The Sanilac County Community Foundation is pleased to announce Luke Thomas and Alexandra Findlay as the 2026 recipients of the Cheryl Thomas Memorial Scholarship.
Luke Thomas is the son of Jill and Don Thomas. During high school, he was a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council all four years where he served as President, and served as Class Vice President his senior year. Luke was a member of the Math Academic Games and received class awards in Chemistry, Algebra I, Physical Science, Health, and US History while being on the honor roll all four years. He completed dual enrollment classes at Mid Michigan College, was a state and national qualifier for Business Professionals of America, participated in the Tots and Teens Preschool program and helped coach 5th and 6th grade boys’ basketball. Luke also played football—making second team all-conference his senior year, cross country—receiving honorable mention for two years, basketball—making second team all-conference and all county during his senior year, and was a recipient of the Caister Christmas Tournament Scholarship. He ran track all four years, earning 1st and 2nd Team for three years and qualifying for the Thumb Meet of Champs and played golf and baseball for one year. Luke is attending Saginaw Valley State University studying elementary education.
Alexandra Findlay is the daughter of Foster and Melissa Findlay. During high school, she participated in Business Professionals of America, Student Council, and the National Honor Society, while also dedicating time to civic engagement as a member of the Sanilac County Youth Advisory Council (YAC). She also played basketball and track and field, demonstrating consistency, teamwork, and discipline. Alexandra is attending Saginaw Valley State University pursuing a degree in business, aiming to leverage her passion for leadership and strategy into a successful career.
The Cheryl Thomas Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in her memory by her family. Cheryl was a respected, long-time coach at Marlette Community Schools. Eligible applicants for the scholarship must be graduating seniors of Marlette High School and have participated in high school athletics.
This scholarship is administered through the Sanilac County Community Foundation (SCCF). For more information on scholarship opportunities, visit www.SanilacFoundation.org or contact the Community Foundation office at 810-648-3634.
