Elliot's family grew up with his mother relying on a benefit for
support. The First Foundation Scholarship has provided the
additional support that Elliot needs to continue his education at a
tertiary level; study which will help him achieve his future
goals. His Yr 12 Dean wrote "he has the proven
qualities for success, leadership and a work ethic that would
attract any prospective organisation."
Throughout school Elliot proved to be a quick learner and one
who identified his goals and worked hard to achieve them. In 2010
Elliot was top student in Mathematics and won awards in Economics,
Science and Technology. He was also awarded a Merit Award
specifically for his worthy contribution to school life. At school
Elliot played Waterpolo and gained his NZ Waterpolo Referee
Induction Certificate, which he uses to help referee games. Elliot
showed sound leadership potential and has been team leader for his
school's participation in the Mabiz competition and the youngest
person to be shift leader at his part time job at KFC. Outside of
school, Elliot competes and teaches Ballroom and Latin dancing.
This independent, task-orientated young man completed a degree
in Civil Engineering at The University of Canterbury in 2016
and in 2017 started a masters in Engineering Management.