East Sacramento Preservation is proud to announce that the 2025 East Sacramento Preservation Scholarship has been awarded to three graduating seniors from UMOJA International Academy.
Watch the 2025 UMOJA graduation ceremony here.
Lucy Higginbotham
Lucy is a tenacious scholar and a quiet leader, known for her integrity, reliability, and strong work ethic. She leads by example—whether in the classroom, in the field with her binoculars, or through her artwork. A passionate birder and dedicated volunteer at Effie Yeaw, Lucy brings curiosity and care to everything she does. This fall, she will begin her next chapter at Cal Poly Humboldt.
Jazmin Meza
Jazmin is a remarkable self-advocate and an inspiring example of what it means to strive for personal growth. She is caring, generous, and deeply committed to mental health advocacy. Jazmin has contributed her time and energy to multiple class fundraisers and consistently embodies the values of the International Baccalaureate program. We are proud to support her as she moves forward, and we look forward to celebrating her future achievements.
Charles Shaver
Charles is an exceptional thinker with a strong academic record, having excelled in honors-level courses since middle school. He brings clarity and purpose to every discussion, often leading with insightful observations and a deep sense of justice. A natural communicator, Charles is both sociable and thoughtful—equally at ease engaging classmates in conversation or guiding classroom dialogue. He will continue his studies at California State University, Chico in Fall 2025.
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