The Central Brevard Art Association’s Youth Scholarship Award is presented in June, to a graduating high school senior, who is continuing their art education. The fund for the award was started in 2004 through a donation by Gina Crabbs in memory of her mother, Theresa Barbini, both members of CBAA. In 2006, Helen Wheatley volunteered to act as chairperson and set the criteria for the selection process. Each year, high school art teachers are asked to nominate their best students based on scholastic achievement, talent, and desire to pursue a degree in art or art related field. A volunteer committee of CBAA board members interviews the students and reviews samples of their work to select the student with the greatest potential to succeed. Past Youth Scholarship Award recipients have included Hannah Mericle (2006) of Rockledge High School, Kaleigh McBride (2008) of Cocoa Beach Jr./Sr. High School and Angelie Villacampa (2009) of Viera High School. In 2010, in celebration of CBAA’s 50th anniversary, the board approved two scholarships, which were awarded to Monica Williams of Viera High School and Alyssa Yandell of West Shore Jr./Sr. High School. The student chosen for 2011 was Jenna Ison of Viera High School and 2012’s recipient was Sierra Williams from Astronaut High School. Local businesses, Ralph’s Art Supply and Studio 3 Framing, have been very generous providing donations in support of the program.
Central Brevard Art Association (CBAA) Youth Scholarship Award Overview