New EQT Scholars Program Sends Two Students to the Kiski School

New EQT Scholars Program Sends Two Students to The Kiski School PITTSBURGH (August 24, 2018) – The Kiski School and the EQT Foundation announced the selection of two students as the inaugural scholarship recipients in Kiski’s EQT Scholars program. Christopher Moncrief of Turtle Creek, PA, and Alex Figueroa of New York City will receive full scholarships covering tuition, room and board for their enrollment in the ninth through 12th grades at Kiski, an all-boys college preparatory high school in Saltsburg, PA, 30 miles east of Pittsburgh. The boys will begin classes as ninth-graders on September 5. “Kiski is thrilled to welcome these exceptional young men,” said Chris Brueningsen, Kiski headmaster. “At Kiski, we know how to bring out the best in every boy and prepare him to thrive in school and in life. We are honored by the EQT Foundation’s decision to provide an endowment at Kiski that will continue to benefit deserving students for years to come.” Kiski’s EQT Scholars program is funded by a $2.8 million grant from the EQT Foundation, which will provide an ongoing source of funding for the program. "The EQT Scholars Program illustrates the Foundation's mission by providing meaningful educational experiences to children who may not otherwise have the opportunity," said EQT Foundation President Charlene Petrelli. "Kiski students Chris Moncrief and Alex Figueroa embody the characteristics that qualify a student to become an EQT Scholar – a financial need, eagerness to learn, curiosity about the world around them, excitement to dive in, and a strong support network that will ensure their success." Christopher Moncrief comes to Kiski from Woodland Hills Academy, where he excelled in classes, including several honors courses. His teachers say Chris stands out, in part, because of his strong aptitude and excellent work ethic. He plans to participate in Kiski’s football, basketball and baseball programs, as well as play saxophone in the Kiski Jazz Band. “The EQT scholarship is more than a blessing,” said Clifford Moncrief, Chris’s father. “We are confident Kiski’s curriculum, staff support and culture will ensure Chris is successful there.” Alex Figueroa is a 4.0 student from East Side Community High School in New York City. His passion is baseball, and he also plans to run cross country as well as play basketball at Kiski. Alex is an accomplished drummer who teachers say has strong academic ability and an exemplary attitude. “We are so excited,” said Alex’s mom, Orly Rogers-Figueroa. “This is all so new to us, but we visited the Kiski campus, and were so impressed with everything they’re doing there.” Alex’s father is currently deployed overseas with the National Guard. Capital Campaign Provides State-of-the-Art Facilities “Chris, Alex and the entire incoming Class of ’22 have the added advantage of attending Kiski as we celebrate the successful completion of a $34 million capital campaign for the school,” adds Kiski Headmaster Brueningsen. The newest addition to the 350-acre Kiski campus funded by the capital campaign will be the Zeigler Science and Engineering Center, slated to open in September. Zeigler will facilitate hands-on, multi-disciplinary learning, including STEAM curricula. It features a new physics lab, a robotics room and flexible classroom spaces to accommodate collaborative projects. The campaign also funded construction of Kiski’s 75,000-square-foot Ross Athletic Center, the beautiful Swank Student Center, and extensive dormitory renovations. Planning for fundraising is underway for upgrades in the dining hall and additional science classrooms, as well as student scholarships, new academic programs and faculty development. ### About The Kiski School The Kiski School provides high school boys a classic liberal arts education specifically designed to engage young men and prepare them to thrive. Located on a beautiful 350-acre campus in Saltsburg, PA, Kiski is life-changing. At Kiski, dedicated teachers are committed to every boy’s success; a renowned sports program involves every student; state-of-the-art facilities include a new athletic center and innovation lab; and a 130-year active tradition of leadership, self- discipline, inclusion and camaraderie is passed from boy to boy. Visit www.kiski.org. About the EQT Foundation The EQT Foundation was established by EQT Corporation, the largest producer of natural gas in the United States, and is committed to the social and economic vitality of our operating regions. The EQT Foundation believes in meaningful engagement with the communities it calls home, and takes great pride in the role as both a responsible and responsive corporate citizen. The EQT Foundation has developed strong partnerships with a variety of nonprofit organizations to enrich the diversity and viability of our communities, sustain the principles of continuous learning, and focus on environmental protection efforts. Read more at: www.eqt.com/our-communities/eqt-foundation .

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