DCCSC Offers Two Annual College Scholarships!
Congratulations to Corrina Clifford and Jett Marshall,
2026 DCCSC College Scholarships Awardees! Bios below:
The Democratic Central Committee of Siskiyou County (DCCSC) believes that an educated society is the best way to develop a strong democracy, and that education is one of the best means for individuals to improve not only their own lives, but to contribute to a healthy society in diverse and productive ways.
In support of these beliefs, we will again offer two (2)! one-thousand-dollar ($1000) scholarships to two eligible Siskiyou County graduates this year! (All high school, charter school, home school and continuation school graduates are eligible to apply for the awards).
The scholarships are awarded to students demonstrating a combination of academic achievement, participation in extra-curricular activities, volunteerism and a belief in Democratic values.
What some Scholarship winners say about their awards! Athena Maniatis writes:
"As the 2023 recipient of the Siskiyou Democrat’s scholarship, "I was able to achieve my lifelong goal of moving to New York City to further my education. As a first-generation college student approaching my senior year at Marymount Manhattan College, I am eternally grateful for the DCCSC’s support and encouragement, which has ultimately helped me grow both intellectually and personally. Through this scholarship I was granted the gift of opportunity, which continues to empower me now and in my future endeavors. Thank you for believing in me.”
2022 awardee Sam Shelly writes: "I'd like to tell you again how grateful I am for the scholarship you awarded me. Vassar College has introduced me to new areas of study, like computer science and coding. I've made many new friendships, joined the ultimate frisbee team, ate well in the cafeteria, and took the train into NYC - many times. (When I'm home ) in Mt. Shasta for the summer and it looks so different now, and more beautiful than ever. I appreciate your award and vote of confidence in me."
Recent DCCSC Scholarship Winners
One of two DCCSC 2026 Scholarships was awarded to Corrina Clifford
Corrina Clifford is a 2026 graduate at Mount high school and a recipient of one of the DCCSC CSC scholarships. While at Mount Shasta high school she was involved in many sports and clubs. She maintained a 4.0+ GPA while taking many advanced high school and college classes. While in high school, she worked part-time and was extensively involved in volunteer activities and plans to continue with Rotaract , the collegiate branch of rotary, while attending UC Davis as a biological environmental science major.
One of two DCCSC 2025 Scholarships was awarded to Kylee Mitchell
Kylene Mitchell from Weed High School attends Illinois Wesleyan University. She writes:
"Through this scholarship I was granted the gift of opportunity, which continues to empower me now and in my future endeavors."
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Our 2022 Scholarship winner was Sam Shelly
Sam graduated this year from Vassar College. He wrote after his first year: "Vassar College has introduced me to new areas of study, like computer science and coding. I've made many new friendships, joined the ultimate frisbee team, and took the train into NYC - many times!"
One of two DCCSC 2026 Scholarships was awarded to Jett Marshall
Jett Marshall is the recipient of one of the DCCSC scholarships awarded in 2026. He is a graduate of weed high school where he was a four sport athlete with an overall GPA of 4.0+, while being dual enrolled in college classes and working part-time. Jett has been an active member of ASB, and other school activities and clubs. He will be attending UC Berkeley in the fall, majoring in business.
The DCCSC 2024 Scholarship was awarded to Roman Cross
Roman graduated from Mt. Shasta High School. He persevered in spite of personal difficulties and challenges faced as a result of the pandemic and attends the University of Southern California (USC).
One of two DCCSC 2025 Scholarships was awarded to Zoe Erhlich
Zoe demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence, participated in numerous extracurricular activities and programs, volunteered for local organizations during her four years at Yreka High School. She attends University of California at Berkeley.
The DCCSC 2023 Scholarship winner was Athena Maniatis
Athena attends Marymount Manhattan College, majoring in Creative Writing and minoring in Fashion Studies. Many DCCSC members met and congratuated Athena and her parents at the 2023 DCCSC BBQ!