b'2024 Scholarship RecipientsSydnee NakamuraHAWAIIBeing drawnno small feat. Sydnee to environmen- also participated in club tal science,I amswim and the diving very interested inteam, keeping her in the creating a betterwater all year round. future for ourSydnees coach, Grant world. I want toBramer said, It hasfurther my educa- been an absolute honor tion in this field,to coach Sydneeand I want to helpNakamura over the past preserve the several seasons. She is environmentnot only an outstand-and learn moreing athlete but also a to not only helpfantastic individual who the environment,brings positivity and encouragement to our team. I am confident but humans as well, wrote Sydneethat she is destined for great things in her future endeavors at the Nakamura, the 2024 WPMA Scholarshipuniversity level. Her remarkable work ethic, leadership qualities, winner for Hawaii. Sydnee is the oldestand dedication to excellence make her an excellent addition to of three children of Todd and Rene Nakamura of Mililani, HI.any team.Sydnee applied for the scholarship through PAR Hawaii, where her father works as a Merchandising Specialist.Sydnee graduated from Mililani High School at the top of her class of over 600 students. Among her many scholas-tic achievements, Sydnee finished her High School career with a 4.16 GPA. She was awarded the Academic Honors Certificate, the Career TechnicalStill on the fence on where she will attend college this fall, Education HonorsSydnee is leaning toward Chapman University in California. She Certificate, and wassays, Chapmans environmental science programs will allow me the Valedictorian forto gain real life experiences that I can apply to my career in the her graduating class.future. In addition, I will also be able Dane Nishimura,to connect with nonprofits, and other Sydnees counselorresearch agencies that will give medeclared, She hasopportunities to gain knowledge.quickly made a posi-tive impression onWith all her talents and abilities, me as a diligent, respectful, hardworking, and driven student. SheSydnee is well qualified to begin her is a well-rounded and highly committed student whose recordscollege experience. The Westernreflect that she has made the most of her opportunities at MililaniPetroleum Marketers Scholarship High School. Foundation looks Outside of academics, Syndee is aforward to watching dedicated and passionate swimmer. Sheher progress as she has spent four years on both the watergoes on to the univer-polo and swim teams at her school. Hersity, for she is set to senior year she was given the oppor- achieve any goal she tunity to act as captain for both teams,sets for herself. Good luck, Sydnee! SWPMA News / Summer 20249'