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KIHS graduation honors legacy of Jacob Sloan
STEVENSVILLE — The 2024 graduating class of Kent Island High school walked across the stage and turned their tassels under a beautifully sunny sky and a perfect late May Eastern Shore day. In front of a packed Buccaneer’s stadium, several representatives from the class gave parting words of advice to their classmates. Principal Daniel Harding led the remarks and introduced each of the speakers in turn. After Harding introduced the key figures present, including the superintendent, board members, and various administrators, he emphasized the community’s...
Girls wrestling champions receive acclamation
Making history as the first girls wrestling team to win the Maryland State Championship during the 2023-2024 season, the Liberty Building packed with supporters as Queen Anne’s County High School Lions received official recognition and forever acclamation from county commissioners and state delegates May 28. Delegate Jay Jacobs (R-36) presented a Maryland General State Assembly official citation to recognize the historic achievement along with the county commissioners congratulating the Lions on winning the Maryland Secondary School Sports Athletic Association Girls Wrestling State Championship. ...
QACHS graduating seniors embrace perseverance
CENTREVILLE — Family, friends, staff, and distinguished guests gathered to the Queen Anne’s County High School field on a beautiful spring day in recognition of the graduating class of 2024 May 29. Recognizing the outstanding achievements of the class through years of uncertainty, the now alumni face limitless opportunities ahead of them, including applying themselves to the work force, going into the military or continuing their education through college or trade schools. ...
Wye River Upper School recognizes nine graduates
CENTREVILLE — Wye River Upper School celebrated nine graduates during the 2024 commencement ceremony inside the school’s main campus at the Centreville Armory. Lydia Antonelli, Luke Blackiston, Avery Clawson, John Corley, Alex Faranetta, Trent Hudson, Davin Martin, Bridon Lucas, and Collins Rhoe received diplomas from Head of School Stephanie Folarin, Assistant Head of School Nicole Sophocles, and Board Chair Nikki Williams. Macyn Poag, Wye River Upper School class of 2020,...
CP Academy students design lacrosse stick for use with wheelchair
A wheelchair-bound 9-year-old who’s into sports will be able to play lacrosse with a custom-made stick that allows her to launch a ball by pulling on a string. Stella Stakolosa, who has cerebral palsy, also swims and has participated in cheerleading and horseback riding. She accepted the lacrosse stick on May 28 from a group of high school juniors and seniors from College Park Academy who designed the accessibility device, adorned with her name, for the Anne Arundel County resident.
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