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Photo Caption: Recipients of the 2026 Coronado High School Scholarships are pictured during Awards Night on June 1 at the Coronado Public Library. Pictured are Sean Wilbur, Annika Haslam, Dhara Jost, Roxanne Langevin, Mia Coronado, Emma Lund, Lena Masutani, and Daniel Vinegrad. Anika Talavera is featured in the inset photo, as she was serving on the technical crew for Islander Youth Theatre's production of The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition at the Coronado Performing Arts Center at the time of the event.
Photo Credit: Jena Willard for the Friends of the Coronado Public Library.
June 2, 2026
A Growing Legacy: The Friends of the Coronado Public Library Scholarship Program Continues to Inspire Coronado Students
The Friends of the Coronado Public Library are proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Coronado High School Scholarships, recognizing exceptional local students for their academic achievement, leadership, community involvement, and passion for lifelong learning.
The 2026 scholarship recipients were honored at Awards Night on June 1 at 6 p.m. in the John D. Spreckels Reading Room at the Coronado Public Library. This year’s scholars represent a remarkable range of academic, artistic, and service-oriented accomplishments, continuing the Friends’ long-standing tradition of supporting Coronado students as they pursue higher education and future career goals.
This year’s Friends of the Coronado Public Library Scholarship recipients include:
The Wilf & Ruth Seaman Scholarship
Mia Coronado
The Susan Stark Scholarships
Emma Lund
Daniel Vinegrad
The Jim & Bette Sherman General Curriculum Scholarships
Dhara Jost
Sean Wilbur
The Jim & Bette Sherman Fine Arts/COSA Scholarships
Annika Haslam
Roxanne Langevin
Lena Masutani
Anika Talavera, was serving on the technical crew for Islander Youth Theatre's production of The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition at the Coronado Performing Arts Center at the time of the Friends Awards Night.
Scholarships were presented by Friends President Carl Luna and Vice President and Scholarship Committee Chair Sharon Hall. Also attending the ceremony were Friends Board Member Cassie Morton and Becky Seaman Geiss, whose family’s longstanding support through the Wilf & Ruth Seaman Scholarship helps make these awards possible.
“For generations of Coronado students, the Library has been a place where curiosity, creativity, and lifelong learning begin,” said Carl Luna, President of the Friends of the Coronado Public Library. “We are honored to support these remarkable students as they pursue their next chapters and look forward to seeing the impact they will make in the future.”
In addition to celebrating the Class of 2026, the Friends are reflecting on the continued success of scholarship recipients from the Class of 2025. One year later, these former recipients are already making meaningful strides at universities across California and beyond, pursuing fields ranging from zoology and healthcare advocacy to biotechnology and the performing arts.
The Friends scholarship program itself is also entering an exciting new chapter of growth.
This year, the Friends received a legacy-building donation from the Susan Stark Trust that will expand the impact and future reach of the scholarship program for Coronado students. This donation allowed the Friends to add an additional Susan Stark Scholarship for the 2026 school year. Looking ahead, the Friends are excited to continue working closely with the Stark family and the Trust to thoughtfully develop and grow the program in ways that will create even more opportunities for future generations of Coronado students.
In addition, longtime supporters Jim and Bette Sherman expanded their scholarship support this year to six awards after being inspired by the exceptional strength and quality of the 2026 applicant pool.
Visit the Friends of the Coronado Public Library website to meet this year’s recipients, and read “One Year Later” reflections from members of the Class of 2025 as they pursue their inspiring next steps.
Meet the 2025 and 2026 Friends CHS Scholarship Recipients and Read Their Stories
Thank You to Our 2026 Scholarship Committee
Carl Luna, President
Sharon Hall, Vice President and Scholarship Chair
Marsi Steirer, Board Member and Bookstore Chair
Jean Seager, Secretary
Doreen Genmark Heath, Marketing Director
May 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
From the Field to the Frontlines: Legendary Names at the Coronado Public Library
Admiral William H. McRaven—retired Four-Star Admiral, former Commander of U.S. Special Operations Forces, and bestselling author of Make Your Bed—joins us to share insights from Duty, Honor, Country, and Life. Drawing from his 37-year Navy SEAL career and his widely viewed “Make Your Bed” address, he offers powerful lessons on leadership, service, and character.
April 18, 2026
A Special Thank You to Everyone Who Contributed to the Success of the 2026 Spring Book Fair
Dear Friends and Community Members,
On behalf of the Friends of the Coronado Public Library and our Bookstore Committee, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s Annual Spring Book Fair on Saturday, April 18 such a special day.
It was wonderful to see readers of all ages—from Coronado and across San Diego—come together to browse, connect, and celebrate a shared love of books. The energy and spirit throughout the day were truly inspiring.
A special highlight was our Family Corner, where children and families enjoyed a balloon artist, temporary tattoos, and complimentary juices generously provided by our community partners, Vons and Parakeet. These moments of joy are made possible through the continued support of our Friends members, our outreach committee, and our valued community partners.
To our incredible volunteers, dedicated Library staff, generous donors, and community partners—thank you. Your time, care, and commitment are what make events like this possible and help keep our Library a vibrant place for learning, connection, and community.
All proceeds from the Book Fair and ongoing donations directly support the Coronado Public Library’s programs and services. If you would like to continue supporting our efforts, we warmly invite you to donate new or gently used books at the Friends Bookstore or consider becoming a Friend.
With gratitude,
Marsi Steirer
Bookstore Committee Chair
Friends of the Coronado Public Library
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