Michael Brearley Awarded Hollingsworth Scholarship at Furman University
A CCES Student Has Won This Scholarship Every Year

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It was a variation on the old "surprise party" scenario: senior Michael Brearley was called to the office and greeted by a rather stern-looking Ashley Pittman, who led him brusquely into her office.

For a second or two Brearley appeared disoriented to find his entire family huddled in Mrs. Pittman's office--until Furman University Assistant Director of Admissions Jeny Kerscher stepped forward to congratulate him on being awarded the Hollingsworth Scholarship.


The Brearleys share in congratulating Michael on his award. His mother, Tammy, teaches third
grade at CCES.

Brearley is an IB Diploma candidate and National Merit Commended Scholar. A three-sport CCES athlete, he was named a Wendy's High School Heisman Nominee this year. He has received MVP awards on both the CCES varsity soccer and basketball teams, and has been a member of the school's state championship soccer team throughout his high school career. In varsity cross country he was named Region Runner of the Year and All-State. He is active in the school's Volunteer Club, Book Club, Vestry, Spanish Club, and Youth in Government, to name a few of his many extra-curricular commitments, and he has also been involved in the community at the Triune Methodist Soup Kitchen, the Pleasant Valley House Build, and Race for the Cure.

The Hollingsworth Scholarship, established to retain some of South Carolina's brightest students in state for a college education, is given annually to 20 top students. In the three years since the award was established, one of the 20 scholarships has always been given to a CCES student.


College Guidance Director Ashley Pittman with Michael Brearley and Jeny Kerscher from
Furman University.

The Hollingsworth pays $25,000 towards tuition and fees, renewable for three additional years with a Furman cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. Study abroad, a summer internship or research experience, and participation in the Hollingsworth Seminar are additional benefits designed to develop students' leadership potential.

Congratulations, Michael, on a well-deserved honor!