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Prince amazed at the wealth of local talent

By John Prince Director of Schools

Congratulations to the students of McNairy County honored during the 2014 Academic Awards Ceremony.

McNairy County has a unique history in regard to education. As late as the early 1960s, there were still several oneroom schoolhouses scattered across the county. By the end of that decade, Julius Hurst and the Board of Education had led the county through a massive restructuring and building program. The result of the change was a consolidated school system with one of the most revolutionary high schools in the South being built “on the hill.” Within another ten years, a new Adamsville Jr./Sr. High School was constructed, and for the last thirty years, McNairy County has been providing an excellent education for nearly 4,500 students yearly. As a community, we should be proud of the success of our children, for we have produced professionals in numerous fields, and our fair county is represented not only across this nation, but around the world.

Twenty-eight years ago, Independent Appeal Publishers Bill and Betty Rail along with former Editor Mark Boehler keenly perceived a need to annually recognize the top academic students in our school system. The Rails worked tirelessly to gather sponsors and host the first McNairy County Academic Banquet. After Bill’s passing, “Miss” Betty has continued to both honor her husband and the children of McNairy County by ensuring the continuance of the banquet, and in that time, well over 1000 of our brightest minds have had a night dedicated to them because of their academic drive and success.

The 2014 Academic Banquet was no different. Nearly 50 eighth graders from across the county were recognized for achievement in the classroom, and 24 seniors were lauded. I had the privilege of presenting awards alongside Bill and Betty Rail’s daughter, Janet, who is now the publisher of the Independent Appeal.

As the principals of each school read the accomplishments of those being recognized, we, along with the audience, were simply amazed at the wealth of talent we have here in our little corner of

PRINCE West Tennessee. The graduating classes of Adamsville and McNairy Central are filled with hope and excitement for their future. It was truly invigorating to hear all the places these young people will be in the fall and disciplines they intend to study. The eighth graders present were excited to be winding down their year and entering high school.

After the banquet I took some time to reflect, and couldn’t stop thinking about all of the people involved in our student’s lives. Many times at graduation, we tend to forget about the Kindergarten teacher who started our children on their adventure by cleaning their noses and tying their shoes. There is also the “lunchroom lady” who, every day, makes sure that our babies are fed.

Then there is the music teacher that lights that spark in a fifth grade student that eventually turns into a state band championship. I cannot emphasize enough how important each one of the nearly 700 team members who make up McNairy County Schools is to the lives of our children.

In the midst of budget crunches, building plans, state tests, and work sessions, the 2014 McNairy County Academic Banquet was a beautiful display of the best of us all and the reason we so heavily invest in education. This county is a special place, and we are all blessed to live here.

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Last Thursday, the McNairy County Board of Education along with more than 30 corporate sponsors honored 73 of its brightest 8th and 12th grade students during the 28th Independent Appeal Annual Academic Awards Banquet.

The banquet was the vision of former Independent Appeal Editor Mark Boehler and its former publishers, the late Bill Rail and his wife, Betty Rail.

Event founder, Betty Rail was in attendance this year and continues to work with our corporate sponsors to secure funding for future events.

Opening comments were made by incoming Director of Schools John Prince and by Asst. Director of Schools Dr. Brian Jackson, who coordinated the event. Both Prince and Jackson congratulated the students on their achievements, and everyone enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by the cafeteria staff before the awards were presented.

Current Independent Appeal Editor Christen Coulon commended the parents and educators for their dedication to educational excellence, and challenged the students to continue down the path of academic success.

Coulon also thanked community leaders, school administrators, principals, and the cafeteria staff for their commitment to education and for their work to help with this year’s banquet. He closed his remarks with a special recognition of all of the corporate event sponsors, without who’s support each year, this event would not be possible.

After a wonderful meal, Prince and Independent Appeal Publisher Janet Rail presented awards to each student and commended them for their achievements.

Following the awards presentation, local dentist and 2004 Adamsville High School Valedictorian Patrick Fullwood, addressed the awardees and gave them some helpful advice for the future.

