WIT Awards Scholarships to WIT Leadership Development Academy Graduates

At the WIT Senior Tea in May 2026, the Women in Training, Inc. Board of Directors awarded scholarships to the four Senior Monarchs who graduated from high school in the Class of 2026. The flowery event was held at the historic Smith-Byrd House Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room in Prattville, Alabama.

Thanks to the leadership of WIT Board Chairwoman Alabama State Rep. Rolanda Hollis, all four graduates earned a $500 scholarship and the following honors:

•  United States Congressional commendation from Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama

•  State Legislative commendation from Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives Rep. Nathaniel Ledbetter

•  WIT Certificate of Achievement signed by State Rep. Rolanda RepRo BrokerRo Hollis and WIT co-founders Breanna and Brooke Bennett.

Congratulations to the WIT Senior Monarchs:

 Monarch of the Year Chassidy Hogan of Park Crossing High School

 Monarch Robyne Bates of Booker T. Washington Magnet High School

 Monarch Kornelia Green of Booker T. Washington High

 Monarch Amelia Simpson of Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School

Thank you to WIT Mom Danielle Hogan and Mentor Dr. Mimi Johnson for organizing a delightful tea party! Thank you to WIT Mentor Dr. Beverly Davison-Hill and Mom Kimberly L. Parker for their kind support.