CLASSLINK SELECTS SCHOLARSHIP WINNER IN 4TH ANNUAL COMPETITION
-- Graduating Senior Earns $1,000 Scholarship in 4th Annual National Contest --
WEEHAWKEN, NJ, June 15, 2007 -- ClassLink, a leading technology provider for kindergarten through grade 12 classrooms, announced the winner of this year’s ClassLink College Scholarship Program. The program is open to high school seniors at participating ClassLink schools who are interested in furthering their education at a two or four-year college. This year’s winner was selected from a pool of extremely qualified candidates and hailed from Wallington High School in Wallington, New Jersey.
On June 15, Bhavini Shah was awarded the ClassLink annual scholarship. She is an outstanding student and will be entering a six year Doctor of Pharmacy program at St. John’s University in New York this fall.
“Bhavini has been the recipient of many accolades as she winds up her high school career, all deserved. She is a model student for all who want to be successful in school. Her impact on the school as a student leader will be missed.” said Dr. Frank A. Cocchiola, Jr., Superintendent of Wallington Schools.
“Bhavini is an excellent student. Winning this competition is a testament to her intellectual prowess.” said Dr. Joseph Pompeo, Wallington High School Principal. “Bhavini’s academic excellence and winning essay submission made her the ideal candidate for this award. We are confident she will continue her impressive academic record at St. John’s University and we wish her the best of luck.” remarked Berj Akian, CEO of ClassLink.
The ClassLink College Scholarship is an essay competition and recognizes students who have demonstrated academic success while maintaining a well-rounded life outside of their scholarly pursuits. Beginning in 2004, the winner is selected form deserving students from the ClassLink network of schools.
About ClassLink
Since 1998 ClassLink has been helping school districts deliver 24/7 access to software and files from any computer, anywhere. Engineered for students and teachers, our award winning solutions increase the learning return on technology while lowering the cost of ownership.
ClassLink was named one of the fastest growing technology companies in New Jersey by Deloitte & Touche's prestigious Technology Fast 50 Program for three consecutive years. Named one of the most innovative technology companies by the New Jersey Technology Council in 2006, ClassLink was also recognized as a finalist in the prestigious CODIE Award competition in both 2005 and 2006.
For additional information visit www.classlink.com or call 1-888-963-7550
Photos and captions:
WALLINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Pictured from left to right
Berj Akian, CEO, ClassLink Inc.
Bhavini Shah, Scholarship Recipient
Joe Pompeo, Principal, Wallington High School