Fullwood comes from a family of scholars. During the introduction of the young dentist, AHS Principal Greg Martin noted that along with Patrick, his father, mother and brother were all valedictorians of their respective high school classes.

Fullwood spoke very candidly with the students and asked them to keep their options open regarding their careers. He told the students that following high school he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and had no intentions of becoming a dentist. Fast forwarding a few years later, Fullwood became a dentist and said that he loves his work and, “enjoys making a difference in people’s lives and feels that it is a very rewarding experience.”

Fullwood then offered to speak personally with any students at the banquet who had a desire to pursue a career in dentistry.

On behalf of the Board of Education and the Independent Appeal, Jackson presented Fullwood with a plaque to commemorate his appearance.

Of the 73 Academic Award recipients, Adamsville and McNairy Central high schools each honored 12 students, Adamsville Junior High honored 16, Selmer Middle School 15, Ramer Elementary School 7, Bethel Springs Elementary

6, and Michie Elementary School 5.

Photos and short biographies of the students appear in the following pages. The Independent Appeal applauds all of these outstanding students and their educators for their hard work and dedication that led to recognition at this year’s event.

Staff photo by Olga Ford

Local dentist and 2004 Adamsville High School Valedictorian Patrick Fullwood, spoke candidly about the future with the banquet’s 73 awardees last Thursday.

How are the student awards chosen?

A look at the criteria for choosing Academic Award Winners

How are the students chosen?

How many come from each school?

What kind of scores on what subjects qualify a student to receive an academic award?

There are many different criteria that are used in selecting the Academic Award honorees each year.

There is a certain criteria used by the 8th grade principals and another criteria that determines the high school winners.

Below is the criteria used in selecting students for the Academic Awards in both the junior high and high school levels.

This year no school quotas were used as criteria for academic awards, however, begining in 2013, each school used a different set of measures to determine award status among each of its students.

Guidelines for Selecting 12th Grade Participants: Criteria for Selection of high school seniors: In order to fill the available slots, each high school can select honorees by using the following rank system.

Principals will start from the top and continue until the available slots are filled. An individual can fill only one slot, regardless of the number of qualifications met.

The school should only invite those students meeting the following guidelines: PSAT National Merit Finalist/Semifinalist, or...

ACT Composite Score of 30 or higher or SAT total score of 1200 or higher, or...

Top 10 students with highest GPA through seven semesters.

Guidelines for selecting 8th Grade Participants: Criteria for Selection will identify the top academic students from the 8th grade at each school by using the following accomplishments: Students with an eighth grade GPA of 97 or above for semester 1 in the core subject areas, or...

Students who scored advanced in at least three of the 7th grade TCAP subtest areas, or...

Students with a composite score of 20 or above on the EXPLORE test or subtest scores of 20 or above in three subtest areas.

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Adamsville High School Cassidy Shambeau – Cassidy is the daughter of Dwayne and Lisa Shambeau. She is being recognized as the Valedictorian of the AHS Class of 2014, with an average of 98.90. Cassidy was selected to be a member of the 2014 National Technical Honors Society.

She served as 2013-14 AHS Yearbook Editor and was voted “Most Studious” in Who’s Who. Cassidy received the 2014 AHS Math award.

She is also a member of the National Society of High School Scholars and the 2014 AHS Hall of Fame. Cassidy plans to attend UT Martin and major in Veterinary Science.

Caroline Gray – Caroline is the daughter of Bob and Debbie Gray.

She is being honored as Salutatorian of the AHS Class of 2014, with an average of 98.87.

She has ACT subscores of 31 in English and 31 in Reading. Caroline is a four-time AHS State Championship Band member. She was voted “Funniest” in Who’s Who. She participated in the UTM Parsons First Annual

History Competition and the Freed-Hardeman University Math Competition. Caroline plans to attend UT Martin and major in Psychology.

Darby Boyd – Darby is the daughter of George and Misty Boyd and is ranked third in the Class of 2014, with an average of 98.69. She served as Senior Class Vice-President and was voted “Sweetheart” in Who’s Who. Darby was selected to be a member of the 2014 National Technical Honors Society and is also a member of the National Society of High School Scholars. She was chosen as the 2014 AHS CTE Student of the Year and received the 2014 AHS Social Studies award.

