Like a flower's lifecycle, Blooms of Promise: The April C. Harmon Foundation's story begins with a single seed—April herself.
Her dedication to the field of education and her life’s work championing the promise within every student inspired the creation of
Blooms of Promise: The April C. Harmon Foundation and the reason for our flagship scholarship program.
Every great bloom starts with one small seed...
The “Part of the Promise” Scholarship Program aims to support several graduating seniors from across Norfolk Public Schools’ . Paying homage to April's roots as a dedicated educator, each school’s counseling department will nominate several promising young seniors for the award.
Each nominee, regardless of their background and future interest, will have been nominated for their honorable character and commitment to becoming a beacon of hope and change in their community.
These nominees have made a commitment to reaching their full promise and potential by continuing to further their education and skills at any of the nation's phenomenal accredited HBCU or vocational school.
This year scholarship recipients each received a single year $1,000 scholarship award to support them as they begin their journey to fulfill their full promise and potential.
Meet this year’s
Part of the Promise Scholarship Recipients
Meet Jaidyn
Future Nurse & Entrepreneur
Jaidyn is a graduating senior from Maury High during her high school tenure she balanced both her current high school curriculum and additional medical studies. Jaidyn managed to maintain over a 3.5 GPA while studying for her college admission tests, class projects state testing, and pharmaceutical technician certification.
We’re sure she’ll exceed expectations when she attends Norfolk State this fall.
Meet Averon
Future Nurse
Averon Mattis is a graduating senior from Norview High School. A line from just one of her gleaming recommendation letters sums up why Averon is one of this year’s recipients. They said, “Her intellectual curiosity is matched by her
collaborative spirit as she frequently supports classmates by sharing study strategies and offering encouragement.”
We’re sure that we’ll see Averon’s future bloom to great heights as she begins in her
next chapter at Norfolk State.
Meet Ye'nya
Future Art Teacher
Ye'nya Prasad is a graduating senior from Booker T. Washington High School. Ye’nya was a phenomenal example of a student leader. She served as captain for both the soccer and basketball team, eventually receiving the school’s 2024 Leadership award.
Ye’nya’s plans to join the field of education will ensure that there are more talented and caring educators ready to support and uplift the next generation. Ye’nya
will begin painting her next chapter at Norfolk State this fall.
Meet Tamia
Future Social Worker
Tamia Meldrum is a
graduating senior from Booker T. Washington High School. Tamia’s band director might have described her best.
He said “ Tamia plans to pursue social work, motivated by a sincere desire to help others reach their potential."
Compassion, positivity, and resilience make Tamia a respected leader.” We’re sure this combination of amazing characteristics will allow Tamia to flourish at Norfolk State in the fall.
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Principles That Water The Seeds We Plant
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Community Engagement
Mobilizing volunteers and resources to address local needs through service projects and fundraiser initiatives that create lasting positive change.
Aid for Advancement
Empowering promising students with scholarships and grants that remove financial barriers, j
Relief & Reassurance
Providing compassionate support, resources, and community for those navigating grief after losing a loved one,
Educate & Expand
Raising awareness about breast and ovarian cancer risks while connecting community members with potentially life-saving resources and health organizations ,