PORTLAND, Ore. — OnPoint Community Credit Union and the Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) announced today, six graduating Oregon seniors have been awarded scholarships totaling $40,000. It’s part of the OnPoint Community Credit Union Scholar Program. OnPoint and the OSAA have awarded $141,000 toward the post-graduation goals of 37 students since the scholarship program began in 2018.
The OnPoint Scholar Program honors graduating students from OSAA member schools who have earned a 3.50 and above unweighted grade point average (GPA) and have either earned a varsity letter in an OSAA-sanctioned sport or competed in an OSAA-sanctioned activity. The program awards two $10,000 scholarships and four $5,000 scholarships.
“These six students have gone above and beyond in not only academics and sports, but in showing a commitment to their communities,” said Rob Stuart, president and chief executive officer, OnPoint Community Credit Union. “Their leadership, curiosity, and persistence are truly inspiring. We are proud to help them pursue their dreams, and excited to see how they continue to have a positive impact on the world around them.”
$10,000 Scholarship Recipients
Brian Cortez-Cabezas
Eagle Point High School, Eagle Point School District
Brian demonstrated leadership as a three-sport athlete, team captain, and ASB Vice President. As the oldest of six siblings, he balanced academics, athletics, and family responsibilities with discipline and maturity. He graduated in the top 2% of his class with a 4.21 GPA, earned a Seal of Biliteracy in English and Spanish, and was named 2025 Student of the Year.
Sylvia Eckman
Roseburg High School, Roseburg Public Schools
After a tumor diagnosis at the start of her senior year, Sylvia returned to win a league cross-country title and graduated as valedictorian with 72 college credits. She served as a school board representative, edited three nationally awarded yearbooks, led the community clothing closet, and authored a successful grant to fund a second student needs center.
$5,000 Scholarship Recipients
Ileana Barsotti
McMinnville High School, McMinnville School District
Ileana transformed personal challenges into leadership opportunities. She earned a 4.258 GPA, was named an Academic All-American, AP Scholar with Distinction, and AP Rural and Small Town honoree. As Environmental Club president and National Honor Society member, she completed over 500 hours of community service and supported local Spanish-speaking families through translation services.
Vikram Javali
Liberty High School, Hillsboro School District
Vikram excelled academically with a 4.21 GPA and will be the first in his family to attend college. He served on the Hillsboro Youth Advisory Council, worked on youth homelessness initiatives, and volunteered at the public library to assist seniors with technology. He also participated in robotics, HOSA competitions, and tutored students in math.
Morgan L. Johnson
Union High School, Union School District
Despite facing the simultaneous cancer diagnoses of both parents, Morgan led through adversity. He organized a cancer awareness fundraiser, captained the football team, served as class president, and graduated as valedictorian with a 4.367 GPA. He volunteered with the Lions Club, Earth Day events, and the Eastern Oregon Livestock Show.
Mae Roth
Sisters High School, Sisters School District
Mae rebounded from a disappointing junior season to set a new school record in pole vault. A three-sport athlete with a 3.76 GPA, she led the Project Unify Special Olympics team, coached middle school athletes, created fire-safe zones for local seniors, and contributed to outdoor leadership programs.
All graduating seniors who participated in OSAA activities were eligible to apply for a scholarship. The Scholar Program is part of OnPoint’s partnership with OSAA as the title sponsor of the Oregon high school state championships.
OnPoint selected winners based on letters of recommendation and personal essays about their community leadership, classroom success, and how participating in OSAA activities has helped them achieve their goals.
Visit OnPoint’s Community Giving page to learn more about OnPoint’s support for local organizations like OSAA.
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About the OSAA
The Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) is a private, non-profit board-governed association comprised of 299 member high schools. A member of the National Federation of State High School Associations, the OSAA annually sponsors 118 state championships in 19 sports and activities. For more information, visit www.osaa.org or follow @OSAASports on social media.
About OnPoint Community Credit Union
OnPoint Community Credit Union is the largest credit union in Oregon, serving over 613,000 members and with assets of $9.7 billion. Founded in 1932, OnPoint Community Credit Union’s membership is available to anyone who lives or works in one of 28 Oregon counties (Benton, Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Coos, Crook, Curry, Deschutes, Douglas, Gilliam, Hood River, Jackson, Jefferson, Josephine, Klamath, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Morrow, Multnomah, Polk, Sherman, Tillamook, Wasco, Washington, Wheeler and Yamhill) and two Washington counties (Skamania and Clark) and their immediate family members. OnPoint Community Credit Union is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). More information is available at onpointcu.com or 800-527-3932.