Darby plans to attend UT Martin and major in Nursing, then pursue a career as a Nurse Practitioner or Certified Nurse Anesthetist.

Kelsie Dowdell – Kelsie is the daughter of Laura Keeton and is

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Staff photo by Christen Coulon

The Adamsville High School 2014 Academic Award Winners are (front row) Brianna Lambert, Darby Boyd, Andrea Martin, Anna Johnson, Caroline Gray and Brittany Carroll. (Back row) Ezra McKenzie, Kelsie Dowdell, Olivia Johnson, Olivia Prather, and Cassidy Shambeau. (Not Pictured) John Price.

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was voted “Funniest” in Who’s Who. Andrea plans to attend UT Martin and major in Criminal Justice, then attend Nashville School of Law.

ranked fourth in the Class of 2014, with an average of 98.45. She has ACT subscores of 31 in English and 30 in Reading. She is a four-time AHS State Championship Band member and received superior ratings in solo and ensemble. She received the 2014 AHS Science award. Kelsie plans to attend Austin Peay State University and major in Psychology, then pursue a career as a psychiatrist.

Olivia Johnson – Olivia is the daughter of Donnie and Sherri Johnson and ranks seventh in the Class of 2014, with an average of 97.56. Olivia was 2013 Softball All-District, 2013 Softball All-Tournament, and 2013 Soccer All-District. She is a McNairy Regional Alliance Leadership graduate. She is the Co-Founder of the AHS Spirit Club and was voted “Most Athletic” in Who’s Who. She is also a member of the 2014 AHS Hall of Fame. Olivia plans to attend Southwest TN Community College on a softball scholarship and major in Accounting.

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Brianna Lambert – Brianna is the daughter of Greg and Wendy Lambert, and ranks fifth in the Class of 2014, with an average of 98.07. Brianna served as 2013-14 Spanish Honors Society President and received the 2014 AHS Spanish award. She served as Senior Beta Club Co-President. Brianna is a fourtime AHS State Championship Band member. She also participated and placed at the UTM Parsons First Annual History Competition. Brianna plans to attend Jackson State Community College and major in nursing Andrea Martin – Andrea is the daughter of Kelly and Noel Martin and ranks sixth in the Class of 2014, with an average of 97.71. Andrea received the 201314 AHS soccer leadership award. She is a McNairy Regional Alliance Youth Leadership graduate and member of the National Society of High School Scholars. She served as Senior Class Treasurer and

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Brittany Carroll – Brittany is the daughter of Tracey and Penny Carroll and is ranked eighth in the Class of 2014, with an average of 97.20. Brittany served as Junior and Senior Class President. She is a member of the National Society of High School Scholars and the 2014 AHS Hall of Fame. She was voted “Best Dressed” in Who’s Who. Brittany plans to attend Union University and pursue a degree in pharmacy.

Anna Johnson – Anna is the daughter of Donnie and Sherri Johnson and is ranked ninth in the Class of 2014, with an average of 96.89. Anna was 2012 Soccer All-District Defensive MVP and 2013 Soccer All-District. She is a McNairy Regional Alliance Leadership graduate. She is the Co-Founder of the AHS Spirit Club and was voted “Most Spirited” in

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Who’s Who. She is also a member of the 2014 AHS Hall of Fame. Anna plans to attend Southwest TN Community College on a softball scholarship and major in global nursing.

John Price – John is the son of Danny Price and Michelle Price and ranks tenth in the Class of 2014, with an average of 96.81. He has been recognized for his outstanding academic performance every year at the AHS Awards Banquet. John plans to attend the University of Memphis and major in Computer Science.

Ezra McKenzie - Ezra is the son of Ronald and Debra McKenzie. He is being recognized for his ACT scores.

He scored 30 in English and a 30 in Reading with an overall composite of 27. He is also a member of the 2014 AHS Hall of Fame. Ezra received a full-tuition scholarship to Southeast Missouri State University and plans to major in Cybersecurity.

