WVDE Names 2026 Albert Yann Scholarship Recipients

Two seniors at Brooke High School were among the 30 career technical education students as recipients named 2026 Albert Yanni Scholarship from among 89 applicants.
Kendra Boyd and Aiden Caen Provenzano will each receive a $2,000 scholarship given to high school seniors pursuing professional certification in their chosen field.
The Albert Yanni Scholarship provides students access to advanced education and training opportunities that can strengthen their content knowledge of their chosen career path, further equipping them to be successful after graduating from high school.
“Students who receive the Albert Yanni Scholarship consistently demonstrate dependability, attention to detail and dedication to professional development throughout their academic training,” said state superintendent Michele L. Blatt. “On behalf of the West Virginia Board of Education and the West Virginia Department of Education, I commend these students for their hard work and look forward to celebrating their future success.”