Franklinton High School senior Ava Roshto was awarded one of only seven Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals scholarships at its recent convention in Baton Rouge.
According to fair secretary Kaye Ladner, there are seven districts across in the state that make up LAFF. One recipient in each district is awarded a $500 scholarship in a highly competitive contest which includes an application, an essay, academic record, school and community involvement as well as involvement in the districts' specific fair and/or festival.
Ava is a member of the Merchandise Committee and works tirelessly in helping organize the pre-sale events held each year as well as merchandise pre-sale in area schools. She can also be found volunteering at Mile Branch Settlement and at the membership ticket booth.
Ava is an FHS Cheerleader, member of the Demon Regiment, and is active in National Honor Society and National Beta Club as well as the FHS Powerlifting Team. She was named to the 2021 homecoming court and maintains a 4.04 grade point average. She plans to attend Louisiana State University in Fall 2022 and major in Biological Sciences. Ava is the daughter of Adrian and Kal Roshto.