Olivia Prather - Olivia is the daughter of Lynn and Cathy Prather. She is being recognized for her ACT scores. She scored a 32 in English and a 32 in Reading with an overall composite of 28. Olivia is a member of the National Society of High School Scholars. She served as the 2013-14 DECA Vice President. She is the senior lead in the AHS Chorus, and she received the AHS 2014 English Award. Olivia plans to attend MTSU and major in pre-med, then pursue a career as a Neurologist.

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Mason Ruby - Mason has the highest GPA after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 99.75. He has an ACT composite score of 33 with a 33 in English, a 30 in Math, a 36 in Reading and a 33 in Science. Mason is the Student Excel in Math, a member of the MCHS Hall of Fame, Percussion Captain and selected Most Likely to Succeed. He is a member of Band, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, ACT 25 and above club, Cats in Action and is the Senior Class President. Mason plans to attend Union University in the fall and major in Physics. He is the son of Jonathan Ruby and Sonya Ruby.

Jacie King - Jacie has the second highest GPA after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 99.66. She has an ACT composite score of 26 with a 28 in English, a 25 in Math a 26 in Reading and a 24 in Science. Jacie is the Student Excel in Language Arts, a member of the MCHS Hall of Fame and selected to Who’s Who. Jacie has won awards

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in English I Honors, Chemistry, Algebra II Honors Economics and is a Health Science Completer.

She is a member of HOSA, FCCLA, FTA, National Honor Society, Cats in Action, Spanish National Honor Society, SGA, Mu Alpha Theta, ACT 25 and above club and MCHS Jazzcats. Jacie plans to attend Union University in the fall and major in Nursing. She is the daughter of Darryl and Cristy King.

Mallorie Sweat - Mallorie is ranked third in her class after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 99.12. She has an ACT composite score of 26 with a 25 in English, a 27 in Math, a 26 in Reading, and a 26 in Science. Mallorie is a member of the MCHS Hall of Fame, Basketball 14AA District Player of the Year, Basketball All Academic Team, President of the FCS and a Health Science Completer. She is a member of the National Honor

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Staff photo by Christen Coulon

The McNairy Central High School 2014 Academic Award Winners are (front row) Molly George, Autumn Locke, Lucy Berryman, Jacie King, Jennifer Naillon and Wynter Miller. (Back Row) Brandon Hancock, Rachel Worthey, Kaitlyn Boggs, James Martin, Mallorie Sweat and Mason Ruby.

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Society, Cats in Action, HOSA, Chess Club, TACS, ACT 25 and above club and a varsity letterman in basketball, tennis, soccer and track. Mallorie plans to attend Blue Mountain College and major in Pre-Physical Therapy.

She is the daughter of Jeremy and Julie Sweat.

Autumn Locke - Autumn is ranked fourth in her class after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 99.11.

She has an ACT composite score of 23 with a 23 in English, a 25 in Math and a 24 in Science. Autumn has won awards in Algebra I, World Geography, Biology II and Driver’s Education and is a Health Science Completer. She is a member of Mu Alpha Theta, Cats in Action, HOSA, Spanish National Honor Society, SGA and National Honor Society and is a manager for the volleyball team.

Autumn plans to attend Jackson State and then transfer to Northeast to major in Dental Hygiene. She is the daughter of Tammy Moye and Kevin Locke.

2014 ACADEMIC AWARDS Molly George - Molly is ranked fifth in her class after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 99.

She has an ACT composite score of 29 with a 32 in English, a 25 in Math, a 33 in Reading and a 26 in Science.

Molly is a member of the MCHS Hall of Fame, Miss MCHS, McNairy County Youth Volunteer of the Year and an All-American Cheerleader. She is the football cheerleading captain, president of the National Honor Society, secretary of the Spanish National Honor Society, Reporter of Cats in Action and a member of the Mu Alpha Theta and SGA. Molly plans to attend The University of the SouthSwanee and major in Religion. She is the daughter of Terrell and Linda George.

Kaitlyn Boggs - Kaitlyn is ranked sixth in her class after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 98.98.

