Pictured, left front row to right front, then back row, are recipients Mia Anzlee Smith (sage shirt), Azairah Reed, (dark green shirt), Lena Marie Skiles, Zalven Gage Welch, Mason Parks Lillard, Consumer Education & Scholarship Committee Member & Past Chair Brieanne Maya (behind Lena & Zalven), CEO Carol Seal (behind Zalven & Mason), Consumer Education & Scholarship Committee Chair Gacomo Gunneson, Consumer Education & Scholarship Committee BOD Liaison Denise Murphy, Consumer Education & Scholarship Committee Staff Liaison Jessica Snyder (flora skirt, closer up front) and Upcoming 2026 President Connie Powell Brewer (leopard print shirt).
The Greater Chattanooga Realtors are proud to announce the recipients of their 2025 scholarships, awarding $4,000 each to five "outstanding" local high school seniors. These scholarships recognize the academic achievements and community involvement of the students, who were selected from nearly 40 applicants based on a rigorous review process.
Recipients were evaluated on their application, a letter of recommendation, an introductory video and their academic performance, requiring a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Officials said, "The scholarship committee was impressed by the dedication and potential demonstrated by all applicants and is honored to support the educational pursuits of the students"
Awardees:
1.
Mia Anzlee Smith- Sequatchie County High School
2. Azairah Reed- Dade County High School
3. Lena Marie Skiles- Soddy Daisy High School
4. Zalven Gage Welch- Soddy Daisy High School
5. Mason Parks Lillard- Signal Mountain High School
“We are incredibly proud to recognize these outstanding scholarship recipients. At Greater Chattanooga Realtors, we believe in investing in the future, and these students embody the hard work, resilience and passion that will help shape stronger communities.” said Ellis Gardner, president of Greater Chattanooga Realtors.” Congratulations to each of you—you inspire us all.”
"The Greater Chattanooga Realtors would like to thank all applicants for their participation and commend them for their hard work and dedication," officials said. "The organization is committed to supporting local youth and looks forward to continuing this tradition in the years to come."