• Emily Daniels, Academic Magnet High School
• Grayson Proctor, West Ashley High School

"Lowcountry Engineers Joint Council,
I am honored to write this letter in enthusiastic support of Emily Daniels as she pursues
opportunities in STEM. I have had the privilege of knowing Emily for nearly seven years, first as
her instructor in advanced reading and later as her mentor in STEAM education and robotics.
From the outset, Emily demonstrated exceptional academic ability, analytical thinking, and a
deep commitment to her work—qualities that have only strengthened with time.
Emily has consistently distinguished herself through her technical acumen and leadership. She
has been an integral part of our robotics program for six years, initially as a dedicated participant
in the First Lego League Challenge and later as a key contributor in launching our First Tech
Challenge team. Her ability to absorb knowledge and apply innovative solutions is remarkable,
and her growth in coding and problem-solving has been inspiring. Currently, she serves as the
lead coder, demonstrating not only technical excellence but also a willingness to mentor and
support younger teammates in their own learning journeys.   
Beyond technical expertise, Emily exhibits strong leadership qualities. She has co-captained our
team for multiple seasons, offering strategic direction and fostering teamwork. Her engagement
extends beyond our local program—she has served on the Youth Advisory Council with FIRST
Inspires, advocating for STEM initiatives and encouraging others to pursue engineering. In
recognition of her contributions, Emily was nominated as a Dean’s List candidate, ultimately
representing South Carolina at the World Championships and earning the historic title as the
state's first Dean’s List winner—a reflection of her outstanding work in robotics and STEM
advocacy.
Emily’s passion for engineering and problem-solving makes her an ideal candidate for
sponsorship. Her creativity, determination, and collaborative spirit will undoubtedly serve her
well in any STEM-related field. As a forward-thinking leader, she is poised to make meaningful
contributions to the scientific and technological communities.
I offer my highest recommendation for Emily Daniels as she seeks to further her education and
career in STEM. She possesses the intellect, ambition, and perseverance necessary for success,
and I have no doubt she will continue to excel.
Thank you for your time and consideration. Please feel free to contact me for any additional
insights into Emily’s qualifications.

Sincerely,
Michelle Comen
STEAM Teacher and Head Robotics Coach for OG Robotics

To Whom It May Concern:
I have known Grayson for the past 2 years as his honors physics and AP
Physics teacher. Grayson has always impressed me with his work ethic.
Grayson has a strong sense of responsibility and always follows through.
Grayson is a solid student who consistently meets the basic expectations.
Grayson has challenged himself by taking AP, dual credit and PTLW
(project lead the way) engineering courses throughout his high school
career and has even earned college credit.
Grayson plans to attend the Citadel and major in engineering. He is
extremely motivated and always has a plan to reach his goals. Grayson has
worked in groups in both classes I have taught him and he is a strong group
member. He carries his weight, he encourages others, he is kind and his
peers know they he will do what is needed of him. He has strong
interpersonal skills and is always willing to help others.
Grayson is a great example of a good person. He enjoys life's simpler
moments, especially time spent fishing and hunting. He stays focused on
what matters and avoids getting caught up in things that will distract him
from reaching his goals. Grayson is very deserving of this scholarship and
will use the funds to help achieve his goal of becoming an engineer.

Stacey Ancona
Science Teacher
NHS Advisor
West Ashley High School

• Macy Myers, Berkeley High School
• Malachi Milton, West Ashley High School

It is with great pleasure I write to offer my recommendation of Macy Myers for a
scholarship. I have taught Macy this year in AP Calculus AB and last year in Pre-
Calculus Honors. She is a remarkable young lady with good mathematical skills and a
great attitude. It is my belief that she is an exemplary candidate for this scholarship.

Macy is motivated and persistent in academic pursuits. As her teacher, I have noticed
that she is determined to fully understand and excel in her math classes. She is involved
both in school and outside of school. She has a positive attitude and a pleasing
personality both with her peers and with the faculty. It is my belief that she will continue
to excel in college.

Therefore, I am honored to offer my support and recommendation for Macy as a qualified
candidate for this scholarship. She is a motivated and determined student and is highly
deserving of this honor. She will use this scholarship to continue her studies marked by
dedication and excellence. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact
me by phone or by email.

Wendy M. Hart
Math Teacher
Berkeley High School

I have known Malachi for the last 6 years and I truly believe he has the
character and integrity necessary to be the ideal candidate for the scholarship program. He is a candidate that you will be proud to have as an example for years to come.

I first met Malachi during his time as a student in our First Lego League Robotics Program. He quickly became our student leader because of his leadership skills, confidence, and passion for all things STEM. Serving as our ambassador, Malachi was the perfect example for FLL Robotics
because of his Intellectual Ability, Reliability, and Compassion.

During the time that I have known Malachi, it has always stood out to me that he is a rarity because he has the ability to display confidence, while always being respectful. I’ve known him to be academically accomplished, resourceful, and dependable through the years. Well-mannered and Well-prepared are two adjectives I would use to describe Malachi.

I have a great deal of respect for Malachi and I am honored to be able to provide this letter of recommendation for the program you represent. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like to speak with me in more detail about why he is the ideal candidate. 
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Respectfully,
Jimmy Strong
Manufacturing Project Manager – Boeing South Carolina
Coach – First Lego League Robotics​

• Rotary International, Mt. Pleasant (1993-1999)
• National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), Grounding Committee Member (1993-1997)
• Trident United Way, Board of Directors (2015-2021)
• Clemson University – Electrical & Computer Engineering, External Board of Advocates (2000 – present)
• The Day of Caring project
• Clemson University Energy and Power Research Association

• Dominion Youth
• Ashley Ridge HS
• Military Magnet academy

• 40 Under 40 Charleston Regional Business Journal
• Crow of the Year, Palmetto Roost Chapter of the Association of Old Crows
• Stuart Madnick Best Paper Award International Conference on Information Quality, MIT

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