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P.E.O. Philanthropic Educational Organization
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUNG WOMEN
The Morgan Hill Chapter WJ of the PEO (Women Helping Women Reach for
the Stars) was proud to award two $1,000 scholarships to Sobrato High
School seniors, Jordyne Atkins and Allyson Chung. Jordyne and Allyson are
pictured with Allyson’s mother, Mae Chung and Chapter WJ President, Nancy
Wolford. These scholarships are open to all graduating senior girls living in
Gilroy, Morgan Hill and San Martin who are entering an accredited college or
university in the fall. The awards are based on merit and need.
P.E.O. is a philanthropic organization where women celebrate the
advancement of women; educate women through scholarships, grants,
awards, loans and stewardship of Cottey College; and motivate women to
achieve their highest aspirations.
KUTZ AND COLOR HAIR SALON
HAIRCUTS FOR FOSTER YOUTHS
Foster youths between the ages of 15 and 24 and graduating from high school
and college were honored at Kutz and Colors Hair Salon in Gilroy with
complimentary haircuts and styles for their senior portraits. “We opened the
shop on our day off and are delighted to help,” owner K.C. Adams said as
he snipped and styled the long tresses of Emilia Bejarano, a graduating
senior from Oya School in San Jose. Lynne Mosley, owner of Itty Bitty
Boutique brought an array of cosmetics and applied an expert touch of
makeup. Over 20 young men and women took advantage of the free make-
overs. Adam Czech, from Flash of Magic Photography, drove all the way from his
home in Texas to donate his photography expertise.
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JUNE/JULY 2018
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