Speights Law is proud to announce the winners of our 2026 Invest In Your Future Scholarship!
At Speights Law, one of our goals has always been to support our community, and part of that means recognizing and encouraging the incredible students within our community who are working hard to build their futures.
This year’s scholarship focused on the theme of Overcoming Obstacles — recognizing students in Cherokee County who have faced challenges head-on and continued pushing forward despite adversity. The stories shared by these applicants were inspiring, heartfelt, and a powerful reminder that growth often comes from the hardest moments in life.
We were truly moved by the number of outstanding applications we received. Choosing just one winner proved nearly impossible, so we decided to recognize our top three finalists.
2026 Winners of Invest in Your Future Scholarship
🥇 1st Place – $2,500 Scholarship
William McGowan
Graduate of Sequoyah High School in Canton, Georgia
Attending the University of North Georgia
🥈 2nd Place – $1,000 Scholarship
Molly Eyrich
Graduate of River Ridge High School in Woodstock, Georgia
Attending the University of Georgia
🥉 3rd Place – $500 Scholarship
Macy McKesson
Graduate of River Ridge High School in Woodstock, Georgia
Attending Reinhardt University
Congratulations to these remarkable students. We are honored to play a small part in supporting your future and cannot wait to see all you accomplish.