She has an ACT composite score of 29 with a 34 in English, a 23 in Math, a 31 in Reading and a 26 in Science. Kaitlyn won the Spanish award and was named Most Outstanding Colorguard member. She is a member of Cats in Action, Spanish National Honor

Society, FTA, ACT 25 and above club and Colorguard Captain. Kaitlyn plans to attend The University of Tennessee at Martin and major in Secondary Education English. She is the daughter of Robert and Kellie Boggs.

Lucy Berryman - Lucy is ranked seventh in her class after seven semesters with a 3.96 GPA and an average if 98.57. She has an ACT composite score of 28 with a 31 in English, a 25 in Math, a 32 in Reading and a 25 in Science. Lucy was selected Most Likely to Succeed and is a Health Science Completer. She is secretary of Mu Alpha Theta and a member of HOSA, Spanish National Honor Society, Cats in Action, ACT 25 and above club and SGA. Lucy plans to attend The University of North Alabama and major in Exercise Science / Athletic Training. She is the daughter of Anthony and Paige Berryman.

Jennifer Naillon - Jennifer is ranked eighth in her class after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 98.37. She has an ACT composite score of 27 with a 28 in English, a 27 in Math, a 28 in Reading and a 23 in Science. Jennifer was

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Jennifer plans to attend The University of Tennessee at Martin and major in Meteorology. She is the daughter of David and Susan Naillon.

Wynter Miller - Wynter is ranked ninth in her class after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average 98.29.

She has an ACT composite score of 22 with a 24 in English and a 26 in Reading. Wynter was selected to the All Northwest Honor Choir and selected co-captain of the basketball cheer squad. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, HOSA, FCCLA, Mu Alpha Theta, MCHS Jazzcats and a basketball cheerleader.

Wynter plans to attend Jackson State Community College and major in Nursing. She is the daughter of Regina and Jeremy Chandler.

See MCHS AWARDS, 13C

We believe that honoring students for academic excellence is one of the most important activities in McNairy County. We are proud to join hands with honored students across this great county to say congratulations and keep up the good work in the classroom.

May the ‘Lamp of Learning’ continue to shine ...

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James Martin- James is ranked tenth in his class after seven semesters with a 4.0 GPA and an average of 98.05. He has an ACT composite score of 31 with a 32 in English, a 29 in Math, a 29 in Reading and a 33 in Science. James is a member of the MCHS Hall of Fame, the Engineering Student Excel and a Engineering completer. He is a member of the Bobcats National Honor Society and the MCHS Band. James plans to attend Union University and major in Engineering. He is the son of Ron and Delma Martin.

Brandon Hancock - Brandon is a senior at McNairy Central. He has an ACT composite score of 28 with a 23 in English, 27 in Math, 30 in Reading and a 33 in Science. Brandon is an Engineering completer. He is a member of the MCHS choir, the ACT 25 and above club, chess club and the library club. Brandon plans to attend the University of Memphis and major in Foreign Language. He is the son of Jodi and William Stewart.

Rachel Worthey - Rachel is a senior at McNairy Central. She has an ACT composite score of 28 with a 31 in English, 24 in Math, 31 in Reading and a 25 in Science. Rachel is a member of the ACT 25 and above club. FBLA, Cats in Action and a member of the MCHS Band. She plans to attend Mississippi State University where she has been accepted into Shackouls Honor College and major in Business Law. Rachel is the daughter of Kim and Gregg Worthey.

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Adamsville Junior High School Sarah Shoate - Sarah is the daughter of Nathaniel and Tiffany Shoate. She is being honored for EXPLORE scores of 22 in English, 21 in Reading, and a 20 composite score. She also scored advanced on the Reading Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies subtest areas of the TCAP and has maintained a GPA of 99.50.

Seth Bishop - Seth is the son of Lee and Cheire Bishop. He is being recognized for maintaining a GPA of 98.80.

Zackary Schoonover - Zack is the son of David and Sherry Schoonover. He is being honored for EXPLORE scores of 24 in English, 21 in Math, 22 in Reading, 20 in Science, and a 22 composite score.

Zack has also maintained a GPA of 98.40.

