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From a young age, Aaliyah Veloz ’26 has been guided by a desire to help others — a passion that has evolved into a deep interest in neuroscience, research, and community service. Supported by her family and the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) scholarship, Aaliyah’s education at Central Catholic High School has opened doors to transformative opportunities, including the Broad Summer Scholars Program at MIT and Harvard’s Broad Institute. Through hands-on genetic research, leadership roles, and faith-driven service, she has grown into a dedicated scholar and leader determined to make a lasting impact. As she looks ahead to college, Aaliyah plans to pursue neuroscience or biomedical engineering — continuing her mission to combine curiosity, compassion, and innovation to improve lives. Her story is a powerful testament to how access to Catholic education and CSF support can unlock a student’s potential and inspire future leaders in science and service.

Last Thursday, the Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) hosted its annual GO & Inspiration Scholar Breakfast, celebrating students whose dedication and potential embody the mission of Catholic education. The Guaranteeing Opportunities (GO) Program and the Inspiration Scholarship Program provide need- and merit-based tuition assistance to high-achieving Catholic school students across the Archdiocese of Boston. Joined by donors, board members, and school leaders, scholars from more than a dozen Catholic high schools shared their gratitude for the opportunities these scholarships provide. Catherine Egan, a senior at Fontbonne, reflected on how being an Inspiration Scholar strengthened her faith, confidence, and academic ambitions—reminding everyone in attendance of the lasting impact of generosity, faith, and community support.