Thirty-four local area high school seniors are receiving a helping hand for college in the form of $1,000 scholarships from the Comcast Foundation. The 2007 Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program, one of the Comcast Foundation’s signature community investment programs, recognizes students who have demonstrated leadership skills, academic achievement, and a commitment to community service. This year’s local recipients are: Fairburn resident Callie Hamilton, a graduate of Creekside High School; Fayetteville resident Rachel Spencer, a graduate of Whitewater High School; Peachree City residents Victoria Alaimo, a graduate of Landmark Christian School; Krista Czoik, a graduate of Starr’s Mill High School; and Craig Western a graduate of McIntosh High School.

“Comcast is proud to acknowledge the success and potential of such outstanding student leaders, all of whom are preparing for the next step in their educational careers,” said David L. Cohen, executive vice president and co-chairman of The Comcast Foundation. “The willingness of these students to play a leadership role in their local communities, coupled with their academic achievement, will put them on the path to success.”

A commitment to community service is an essential component in the selection of winners of Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarships. This year’s winners have participated in a wide variety of community service activities such as mentoring and tutoring younger students, volunteering at hospitals and participating in local blood, food, and clothing drives. Each year, Comcast works with high school principals, guidance counselors, and school administrators to select the scholarship recipients.

“I continue to be impressed with the response to the Leaders and Achievers scholarship program,” said Gene Shatlock, regional senior vice president Comcast Atlanta Region. “These students truly embody Comcast’s belief in giving back to the communities where we all live and work. They deserve our recognition and support for the tremendous work they’re doing.”

In the seven years since the Leaders and Achievers Scholarship Program began, it has awarded more than $7.5 million in college aid to more than 7,500 students. The program is managed by Scholarship Program Administrators – an independent, not-for-profit organization that manages corporate and corporate foundation scholarship programs.

For additional information, visit www.comcast.com/scholarships.

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