Doris Burkett Scholarship Awarded to Pelion High’s Mason Williams

Lexington SC 05/13/2026 – Jeffrey “Mason” Williams of Pelion High School (PHS) was selected as the 2026 Doris Burkett Scholarship recipient. Since 1995, the Lexington Chamber & Visitors Center has administered the Doris Burkett Scholarship and has awarded more than $130,000. The late Doris Burkett served as the Executive Director of the Lexington Chamber for 12 years and was a proud graduate of Gilbert High School.

The scholarship is given to one Lexington School District One student and requires a maximum of a 4.0 grade point average and active engagement in community and extracurricular activities. “The recipient, Jeffrey “Mason” Williams, has shown great ambition to achieve excellence,” said Trey Powell, Doris Burkett Scholarship Chairman.

“Mason record embodies these ideals. As a Palmetto Boys State delegate, Future Farmers of America (FFA) President, and three-sport varsity athlete in football, golf, and track and field, he has demonstrated remarkable leadership and discipline. His commitment to growth—from attending the FFA National Convention to participating in the SC Commissioner's School for Agriculture—distinguishes him as a student who is deeply dedicated to both his community and his future.”

Mason plans to attend Clemson University Bridge program at Tri-County Technical College to study turfgrass management. For more information on the scholarship, contact Nina Glisson at (803) 359- 6113.

Pictured (From L to R): Lee Ayers & Anne Marie Green– DBS Board Members, Hon. Kathy Henson – Lexington County School District One Board Chair, Dr. Keith Price – Superintendent, Lexington County School District One, Jeffrey “Mason” Williams – Scholarship Recipient, Sean Bishton – Principal, Pelion High School, Itzel Morales, FFA Advisor, Pelion High School and Trey Powell, Board Chair, Doris Burkett Board of Directors.