Brandon West Memorial Scholarship

Brandon West Memorial Scholarship

Brandon David West was a student athlete at Bellevue High School who was known for his commitment to friendship, life, citizenship and sports. This scholarship is awarded to one male and one female current senior at Bellevue High School. To qualify for this award, students need to demonstrate excellence in their academic achievements and extracurricular accomplishments and service to the community during the high school years and intend to enroll in post-secondary institution in the following year. The $5,000 scholarship is renewable for up to 1 year and is in memory of Brandon West.


Bellevue High School Scholarship Recipients : 2025-2026

Jackson Rankin

Throughout high school, I was actively involved in rugby, wrestling, football, and track and field. Being a student-athlete taught me the importance of leadership, resilience, discipline, and teamwork. The lessons I learned through sports have shaped who I am and inspired me to pursue a career where I can help others achieve their goals.

This fall, I will attend Life University, where I will be playing Division I rugby while majoring in Exercise Science. After completing my undergraduate degree, I plan to continue my education by enrolling in an athletic training program. My goal is to become a certified athletic trainer and help athletes prevent injuries, recover safely, and perform at their highest level. I hope to give back to the sports community that has had such a positive impact on my life.

I am incredibly honored to receive the Brandon West Memorial Scholarship and deeply grateful to the Bellevue Schools Foundation for investing in my education and future. This scholarship will help me focus on my academic and athletic goals while preparing for a career in sports medicine. I look forward to making a positive difference in the lives of athletes and representing my community with pride.

Jainaya Masunu

Past Recipients

2024-2025: Mia Draper and Matthew Reed

2023-2024: Meleana Aurelio and Michael Masters

2022-2023: Katie Hovind and Andy Aguado-Scheyer

“Learning is not the product of teaching. Learning is the product of the activity of learners.”

-John Holt