Emily Burns - Emily is the daughter of Rob and Pam Burns. She is being recognized for EXPLORE scores of 21 in English, 21 in Math, 24 in Reading, 25 in Science, and a 23 composite score. She also scored advanced on all four subtest areas of the TCAP and has maintained a GPA of 97.80.

Ryan Sweeney - Ryan is the son of Jessica McIntosh. He is being honored for EXPLORE scores of 24 in English, 23 in Math, 24 in Reading, 24 in Science, and a 24 composite score. He also scored advanced on the Reading Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies subtest areas of the TCAP and has maintained a GPA of 97. 80.

the TCAP and has maintained a GPA of 97.40.

Hannah Russell - Hannah is the daughter of Josh and Mandy Russell. She is being honored for maintaining a GPA of 97.20.

Brooke Bernier - Brooke is the daughter of Chris and Michelle Bernier. She is being recognized for EXPLORE scores of 23 in English, 21 in Math, 22 in Science, and a 21 composite score. Brooke has also maintained a GPA of 97.00.

Madisson Walker - Madisson is the daughter of Rebecca Walker. She is being honored for maintaining a GPA of 97.00.

Angela Hager - Angela is the daughter of Theresa Hager. She is being recognized for EXPLORE scores of 20 in English, 20 in Math, 22 in Reading, and a 20 composite score. Angela has also maintained a GPA of 98.20.

Makenna Harwell - Makenna is the daughter of Scotty and Shonda Harwell. She is being recognized for maintaining a GPA of 97.60.

Megan Alexander - Megan is the daughter of Chanin Alexander. She is being recognized for maintaining a GPA of 97.00.

Braden Austin - Braden is the son of Chad and Amanda Austin. He is being honored for maintaining a GPA of 97.40.

Jonathan Nowicki - Jonathan is the son of Debroah Nowicki. He is being honored for maintaining a GPA of 97.00.

Elizabeth Fuller - Elizabeth is the daughter of Laura Keeton. She is being honored for scoring advanced on the Reading Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies subtest areas of the TCAP and maintaining a GPA of 98.00.

Caitlyn Teague - Caitlyn is the daughter of Stacey and Rhonda Teague. She is being recognized for EXPLORE scores of 21 in English, 20 in Math, 22 in Reading, 22 in Science, and a 21 composite score.

She also scored advanced on all four subtest areas of

Tristan Coleman - Tristan is the son of Crystal White. He is being recognized for EXPLORE scores of 21 in Reading, 25 in Science, and a 21 composite score.

Staff photo by Christen Coulon

The Adamsville High School 2014 Academic Award Winners are (front row) Angela Hager, Makenna Harwell, Madisson Walker, Caitlyn Teague, Emily Burns, and Hannah Russell. (Back row) Sarah Shoate, Brooke Bernier, John Nowicki, Elizabeth Fuller, Megan Alexander, Seth Bishop, Zach Schoonover, Ryan Sweeney, and Tristen Coleman. (Not Pictured) Braden Austin.

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Bethel Springs Elementary School Beau Barnes - Beau is the son of Greg and Brenda Barnes of Bethel Springs. For the EXPLORE test, he has a composite score of 22, with a 25 in English, 21 in Math, 21 in Reading and a 21 in Science.

Hunter Joyner - Hunter is the son of Lela Joyner of Bethel Springs and Jeff Joyner of Jackson. For the EXPLORE test, Hunter has a composite score of 23 with a 25 in English, 23 in Math, 21 in Reading, and a 22 in Science. He scored in the Advanced area in Math, Language Arts, Science and Social Studies on the TCAP test last year. He has a composite GPA of 99 in Math, English, Reading, Science, and Social Studies.

Brittany Nixon - Brittany is the daughter of Thomas and Melissa Montgomery of Bethel Springs. She is being recognized for a composite GPA of 99 in Math, English, Reading, Science and Social Studies.

Amber Rajaniemi - Amber is the daughter of Clinton and Veronica Rajaniemi of Selmer. Amber has a composite score of 24 on the EXPLORE test with a 25 in English, 23 in Math, 22 in Reading, and 24 in Science. She scored advanced in the areas of Math, Language Arts, Science and Social Studies in the TCAP test last year. She also has a composite GPA of 99 in Math, English, Reading, Science and Social Studies.

