The Sanilac County Community Foundation is pleased to announce Kaelyn Platko and Katelyn Welter as the 2026 recipients of the Croswell-Lexington Eagles Aerie 4465 Scholarship.
Kaelyn Platko is the daughter of Brandi and Chris Platko. During high school, she served as President of Student Council, President of the National Honor Society, and was a member of Youth Advisory Council for four years where she served as a student representative on the Sanilac County Community Foundation Board of Trustees. She also played varsity softball and bowling. Kaelyn is attending the University of Notre Dame with goals to double major in psychology and political science with a minor in accounting.
Katelyn Welter is the daughter of Jill and John Welter. During high school, she was very involved in FFA, which sparked her love for leadership, and served as her chapters Vice President and President. Katelyn is attending Michigan State University studying agribusiness management.
This scholarship is possible because of the Croswell-Lexington Eagles Aerie 4465. The Fraternal Order of Eagles uphold and nourish the values of home, family, and community. This scholarship is in support of students in our community who desire to further their education while demonstrating the values of the Fraternal Order of Eagles organization as demonstrated through community service and leadership.
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.
