LISBON

Ryan Brewer, a class of 2013 graduate of Lisbon High School, was the first of recent graduates to be invited back to his alma mater to participate in a MELMAC Education Program Aspirations project.

Brewer spoke about his experience as a recruit to a number of current Lisbon High School students on Thursday, Dec. 19 on the school campus in Lisbon Falls. He is currently attending the oldest private military college in the country: Norwich University, in Northfield, Vt.

Brewer is a recruit in the Corps of Cadets, studying computer security and information assurances.

“Lisbon High School is proud to have its graduates participate in the Aspirations program,” Principal Ken Healey said. “Part of our newly revamped strategy with MELMAC is to include students and community members to share their successes with our students.

“The MELMAC Education Foundation recently provided us with a grant allowing us to continue nurturing the beyond high school aspirations for college and other levels of higher education,” Healey said. “The partnership with MELMAC continues to assist with costs of college visits for all of our students, It sponsors parent-student nights, financial aid opportunities and so much more.”

Brewer told students his experiences at Lisbon High School helped prepare him for success in college.

Brewer also stressed involvement in academics, athletics, other clubs and community service programs — both at high school and college — as extremely important opportunities for students to embrace.

Brewer is expected to be on the Dean’s List for the fall semester at Norwich. He is the son of Brent and Sybill Brewer of Lisbon.

Aspiration sessions with former graduates will continue throughout the school year.