East Central Graduate Earns Straight ‘A’ Scholarship Female Student of the Year

This scholarship supports students who are pursuing academic excellence in the face of adversity.

Anthony Munoz with Maleighna Mondal. Photo via the Anthony Munoz Foundation.

(St. Leon, Ind.) - The Anthony Munoz Foundation has named Maleighna Mondal as its 2024 Straight 'A' Scholarship Female Student of the Year. 

This scholarship supports students who are pursuing academic excellence and athletic achievement, are actively serving in the community while possessing strong ambition, have a winning Attitude, and are able to overcome adversity.

"Despite facing enormous changes and tragedy within her family, she worked tirelessly to stay involved, achieve in school, and build a solid foundation for her future," reads a statement from the Munoz Foundation. 

Mondal graduated from East Central High School and currently attends UC Blue Ash, where she is pursuing a degree in Dental Hygiene. 

Help continue to make an #ImpactForEternity in the lives of students like Maleighna. Do you know students who remain resilient in the face of adversity? Nominate them for the #AMFStraightA Scholarship today! munozfoundation.org/straightascholarship/

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