Jackson Christian senior named semifinalist for prestigious Coca-Cola scholarship

Jackson Christian Senior Named Semifinalist for Prestigious Coca-Cola Scholarship

JACKSON, Tenn. (Nov. 2025) — Jackson Christian is proud to announce that senior Tanishi Sorker has been named a Semifinalist for the highly competitive Coca-Cola Scholars Program, the nation’s largest corporate-sponsored, achievement-based scholarship.

Selected from tens of thousands of applicants across the country, Semifinalists represent an elite group of high-achieving students recognized for outstanding leadership, academic excellence, and dedication to service.

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program—funded jointly by Coca-Cola bottlers across the nation and The Coca-Cola Company—has awarded more than $90 million in scholarships to over 7,200 students since 1986. With the Class of 2026, the foundation continues its long-standing commitment to celebrating and empowering the next generation of community leaders and changemakers.

Tanishi is currently completing the program’s Phase 2 application, which includes essays, a transcript, and a recommendation. These materials will be evaluated by an independent selection committee, which will identify 250 Regional Finalists in early January. Regional Finalists will then participate in virtual interviews.

From that group, 150 students will be named Coke Scholars-select in late February and invited to attend Coca-Cola Scholars Weekend in Atlanta on April 23–26, 2026. This event includes the 38th annual Coca-Cola Scholars Banquet and the Coca-Cola Scholars Leadership Development Institute, facilitated by program alumni. After completing Scholars Weekend, they will be officially named Coca-Cola Scholars and awarded a $20,000 college scholarship.

In addition to financial support, Coca-Cola Scholars gain access to a vibrant, lifelong network of alumni who collaborate to make meaningful change in communities around the world. The program offers unique opportunities such as mentorship from alumni, professional development events, and a Leadership Summit every five years.

Jackson Christian congratulates Tanishi on this remarkable achievement and celebrates her dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence.

To learn more about Jackson Christian, visit the school’s website at JCSeagles.org.

About Jackson Christian School
Founded in 1976, Jackson Christian is a private college preparatory school located in Jackson, Tennessee. With an enrollment of more than 830 students, Jackson Christian offers TSSAA Division I athletics, fine arts and a 21st Century Digital Learning Initiative, bringing technology to all grade levels. Jackson Christian is fully accredited by Cognia, the National Christian School Association as well as AdvancED STEM certified. To learn more, visit their website. 

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