EMS PTA 2025 College Scholarships

Congratulations to all our 2025 EMS PTA Scholarship Winners! Each deserving student will receive a $250 award, fully funded by the EMS PTA.

We want to acknowledge the dedicated efforts of the GHS Guidance Department in thoughtfully selecting and recognizing these exceptional student recipients. 

Cameron Clark

Cameron Clark excelled as a captain for the varsity softball team at GHS after being a 4-year starter, demonstrating exceptional leadership and athletic prowess. Her academic achievements are equally impressive, with multiple awards recognizing her excellence in mathematics, social studies, and English. Cameron will attend Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, where she plans to major in either Statistical Science or Computer Science. A highlight of her GHS experience was being a member of the GHS Chamber Singers and forming lasting friendships.

Brooke Cumberland

Brooke Cumberland is a highly accomplished student, recognized for her exceptional talents in dramatic writing. She is a two-time winner of the prestigious Lillian Butler Davey Drama Award for her pieces, "My Room" and "Red Pepper Flakes," and a first-place winner in the Ten Minute Play Festival for her work, "Hold It in Your Hand." During her time at GHS, Brooke was an active member of the theater department, joining the Thespian Honor Society in her sophomore year and performing in over twelve theatrical productions. In the fall, Brooke will attend New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, majoring in Dramatic Writing at the Rita and Burton Goldberg Institute within the Kanbar Institute of Film and Television. Brooke is thrilled to continue pursuing her passion there.

Charlotte Marcussen

Throughout her high school career, Charlotte Marcussen has excelled in leadership and creative pursuits. She served on Model UN leadership, specializing in Crisis, a division of MUN about which she is very passionate. An avid creative writer, Charlotte founded the Creative Writing Club. She also actively participated in and took over the large Dungeons & Dragons club at GHS. Beyond these activities, Charlotte enjoys speaking French and playing the piano. Next year, she will attend Wellesley College, where she plans to major in history.

Maximilien Shaw

Maximilien Shaw's high school career is highlighted by his significant achievements in competitive sports. A major accomplishment was being named captain of the rugby team. He cherishes the memory of going to nationals with the rugby team three years in a row, a true highlight of his GHS career. Academically, he fondly remembers working on APUSH (AP U.S. History) projects in Mrs. Boyea's class during his sophomore year. Maximilien plans to attend the University of St Andrews this fall, where he will major in international relations.

Zerach Zou

Zerach Zou's time at GHS was marked by significant accomplishments in both leadership and academics. One key achievement was becoming Student Body President, where he worked alongside fellow students and staff to advocate for teachers and fight against the BET’s budget cuts in front of the Board of Education. Another notable accomplishment was attending the International Career Development Conference for GHS's DECA chapter, a global business competition where he earned a silver ribbon for scoring in the 99th percentile of all competitors. Zerach will attend Northwestern University next year, studying Mathematical Models in the Social Sciences. A highlight from his GHS career was performing with the Orchestra during the first annual Candlelight concert this year, a memorable Holiday performance that united the band, choir, and orchestra.