Congratulations to Our 2022 Quest For Education Scholarship Recipients

At Vantage, we’re committed to helping members in the pursuit of higher education. How do we do that? We offer financial aid seminars, a website section dedicated to financing options and scholarship finders to help make the transition to college easier. We also award Quest For Education scholarships to help with the cost of tuition and fees—and have for over 35 years! 

This year, we honored ten members who were selected to receive a Quest For Education Scholarship (QFE) at an awards ceremony held at Dave & Buster’s where Eric Acree, President & CEO and Dr. Jerry Eichholz, Board Chairman presented each recipient with their $1,000 scholarship. "Whether your educational journey is a straight line or a winding path, Vantage is proud to play a small role in supporting you along the journey in identifying and achieving your career goals," said Acree. 

Congratulations to the following 2022 Quest For Education Scholarship recipients, listed with their high schools:

• Derek Archer — Francis Howell North High School
• Eva Descher — Columbia High School
• Jordyn Ederer — Fort Zumwalt North High School
• Sarah Goldstein — Holt High School
• Christina Guyre — Fort Zumwalt West High School
• Anna Haas — Northwest High School
• Zach Lewis — Francis Howell Central
• Mary Kate Miesner — Marquette High School
• Tania Peebles — Pattonville High School
• Molly Reeves — Parkway North High School
  

Scholarships are judged by a group of dedicated volunteers made up of local educators, Vantage Board and Supervisory Committee members, and select employees. Our QFE Selection Committee judges reviewed applications that consisted of a student essay answering the question, "If you could have one do-over in your life, what would it be and why?" and a combination of appropriate awards, extracurriculars, recommendation letters, community service, and volunteer activities. Vantage membership is required. 

Congratulations to these outstanding seniors! Vantage is proud to support these young members in their education, as it empowers them to one day strengthen their local communities.