Westlake High School Archives

The Georgia Teen Who Got accepted Into 49 Colleges and Won $1.3 Million in Scholarships

New AfricaOctober 13, 2023October 13, 202309 mins

Makenzie Thompson is an 18-year-old high school senior from South Fulton, Georgia, who has achieved an impressive feat: she has been accepted to 49 colleges and offered $1.3 million in scholarships. She is also the class president, co-captain of the dance team, vice president of Beta Club, and a member of the national honor society….

Accomplished Atlanta Teen Awarded $1.3 Million in Scholarships, Earns Acceptance to 50+ Colleges

New AfricaMay 24, 2023April 10, 202407 mins

In an extraordinary academic feat, 18-year-old Daya Brown from Atlanta, Georgia, has not only been accepted to over 50 colleges and universities but has also amassed an impressive $1.3 million in scholarship awards. A senior at Westlake High School, Daya’s dedication to her education, combined with her multifaceted talents and community involvement, has made her…