The Student of the Year Award recognizes outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and extracurricular involvement among students, embodying excellence in both scholastic & personal development.

MISCHA SMITH

Awarded to the student with the highest GPA for the session year.

GILLIAN BOONE, 4.6 GPA

Given to the student who applies for and secures the most scholarships during the academic year.

KAYLA GREENWOOD, $995,500

Given to a student who has shown remarkable transformation in character, work ethic, and academics.

GILLIAN BOONE

Awarded to the student who demonstrates superior written expression in essays showing creativity, clarity, vision, and insight.

MISCHA SMITH

Given to the student who completes the most verified community service hours.

KAYLA GREENWOOD, 80 HOURS

Recognizes a student who demonstrates outstanding leadership within Project ENRICH or their school.

CAMERON PERKINS

Celebrates a student who embodies the mission, values, and spirit of Project ENRICH through participation, consistency, and enthusiasm.

MISCHA SMITH

Recognizes a student who excels in presentations, debate, or spoken word.

MISCHA SMITH

Given to a student who has overcome challenges while maintaining academic and personal success.

AVA BLUE

Recognizes a student who actively builds connections and presents themselves professionally.

MISCHA SMITH

Awarded to a student who consistently supports and uplifts their fellow Project ENRICH members.

ARIANNA HICKS

Given to the graduating senior with the highest cumulative GPA.

GILLIAN BOONE, 4.4 GPA

Awarded to the student who secures the highest total amount in scholarships.

KAYLA GREENWOOD, $995,500

Recognizes the student who receives the most college acceptances.

CALEB HARRIS, 37 SCHOOLS

Honors a student who has earned the most money writing Project ENRICH essays.

GILLIAN BOONE, $1200

Recognizes the student with the highest cumulative volunteer hours.

KAYLA GREENWOOD, 600 HRS

Recognizes a student excelling academically, socially, and professionally.

KAYLA GREENWOOD, 4.32 GPA, 2025 DISNEY DREAMERS ACADEMY, CLASS & NHS PRESIDENT, DC SOCIAL JUSTICE FELLOW

Honoring the student with well-rounded academic excellence, program attendance, and intellectual engagement throughout the program tenure.

CAMERON PERKINS, 4.2 GPA, 16 SESSIONS ATTENDED, $990, 600 TOTAL SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED, PROJECT ENRICH STUDENT OF THE YEAR (2024)

Recognizes a student who has significantly transformed themselves and others through leadership, discipline, and vision.

CAMERON PERKINS

Honors a student who has successfully balanced academics and sports throughout high school.

KAYLA GREENWOOD, VARSITY VOLLEYBALL, 4.32 GPA

Recognizes a student who has been a dedicated and active representative of Project ENRICH by signing up new students and promoting the program.

CAMERON PERKINS

Awarded to the Project ENRICH graduating class which collectively earned the most scholarship money.

CLASS OF 2025 - 5.32 MILLION IN TOTAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Recognizes the school whose students demonstrate the highest overall academic performance and program engagement.

FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH SCHOOL, UPPER MARLBORO, MD. 2024 & 2025 WINNER.