Top of class: Dai overcomes language barrier
After moving to America from China in seventh grade, valedictorian Xiaojin Dai faced the challenge of learning English and familiarizing herself with American culture. “ English. I took twice or…
Top of class: Cassady focusses on achieving straight A’s
With getting accepted into college acting as her biggest motivator for the past four years, valedictorian Lauren Cassady plans to attend the University of Florida in the fall. “ I…
Top of Class: Brown leads clubs while keeping perfect GPA
Through her leadership positions in multiple clubs and achievements in the classroom, senior Sophia Brown attained her valedictorian status. “To be a valedictorian, you have to be strategic. Strategic with…
National Honor Society community service hours due
Returning members of National Honor Society must complete their community service record log by Thursday, Oct. 13. This two-day extention helps accommodate the two days of school lost from Hurricane…
Top of class: Britton finishes high school with one B
Although he did not enter high school aiming to be valedictorian or even salutatorian, Alexander Britton realized his potential and strove to make it happen. At the end of his…
Top of Class: Swegheimer seeks career in mission work
To senior Nicole Swegheimer, it takes hard work perseverance and dedication to maintain a stellar grade point average. She dedicated herself to becoming valedictorian in middle school. “I decided in…
Top of Class: Colvin balances athletics, academics
For senior Emily Colvin, achieving a perfect GPA did not pose her biggest challenge. Instead, it was striking a balance between her athletics, academics and sleep schedule that posed the…
Top of class: Braga Credits Family for Success
With a supportive family, dedication, determination and a good textbook, Isabella Braga reached the top of the class. Her family and friends have been a big part of her success.…
Top of Class: Rohe succeeds despite challenging classes
After looking at a list of qualities self-described by Katherine Rohe, one might think she would have a time hard in school let alone be a valedictorian. “I don’t handle…
Top of Class: McCray ends with 4.0, almost AA
Senior Ashley McCray did not enter her freshman year with the intent of being valedictorian but that is exactly how she is finishing her high school career. “It was not…