Catherin Reed - Catherine is the daughter of Charles and Xianzhen Reed of Bethel Springs. She is being recognized for a composite GPA of 97 in Math, English, Reading, Science, and Social Studies.

Staff photo by Christen Coulon Mayson Roach - Mayson is the daughter of Jackie and Christie Roach of Bethel Springs. Mayson has a composite score of 21 on the EXPLORE test The Bethel Springs Elementary School 2014 Academic Award Winners are (front row) Amber Rajaniemi, Mayson Roach, and Brittany Nixon. (Back row) Hunter Joyner and with a 23 in English and a 22 in Reading.

Beau Barnes. (Not Pictured) Catherin Reed.

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Michie Elementary School Addie Harvill - Addie is the daughter of Michael and Amala Harvill. Addie is being recognized this evening for her Grade Point Average which is a 97.

Amber Hutson - Amber is the daughter of Eddy and Amy Hutson. Amber is being recognized this evening for having an Explore Test score of 20.

Alec Luther - Alec is the son of Ben and Amy Luther. Alec is being recognized this evening for his Explore Test and TCAP scores. Alec scored a 22 on the Explore Test and scored advanced in Social Studies, Science, and Math on TCAP. Mackenzie Parson - Mackenzie is the daughter of Grant and Tina Parson.

Mackenzie is being recognized this evening for her Grade Point Average which is a 97.2.

Logan Smith - Logan is the son of Jamie Smith. Logan is being recognized this evening for his TCAP scores. Logan scored advanced in Social Studies, Science, and Math on TCAP.

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Michie Elementary School 2014 Academic Award Winners are (front row) Amber Hutson, Addie Harvill, and Mackenzie Parson. (Back row) Alec Luther and Logan Smith.

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Ramer Elementary School Austin Brown - Austin is the son of Tim and Tina Brown. He scored advanced in all four areas of the TCAP test: reading/language arts, math, science and social studies. Austin scored an overall score of 24 on the ACT EXPLORE test with subscores of 25 in English, 25 in math, 22 in reading, and 25 in science. Austin currently has a 99.8 GPA and is Ramer’s top male student in the eighth grade class.

Maggie Holmes - Maggie is the daughter of Wes and Dana Holmes.

She scored advanced on the reading, science, and social studies portions on the TCAP test. On the ACT EXPLORE test given this year, Maggie scored a 25 on English, 22 on Reading, and 22 on science giving her an overall score of 22. She currently has a GPA of 98.8 and has been named as the top female student for this year’s eighth grade class.

Caroline Maness - Caroline is the daughter of Joey and Bridgett Maness. She is being honored for having an overall score of 22 on the

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Grace McMahan - Grace is the daughter of Van and Christie McMahan. Grace is being honored for having an overall GPA of 98.2.

Abi Melton - Abi is the daughter of David Melton and Renea Melton.

Abi is being honored for having an overall ACT EXPLORE score of 22.

Lauryn Threlkeld - Lauryn is the daughter of Grace Threlkeld. Lauryn is being recognized for scoring advanced in three areas of the TCAP test: reading/language arts, math, and social studies. She also had an overall score of 22 on her ACT EXPLORE test.

Trevor Wilson - Trevor is the son of April Wilson. Trevor is being recognized for scoring advanced on three areas of the TCAP test: reading/ language arts, math, and social Staff photo by Christen Coulon studies. He is also being honored for Ramer Elementary School 2014 Academic Award Winners are (front row) Caroline scoring a 21 on English, 20 in Math, 20 in science and an overall score of Maness, Grace McMahan, Abi Melton, and Maggie Holmes. (Back row) Austin Brown, Lauryn Threlkeld, and Trevor Wilson.

20 on the ACT EXPLORE test.

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Selmer Middle School Ana Grace Ashe – Ana Grace is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Scotty Ashe of Selmer. Ana Grace was Advanced on TCAP in Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. On the 2013 Explore Test, Ana Grace scored a 23 in English, 21 in Science, and a Composite of 20.

