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

ANISSA CARTER

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

MISCHA SMITH, 4.3 GPA

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

MISCHA SMITH, $1,641,292

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

NICHOLAS BOONE

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

JULYE HOWARD

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

BROOKE COX, 134 HOURS

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

ANISSA CARTER

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

MISCHA SMITH, 2X WINNER

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.

AVERY WALKER

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

MADISON SUMPTER

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

MALACHI WHITE

Given to the graduating senior with the highest cumulative GPA.

GILLIAN BOONE, 4.6 GPA c/o 2025

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

MISCHA SMITH, $1,641,292 c/o 2026

Recognizes the student who receives the most college acceptances.

MISCHA SMITH, 43 SCHOOLS c/o 2026

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

GILLIAN BOONE, $1200 c/o 2025

Recognizes the student with the highest cumulative volunteer hours.

MISCHA SMITH, 966 HRS c/o 2026

Recognizes a student excelling academically, socially, and professionally.

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

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

MISCHA SMITH, 4.3 GPA, 17 SESSIONS ATTENDED, $1,641, 292 TOTAL SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED, PROJECT ENRICH STUDENT OF THE YEAR (2025), c/o 2026

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

CAMERON PERKINS, c/o 2025

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

KAYLA GREENWOOD, VARSITY VOLLEYBALL, 4.32 GPA, c/o 2025

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, c/o 2025

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

CLASS OF 2026 - 9.33 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.