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Sussex Tech grad Shawn Mitchell earns Delaware forestry scholarship

August 16, 2018

Shawn Patrick Mitchell of Greenwood, a recent graduate of Sussex Tech who plans to study wildlife and fisheries at Frostburg State University, received the Delaware Forestry Association’s 2018 scholarship at the Delaware State Fair recently. Agriculture Secretary Michael T. Scuse and Gov. John C. Carney were there to present the ceremonial check to Mitchell as his parents David and Melissa looked on. Once he earns his bachelor of science degree, Mitchell hopes to be a game warden or park ranger.

Mitchell already has a long list of achievements for which to be proud. A National Honor Society member at Sussex Tech, Mitchell achieved honor roll for every marking period, earning a cumulative GPA of 93.8. He has been very active in the 4-H program, serving as vice president of the State Teen Council for Delaware 4-H as well as president, vice president and treasurer of the Sussex County 4-H Junior Council. He has also been actively involved in athletics as a member of the freshman, junior varsity and varsity lacrosse teams at Sussex Tech.

“I would like to return to Delaware after I earn my degree. I love being outside, and I want to help preserve our parks for future generations to enjoy,” Mitchell said.

C. Douglas Crouse, state program leader for Delaware 4-H and Youth Development, said, “Shawn has shared his leadership skills as a counselor at many 4-H camps, including our State Environmental Camp. As a counselor for several years, Shawn serves in a role to assist younger members, helping to guide them and share knowledge that can be interesting and important to them. He is a people person and has great skills working with younger members. Shawn is an excellent role model and mentor for these younger youth and is well-respected by his peers.”

 

 

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