Club Esteem Inc.

☀ Summer is in full swing here at Club Esteem!

Our Summer Program is officially rocking, and our Drama Workshop kicked off with so much energy, creativity, and laughter! 🎭

Special thanks to Shirley Friedland for her thoughtful generosity! Shirley donated a wonderful collection of theater books and school supplies that will keep our kids inspired all summer long.

But that’s not all! Shirley also gifted Ms. Ellena with some fabulous "Drama Queen" artwork and a matching robe! 👑 As you can see, Ms. Ellena proudly rocked the robe for the very first workshop of the summer!

We are so grateful for community members like Shirley who bring so much joy and support to our programs. Stay tuned for more updates from our unforgettable summer!

🎓🎉 Graduate Spotlight: Celebrating Mari’elle Walker!

Let's give a round of applause for our last Class of 2026 high school graduate, the incredible Mari’elle Walker!

Mari’elle truly left her mark at Palm Bay Magnet High School. She brought her vibrant energy and dedication to both the track and cheer teams, all while staying on the honor roll! She also successfully earned her Childhood Education Development certificate!

Next stop: Daytona Beach! This fall, Mari’elle is heading to Bethune-Cookman University to major in Psychology! 🧠

Reflecting on her time with us, Mari’elle shares that Club Esteem helped her realize the profound importance of helping children learn, develop, and improve. She is deeply thankful to the Club Esteem staff for their unwavering support and cherishes every lifelong friendship and relationship she formed along the way.

Mari’elle, your bright spirit, compassion, and drive are going to take you so far. We are endlessly proud of you and can't wait to see you thriving at BCU!

Drop your congratulations for Mari’elle in the comments below! 👇🎉

🎓🎉 Graduate Spotlight: Celebrating Ashawnti Fuller!

Join us in congratulating the incredible Ashawnti Fuller, a recent graduate from Palm Bay Magnet High School who is stepping into a very bright future!

Ashawnti wrapped up her high school career with a stellar 3.7 GPA while staying highly active in several clubs and organizations. She also earned her Industry Certification in Construction.

Ashawnti is a proud recipient of the Take Stock in Children 2+2 Scholarship! She plans to begin her higher education journey at Eastern Florida State College (EFSC) before transferring to Florida A&M University (FAMU) to major in Mechanical Engineering!⚙️

For the past 4 years, Ashawnti has been a treasured member of the Club Esteem family. As an outstanding Teen Tutor, she consistently poured her time and energy into lifting up our younger scholars. Ashawnti says that Club Esteem helped her learn new skills and gave her the meaningful opportunity to give back, helping the next generation reach their own goals.

Ashawnti, your work ethic, brilliant mind, and heart for service inspire all of us. We cannot wait to see the incredible things you will build in the engineering world!

🎓✨ Graduate Spotlight: Celebrating A'marion Messenger!

A'marion Messenger has been a cherished member of the Club Esteem family since the 1st grade. Today, we are bursting with pride to celebrate him as a high school graduate!

During his time at Palm Bay Magnet High School, A'marion truly did it all. He excelled as an honor roll student, dominated on the field playing football all 4 years, and even earned his professional OSHA certification!

Now, A'marion is getting ready for his next big mission. He has made the honorable decision to enlist in the U.S. Army!

Club Esteem introduced A'marion to STEM at a very early age, sparking a passion that he plans to carry forward by advancing his interest in technology while serving in the military. A'marion credits Club Esteem with helping him stay focused, become an excellent student, and lock in on a clear career path.

A'marion, your determination, discipline, and brilliant mind make us so incredibly proud. Thank you for your future service, and we know you are going to do big things in the world of military tech!

Help us shower A'marion with love and congratulations in the comments below! 👇🎉

🎓✨ Congratulations to Joshua Dawkins, another shining star in Club Esteem's Class of 2026!

A proud Palm Bay Magnet High School graduate, Joshua earned his diploma with honors and a 3.5 GPA — and he's just getting started. This fall, he'll pursue a path in medicine with his sights set on becoming a travel nurse, alongside studies in business.

Reflecting on his time with us, Joshua shared: "Club Esteem has been a great opportunity for growth and the responsibilities needed to be successful in the future."

Joshua's hard work has already opened doors. He's a proud recipient of a scholarship from the Melbourne Rotary Club, and during his time at Club Esteem he completed Drone Safety training and earned his FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification through our Sankofa Circle partnership!

Joshua, your Club Esteem family is beyond proud of all you've accomplished. The world needs more compassionate leaders like you — go soar! 💙🩺✈️

🎓✨ Congratulations to Keara Williams, a PBHMS graduate and longtime Club Esteem student who has been with us since elementary school!

Keara is an honor roll student who will attend Eastern Florida State College this fall, where she plans to pursue her dream of becoming a nurse. She says she is thankful for the opportunities Club Esteem has provided, including lifelong friendships and growth in her social, leadership, and academic skills.

Keara has also given back as a Teen Tutor at Club Esteem and will spend this summer working as a camp counselor with the City of Melbourne Parks & Recreation and Golf.

We are so proud of you, Keara! Your Club Esteem family is cheering you on every step of the way.

🎓 Presenting the Club Esteem Class of 2026! 🎓

Before we highlight each of our amazing graduates individually, we want to take a moment to celebrate this powerhouse group as a whole. Meet Keara, Joshua, A'marion, Ashawnti, and Mari’elle!

All proud graduates of Palm Bay Magnet High School, this cohort represents the very best of dedication, leadership, and community. Together, they boast impressive GPAs, continuous honor roll achievements, scholarships, and valuable industry certifications in everything from OSHA and Construction to Early Childhood Education.

From students who have been with us since the first grade to outstanding Teen Tutors giving back to the next generation, they have truly made their mark on Club Esteem. During their time with us, they’ve explored STEM, mastered drone safety, built lifelong friendships, and developed the academic and social skills needed to conquer the world.

Whether they are heading off to college, stepping into mechanical engineering, pursuing nursing and psychology, or enlisting in the U.S. Army, we know they are destined for greatness. We couldn't be prouder of the young adults they have become!

🌟 Stay tuned over the next few weeks as we share individual spotlights on each of these remarkable young leaders! 🌟

Happy Higher Education Day! 🎓

At Club Esteem, we believe every student deserves the support, confidence, and resources to dream big and take the next step toward their future. Through college readiness, mentoring, and encouragement, we’re proud to help prepare students for success in higher education and beyond.

These are just some of the colleges and universities our students have matriculated to — and we couldn’t be prouder of their journeys.

Honoring and remembering the brave men and women who have given their lives in service to our country. This Memorial Day, we pause with gratitude, respect, and remembrance.