Darian Padilla Awarded 2026 Fred Corrin Memorial Scholarship

Apr 21
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On April 20, Bisbee High School senior, Darian Padilla received the Fred Corrin Memorial Scholarship from the Bisbee Foundation, The scholarship was presented by Brenda Morales, the president of the foundation's board, at the high school library, with Darian's classmates in attendance. Darian will be attending Pima Community College studying nursing and plans to further her education at the university level specializing as a pediatric nurse. Her inspiration for pursuing nursing comes from her mother, who is also a nurse.

The Bisbee Foundation is the administrator for the Fred Corrin Memorial Scholarship, granted annually to a graduate of Bisbee High School. This scholarship, funded by an anonymous donor, honors Fred Corrin, a dedicated mathematics teacher, district administrator, and tennis coach who significantly impacted many Bisbee students throughout his career. It offers $12,000 per year over four years, amounting to a total of $48,000. Students apply during their senior year and start meeting the requirements in their freshman year at BHS.

Darian's mom, Dariana, surprised her daughter by attending the event and when the award was announced both were thrilled, emotional and thankful.