The Center for Rural Development announces 100 students have been selected for 2026 Rogers Scholars
The Rogers Scholars Program is “Helping Students Build a Future They’re Proud Of.” This summer, 100 high school students from 45 Kentucky counties will begin that journey by developing their leadership skills as the region’s next generation of business and entrepreneurial leaders.
Students from Southern and Eastern Kentucky – all rising high school juniors – have been selected by The Center for Rural Development to represent their home counties as members of the 2026 Class of Rogers Scholars.
“Congratulations to our newest class of Rogers Scholars,” said Lonnie Lawson, President and CEO of The Center for Rural Development. “We are excited to announce this year’s Rogers Scholars and cannot wait to meet this amazing group of students. They truly are our region’s future leaders, filled with innovative and creative ideas, and ready to take on the world.”
Students accepted into the 2026 Rogers Scholars youth leadership program from The Lazer area are:
Lawrence County
Herbert “Connor” Bradley
Elle Parsley
Russell Robinson
Mia Domingue
Magoffin County
Kailyn Arnett
Samuel Montgomery
Martin County
Brayden Marcum
Elaina Jewell
Johnson County
Olivia Sorrell
Boyd County
Carmen Callaway
Stephen Matthies
Josiah Matthies
Carter County
Camryn Varney
Bentley Waugh
