Third Rotary 'Service Above Self' Award Goes To BHS Grad Luke Baylis

BRANFORD, CT — Branford High School graduate Luke Baylis was awarded a $3,000 ‘Service Above Self’ scholarship from the Branford Rotary Club. Baylis, who plans to study cybersecurity in college, was one of three Service Above Self winners, an award given annually to high school students from Branford who excel both in the classroom and in the community.

Described by teachers as an outstanding student, Baylis was captain of the BHS tennis team and was also passionate about his community.

“Some individuals stand out for their qualities and Luke is one of those people,” said Judith Barron, Executive Director of the Community Dining Room, where Baylis was a regular volunteer. “He’s respected throughout the organization for getting things done and always going the extra mile.”

In life, Baylis said, “It’s not about what you get, it’s about how you help.”