A scholarship of $3,000 was awarded to George Mason High School senior Samantha Pozel, who plans to pursue an education leading to a career in community or public service. The scholarship money was raised by the Commonwealth Circle at a fundraiser luncheon featuring guest speaker Peter Earnest, founding executive director of the International Spy Museum. The scholarship was presented on May 22 at a luncheon honoring Pozel and three other students at the Washington Golf and Country Club. Pozel is pictured above with Commonwealth Circle President Susie Gardner (left). (Courtesy Photo)

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