Her GPA through the third quarter was a 97.4.

Layla Brothers – Layla is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Majors. On the 2013 Explore Test, Layla scored a 21 in Reading, 22 in Science, and a 20 for the Composite Score. Layla was Advanced on TCAP in the areas of Science and Social Studies.

Carly Bryant – Carly is the daughter of Ms. Julie Bryant. Carly scored a 20 on Math, 22 on Science, and 20 Composite on the 2013 Explore Test.

Wesley Ferguson – Wesley is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Ferguson. On the 2013 Explore, Wesley scored a 22 in English, 20 in Math, 22 in Science, and a 21 Composite. On the TCAP, See SMS AWARDS, 25C

Staff photo by Christen Coulon

The Selmer Middle School 2014 Academic Award Winners are (front row) Carly Bryant, Isabella Gray, Ana Grace Ashe, Raegan Sharp, and Sarah Wilson. (Back row) Lauren Waddell, Wesley Ferguson, Emily Hamm, Jamie King, Carson Kennedy, Dakota Lee, Jared Wallis and Jesse Inman. (Not pictured) Layla Brothers and Gabrielle Forsythe.

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scored above 20 in four areas on the 2013 Explore test. Jessica scored a 23 in English, 21 in Reading, 21 in Science, and 21 for the Composite. She also scored Advanced on the 2013 TCAP in the areas of Reading, Language Arts, and Social Studies.

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Wesley scored Advanced in Math.

Gabrielle Forsythe – Gabrielle is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Forsythe. Gabrielle scored a 25 in English and 20 on the Composite Explore Test.

On the 2013 TCAP, Gabrielle scored Advanced in Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.

Isabella Gray – Isabella is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brent Gray of Stantonville. Isabella scored a 22 in English, 22 in Reading, and 21 Composite for the 2013 Explore test. On TCAP Isabella scored Advanced in Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies.

Emily Hamm – Emily is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Hamm. On the 2013 Explore test, Emily scored a 23 in Math, 25 in Science, and 21 Composite.

On the TCAP Emily scored Advanced in Math and Social Studies.

Jessica Inman – Jessica is the daughter of Mrs. Vanessa Prather and Mr. Robert Inman. Jessica

Carson Kennedy – Carson is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Craig Kennedy of Selmer. Carson scored in the twenties in four areas of the Explore test. He scored a 22 in English, 25 in Math, 25 in Science, and 22 for the Composite. On the 2013 TCAP, Carson scored Advanced in the areas of Reading, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. In February of 2014 Carson was administered the ACT, in which case he scored a 24 in English, 22 in Math, 22 in Reading, 24 in Science, with an overall composite of 23.

Jamie King – Jamie is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Darryl King. On the 2013 Explore test, Jamie scored a 25 in English, 24 in Math, 21 in Science, and 22 Composite. Jamie also scored Advanced in all four areas of the TCAP: Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Her GPA through the third quarter was a 98.2.

Dakota Lee – Dakota is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Lee. For the Explore Test, Dakota scored a 25

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in English, 20 in Science, and 21 Composite. Dakota scored Advanced on TCAP Reading, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies.

Raegan Sharp – Raegan is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Sharp. Raegan scored Advanced on her 2013 TCAP in Reading, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies.

Lauren (Bailey) Waddell – Lauren is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steve McBride. On her 2013 Explore Test, Lauren scored a 20 in English, 22 in Reading, 20 in Science, and a 20 for her Composite Score. Lauren scored Advanced on the 2013 TCAP in all four areas: Math, Reading, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies.

Jared Wallis – Jared is the son of Mrs. Kassie Wallis of Selmer. On the 2013 Explore Test Jared scored 24 in English, 24 in Math, 22 in Reading, 24 in Science, and a 24 for his Composite Score. On TCAP Jared scored Advanced in Math, Science, and Social Studies.

Sarah Wilson – Sarah is the daughter of Ms. Jennifer Wilson. On her 2013 Explore Test, Sarah scored 25 in English, 22 in Reading, and 21 for her Composite Score.

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