Pictured: Councilman Kaleem Shabazz & NAAC President of NAACP, Richar Helfant of LUCY, John Schultz and NJ Assemblyman and VP of MBCA Don Guardian
The Metropolitan Business & Citizens Association (MBCA) held its 20th Annual Spring Scholarship Foundation Awards Luncheon was held Thursday, April 27 in the Grand Ballroom of the historic Claridge Hotel . Over $22,000 in Scholarships and grants were awarded by the MBCA Education Foundation.
MBCA President John Schultz with SEASHORE Gardens Table Members
They were presented for students in the region who are planning to continue their studies at an accredited higher education institution. This year’s Keynote Speaker and Outstanding Educator Award recipient was Dr. Harvey Kesselman Past President of Stockton University . He recently retired and got a standing ovation from over 600 attendees at the luncheon.
Stage Trip Scholarship In Memory of Becky Orsatti to Olivia D’Alessandro From Mainland HS with Mayor Marty Small Sr.
MBCA presented several named Scholarships the were sponsored by AtlantiCare, Martin Wilson Jr. Music & Arts Scholarships, Stage Trip, Glenn Insurance, Accent Aesthetics , Seashore Gardens Foundation, & (5) Named Epicurean Scholarships. MBCA also recognizes an area educator for their outstanding contributions to education. The Epicurean Society’s Outstanding Teacher Recognition Award in the amount of $1,500 was presented to Julianne Vannella From Principal Academy Charter School .This awards goes to an individual who makes a difference in the development of his/her students, with a unique Teaching Program or ,demonstrates resourcefulness and utilizes innovative teaching techniques.
Dr. Harvey Kesselman Receives the MBCA Outstanding Education Award by Co-Chairs Alex Marino, Rick Santoro with Co-Executive Director Scott Cronick and Lynne Kesselman
The MBCA Scholarship Luncheon was sponsored by Atlantic Cape Community College & Fulton Bank
Co-Chaired by Alexander Marino, Executive Director of Carnegie Library and Richard Santoro, CRDA/ SID Director , More information at www.mbcanj.com
