Barnegat, Southern Regional Students Honored for Academic Accomplishments
BARNEGAT, N.J. (June 5, 2026) – Walters, an award-winning developer, presented $8,000 in scholarships to four graduating seniors from Ocean County. The annual scholarship program, established by Ed Walters Jr. in memory of his father, Edward M. Walters Sr., has awarded 51 scholarships totaling more than $100,000 to local students since its inception.
Each year, the program awards scholarships to four graduating seniors—two from Southern Regional High School and two from Barnegat High School.
The following Southern Regional High School students received scholarships:
- Luke Maggion
- Jacob King
The following Barnegat High School students received scholarships:
- Joseph Bacskai
- Devin Connors
“It’s rewarding to recognize these exceptional high school seniors as they pursue their future goals,” said Ed Walters Jr., founder and partner at Walters and an Ocean County native who graduated from Southern Regional High School. “Giving back through education has always been a meaningful part of our commitment to the community.”
Walters’ corporate mission is rooted in giving back to the communities it serves. Through its longstanding philanthropic efforts, the company has supported a wide range of organizations and initiatives, including the American Red Cross, American Cancer Society, FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, hurricane relief efforts, Habitat for Humanity, Toys for Tots, the Barnegat Volunteer Fire Company, and the Barnegat and Stafford Girls Softball Leagues.
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Photo Caption: Walters Group awarded scholarships to students from Barnegat and Southern Regional High Schools. Left photo (L to r: Jacob King, Ed Walters, Luke Maggion) Right photo (L to r: Joseph Bacskai, Wayne Bacskai, Devin Connors)
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