May 22, 2023 – As the 2022-2023 school year starts winding down, Silsbee High School Seniors are closing chapters on several events before graduations. One of those events is Scholarships Night. More than $1.42 million was awarded to a third of the senior class.

Some of the big awards of the night included four $96,000 scholarships for Robert Barton III, Jenny Tu, Daegyn Voisin and Jaron Williams from Lamar University. Also, Marc Gutierrez was awarded the Presidential Merit Scholarship from St. Edwards University toaling $88,000. Sydnee McGrue was awarded the A.B. Barret Academic Award from Abilene Christian University. Max and Mason Brisbane were awarded the Mary Hardin Scholarship totaling $45,000 each and

Wellborn Fuller was awarded the Distinction Award from Baylor University totaling $48,000.

For a full list of scholarships awarded, click here.

We pause in this moment to express our genuine thanks, acknowledging the profound impact these generous entities have made on the lives of our students. Their unwavering support serves as a beacon of hope, ushering in a new era of possibilities and fostering a sense of optimism in the face of financial challenges.

The night's much-celebrated scholarships, earned through perseverance and unwavering dedication, embody the fruits of the tireless efforts put forth by our senior students. This substantial infusion of funds holds the promise of a brighter tomorrow, propelling their aspirations and bolstering their path towards an enhanced future.