Kewaskum, Wisconsin (February 26, 2016) – Regal Ware, Inc. has awarded the 2016 J.O. Reigle Scholarships to Lindsey Du Charme and Alexandra Krueger, seniors at Kewaskum High School. The $18,000 scholarships are awarded annually and provide each student $4,500 per year toward a 4-year college program.
Lindsey is the daughter of David and Jodi Du Charme of Kewaskum. She plans to major in human biology with a pre-medical focus. Lindsey has narrowed her college choices to St. Norbert College or the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. She has served in leadership roles for Student Government, Peers-4-Peers, Mock Trial, Helping our Planet Earth Club and is the vice president for her senior class. She is also a member of National Honor Society and KEY Club. Lindsey volunteers at Still Water Community Methodist Church and at the Salvation Army Shelter. Her hobbies include swimming, playing tennis, skiing, reading and writing.
Alexandra is the daughter of Gregg and Hilda Krueger of Kewaskum. She plans to major in International Studies and will attend either St. Norbert College or the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Alexandra served as president for the National Honor Society and Spanish Club and is a member of Peers-4-Peers, Mock Trial, KEY Club, Spanish Travelers and Jazz Band. Her sports involvement includes tennis, volleyball, basketball and fast pitch; winning the “Best Attitude” award from her volleyball team. Alexandra volunteers at Holy Trinity Parish and has assisted with the KEYS Walk/Run and Elevate Marathon/Triathlon. In her leisure time she enjoys reading, playing sports, practicing Spanish and spending time with family and friends.
The scholarship program was established in 1963 in honor of Regal Ware’s founder, the late J.O. Reigle. The award recognizes the outstanding scholastic achievements of one or more graduating high school seniors in Kewaskum, Wisconsin – site of the corporate headquarters for the privately-held cookware manufacturer. To be eligible for the $18,000 J.O. Reigle Scholarship a student must have attended Kewaskum High School for at least the previous 2 years, and maintained at least a “B” average for the first 3½ years of high school.
About Regal Ware
Regal Ware is known for producing the world’s finest cookware for families – Made in the USA, and is the premier manufacturer of high quality stainless steel cookware in the United States for the direct sales market worldwide. Regal Ware’s core values of integrity, dedication, performance and pride define the company. Its innovative engineering and legacy of quality manufacturing dates back to 1911.
Regal Ware is committed to bringing people back to the table, and is doing so through consumer initiatives and product offerings that make cooking easier and more enjoyable. Regal Ware products include stainless steel and cast aluminum cookware as well as stainless steel bakeware available exclusively through direct-to-the-consumer sales channels. For more information, visit www.regalware.com.