hill Food Pantry and Cathedral Kitchen. His essay states that this allowed him to see a side of life that reinforced his desire to help disadvantaged youth in the future. He is also a demonstrated leader as captain of the freshman soccer team and treasurer of the student council.

Leo Davis

This award is for a student athlete who demonstrates a commitment to improving the lives of others, in the fashion of  beloved Rotarian, Bill Wallner, for whom the scholarship is named. Leo is a self-motivated, teaching himself both piano and guitar. His athletic endeavors are in track and field with a focus on pole vault. Leo is specifically interested in the fields of ecology, forestry and wildlife biology. He studies the cycles that drive life and the vast ecosystems on our planet. He was accepted to several 4-year colleges and has chosen Rowan University to earn a Bachelors of Science degree. After graduation, he plans to pursue a position with Americorps through a non-profit such as Conservation Legacy or American Conservation Experience.
Kealah Glover
 
Kaelah, a student at Urban Promise Academy, is a  recipient of a Robert M Olberholzer Scholarship.  Bob Oberholzer was a long-time member of the Rotary Club of Haddonfield. Kealah’s college advisor, states that she “is a person of quality and integrity.” She is a leader in school, church and the local community. She describes Kealah as “confident, kind, athletic, adventurous, independent, motivated, respectful and responsible.” Kealah has a strong interest in science and biology.  Her goal is to serve others and is passionate about pursuing a career as a pediatric nurse at Rowan University. 
Connor Mollis
 
Connor is a gifted student with a passion for the environment and mathematics. He excels in math and completed a class in Multivariable Calculus this year. Some of his many accomplishments and diverse interests include completing an internship with Haddonfield Environmental Commission. captaining the HMHS tennis team. He also participated in the 
peer leadership program, the HMHS Madrigals and Haddonfield Japan Exchange. This exceptional student  plans on getting an environmental engineering degree.
Lindsey Cummins
 
Lindsey discovered her love for journalism as a sophomore when she watched a Penn State freshman pursuing her dream to work in the world of sports journalism and see athletics in a different light. One of Lindsey’s teachers cited her passion for sports and writing, as well as her capacity for hard work, her competitive drive and infectious enthusiasm – both academically and in track and on the soccer field where she has been team captain.  She is engaged in community service through “Stand with Camden” and the LEO Club. The Joe Baltake Scholarship for Journalism is named for the late husband of Rotary member Susan Baltake. Joe was a long-time newspaper writer.
 
 
Angel Lagares
 
Angel’s application essay defines drive and determination. He has three shifts in his day, starting on the maintenance crew at his school, then attends classes till the end of the school day and then each night he attends trade school until 10:30 pm.  He makes time to give back to his community via charity events and work at a food packing programs.  By all accounts is a leader, a helper and a role model.  He is a motivator and a mentor.  He is both studious in his academics and professional in his work.  He wants to complete the diesel mechanic program at Pennco Tech and open his own business someday soon where he will create job opportunities for others.
 
Mountai Line
 
Mountai attends Voorhees Middle School, and is a violin student. He is the recipient of the Alice Downs scholarship, established by Rotary member David Hunter to honor his late mother, Valma Lock. (Alice Downs was the name of a sheep ranch that her father owned in the Australian outback.) The scholarship allows Mountai to participate in an  intensive two-week experience at the Philadelphia International Music Festival, a camp held during the summer at the Valley Forge Military Academy, staffed by members of The Philadelphia Orchestra. Talented young musicians attend from across the United States and around the world. 
Mary Millenbach
 
Mary is a student at Paul VI high school. She sees a future career path in education and psychology. Her distinguished academic record includes membership in the National Honor Society  and awards for AP English Language Composition and the Cum Laude Award for Latin. She has demonstrated her commitment to community service through the Girl Scouts, her church, and participation in a STEM summer camp for elementary school children. Her teacher described her as a “focused and disciplined” individual who will surely make important contributions to our society."
Sinjin Spellmeyer
 
Singin says his passion is creating everything from scratch, from baking to smelting. He has an interest in research and learning  how things work. This calling started with STEM in elementary school when he was involved with the Science Olympiad for three years. In his free time, Singin made a kiln out of clay from Hopkins Pond for the smelting of copper and for creating other alloys. He was selected as a RISER Scholar where he did research at the graduate level lab of the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Singin was the swim team captain this past year. The swim team is state champion for the fifth consecutive year. Singin plans on attending Case Western Reserve University this fall to major in chemical engineering,
Harmony Bronson
 
 
Harmony plans to get a bachelor’s degree in music. Her recommendations noted that she has mastered various vocal techniques and her artistic abilities are truly exceptional Harmony was a member of the Concert choir, involved in a variety of performances, competitions, festivals, community gigs and  fundraisers. She also participated in Wholesome Riches food drives for families in need. Harmony’s goals are to follow her passion for music, to learn everything that she can about it 
and to share her own music with the world.
About Rotary Club of Haddonfield Foundation Scholarships
 
Each year, the Rotary Club of Haddonfield Foundation provides financial assistance to deserving students with financial need in Haddonfield and nearby communities who are planning to further their education in a university, college, vocational or other setting.
 
Particular consideration is given to students who demonstrate an understanding of the Mission of Rotary International: providing service to others, promoting high ethical standards and advancing world understanding, good will and peace.
 
For more information, contact the Foundation Chair, Denise Stuart at denisecstuart@gmail.com.