Students from across the valley gathered with family for amemorable afternoon that included portraits, a lunch banquet, and an emotionalscholarship reveal. The Rogers Achievers Scholarships range from $20,000 to$100,000 and are valid toward tuition and college expenses at any accrediteduniversity or college in the United States.
This year, six students were awarded $20,000 scholarships, and five others received $40,000. Then came a surprise twist—Beverly Rogers, Chairman of the Board of The Rogers Foundation, invited two students to the stage: Ethan Kurian of Ed W. Clark High School and Asher Kay of Advanced Technologies Academy (A-Tech). Both were stunned to learn they would receive a $100,000 scholarship. Ethan’s award came from The Rogers Foundation, while Asher’s was made possible by a generous gift from the estate of Susan Turney.
“Scholarship season is one of the most meaningful times of the year for us,” said Janae Downey, Chief Financial Officer, The Rogers Foundation. “These students are impressive in every sense, but it’s their stories and determination that leave the biggest impact. Supporting their next chapter is truly a privilege.”
Over the past several months, hundreds of applicants submitted essays, letters of recommendation, and test scores. The Foundation’s selection committee conducted a thorough review, followed by interviews to identify the final 13 scholarship recipients.
“These remarkable students have turned challenges into momentum,” said Rory Reid, CEO of The Rogers Foundation. “They’re poised to make a meaningful impact, and we’re proud to be part of their journey as they head to college.”
“These scholarships honor my late husband, Jim, whose passion for education never wavered,” said Beverly Rogers. “Continuing that legacy through these students is incredibly meaningful. The emotion in the interviews and on stage—the smiles, the tears—is a powerful reminder of why this work matters. These young people are the future, and we’re proud to support them as they begin what comes next.”
Rogers Foundation Achievers Scholarship Winners:
$20,000
Noah Gonzalez NortheastCareer and Technical Academy
Feruth Yemane Nevada State High School
Mark Aronov DesertOasis High School
Madison Spayth Nevada Connections Academy
Sofia Ramirez Foothill High School
Jacob Weiss Las Vegas Academy of the Arts
$40,000
McKenna Gordon Northwest Career and Technical Academy
Ava Nave Southwest Career &Technical Academy (SWCTA)
Elias Ramos Basic Academy of International Studies
Jada Knox Las Vegas Academy of the Arts
Caden Lee Liberty High School
$100,000 –Rogers Achiever
Ethan Kurian Ed W. Clark High School
$100,000 –Susan Turney Award for Fine Arts
Asher Kay AdvancedTechnologies Academy (A-Tech)
About The Rogers Foundation
The Rogers Foundation is one of the largest privately fundedcharitable foundations in Nevada. Its mission is to transform lives througharts and education. Previously named Foundation of The Year and a 2019 AngelAward recipient, among the many charitable activities undertaken by The RogersFoundation are: funding scholarships to attend college, providing funding forstatewide educational reform efforts focused on educational equity through Educate Nevada Now, powering educationnon-profit CORE, a two-generationprogram that serves underserved students and families from middle school tograduation, and Las Vegas’ first and only independent film house, storytellingarena and live music venue, TheBeverly Theater. For more information, visit therogers.foundationor follow @therogersfoundation
