Archer High School senior earns thousands for college

    Archer High School graduating senior Gabrielle Johnson is the 2026 recipient of The John, Lynne and Nicole Belli Memorial Scholarship.

     The Belli Scholarship is a $32,000 scholarship that is awarded to a Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) high school graduate, particularly students with documented economic need who may not be identified as traditional academic or athletic leaders, but who demonstrate strong potential for college success. The intent of the scholarship is to support students who might not otherwise have an opportunity to attend college. This scholarship is open only to students attending GCPS, and Gabrielle was selected as the sole recipient out of 50 applicants.

     The Belli family founded the Belli Scholarship in memory of John, Lynne, and Nicole Belli, who were killed in a car accident in 2001. As a scholarship recipient, Gabrielle will receive $8,000 annually to cover college expenses, such as tuition, books, and fees. This scholarship is not just a one-time award but a renewable opportunity that can support her for up to four years of documented college coursework, provided she maintains a 2.0 GPA.