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Orioles Surprise Eighth-Grader with Life-Changing Scholarship
30 May
Summary
- Eighth-grader Amina Rice received a full college scholarship.
- The scholarship was awarded by the Orioles and CollegeBound Foundation.
- Rice maintains a 3.67 GPA and excels in social studies and track.
In an emotional surprise, Amina Rice, an eighth-grade student at Harlem Park Elementary Middle School in Baltimore, was named the inaugural recipient of the Birdland Next Up Scholarship. This award, presented during the third inning of a Blue Jays-Orioles game at Camden Yards, ensures Rice will receive a full ride to college. She is slated to attend Western High School in the fall.
The scholarship is a collaboration between the Orioles and the CollegeBound Foundation, continuing the team's support for Harlem Park through its Adopt-A-School program. Rice has consistently achieved A's and B's, maintaining a 3.67 GPA, and shows a strong interest in social studies while participating in track.
Orioles president of business operations Catie Griggs expressed excitement about impacting Rice's educational future. The Birdland Next Up Scholarship aims to support Harlem Park students in their journey toward college and success. CollegeBound Foundation executive director Cassie Motz highlighted the Orioles' investment in Baltimore students as a game-changer for families.
