GCS Credit Union awards $2,000 college scholarship to Granite City High School grad
GCS Credit Union recently presented their 2023 scholarship to Granite City High School’s Caylie McElroy, who is at the center of the photo holding the floral bouquet. (Photo courtesy GCS)
A local high school student has recently been awarded the GCS Credit Union Scholarship. The recipient is Caylie McElroy from Granite City High School.
GCS sought out applicants who received good grades, had an opinion on effective money habits and who were actively involved in school and the community.
Nicole R. Thorp, who the scholarship is dedicated to, was a big believer in helping out where needed.
McElroy is ranked number one in her class, played soccer, golf and was in marching and concert band for GCHS. She is also active in her church and volunteers for numerous community outreach events.
McElroy plans to attend Saint Louis University, pursuing a major in nursing with a minor in Spanish. She further wishes to travel the country and aid in pediatric care in hospitals with children who may not be fluent in the English language.
Candidates were also required to submit an essay on three principles they believe should guide a new college student’s money habits. McElroy’s entry noted, “All the dreams you have worked to accomplish thus far require money to achieve, whether it be directly or not. Use the ambition you have for your future to drive your financial decisions. You can accomplish anything you put your mind to if you invest in yourself and you invest your money into your future!”
GCS further wished McElroy “the best of luck in continuing her education and reaching her goals.”
To find out more about GCS Credit Union, visit myGCScu.com.
