June 2025 in Lyon County, Nevada – Rural Nevada Counseling is proud to announce the recipients of its first annual scholarship, awarded to five local high schools: Yerington, Dayton, Silver Stage, Fernley, and Smith Valley. With a strong passion for supporting our community—especially its youth—RNC is committed to investing in the future of students in the rurals of Northern Nevada.
Each year moving forward, RNC will award five deserving students with a $2,000 scholarship to be used at any college or trade school of their choice.
We are excited to recognize the following students as our inaugural scholarship recipients:
America Hernandez – Yerington High School:

Hunter Lyle – Fernley High School:

Aubree Doll – Smith Valley High School:

Grady Sumsion – Dayton High School:

Jesus Lenares – Silver State High School:

Congratulations to these outstanding students! We look forward to seeing all the great things you will accomplish.
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