Students recognized for high achievement

Campion Academy hosted a brunch to highlight the academic accomplishments of high-achieving students on Sunday morning, January 27.  

In order to be invited to the Scholar’s Brunch, a student had to have a GPA average over 3.5 or be a recipient of a special scholarship, or be inducted into the National Honors Society. After a brief introduction, scholarships were announced and handed out to students, and the brunch followed. Special music was presented by Sarah Molina, Izuchi Nwankwo, and Denise Moreno. 
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Afterwards, groups of Campion students were called up for photos to celebrate their high GPA,, and the largest group was composed of 25 students with a GPA of 4.0 or above. Students can earn greater than a 4.0 by taking dual-credit college classes. More than half of the student body had a GPA of 3.5 or above, a remarkable feat.

Gerrad Vat, a sophomore, shared “I felt so glad that my classmates and I were recognized for all the hard work we put in this year.”

Before the National Honor Society students were recognized, Jenny Gann, school nurse, spoke to remind everyone what true success is actually about. Following her speech students were selected to speak about the four pillars of the National Honor Society. Marc Winonakan spoke on scholarship, Addison Gann spoke on service, Lilly Resz spoke on leadership, and Charlie Reeves spoke on character. They lit the ceremonial candles representing each character trait. 

Teagan Phillips, a junior, said “I enjoyed seeing the scholarships given and the people who made them, it showed the community of Campion. I also enjoyed the seniors' speeches, they were inspiring.”

Finally, the presentation of the cords took place in which fourteen seniors were officially inducted into the National Honor Society.

Mr. Leeper, Campion’s principal, shared, “I was really proud of our many students who were recognized as scholars. I am impressed with the levels they have achieved whilst having a busy schedule.”

Aome Angeles, Student News Team

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