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Vol. 38, No. 43 | Richmond Suburban News |June 15, 2022
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Morin and Taylor lead PHHS as valedictorian and salutatorian By Christina Amano Dolan Editor
W
illiam Morin has been named the Patrick Henry High School (PHHS) Class of 2022’s valedictorian with a GPA of 4.589. Luke Taylor, with a GPA of 4.582, has been recognized as the class’ salutatorian. Morin is the son of Patrick Morin and Kate Connolly. During his time at PHHS, Morin was involved with the Latin Learning Center, Model United Nations and the Latin Club. In addition to his involvement in a number of school activities, he contributed to the community in his service to Junior Assembly Cotillion. His academic journey will continue at Georgetown University.
WILLIAM MORIN Valedictorian
In light of his recognition as this year’s valedictorian, Morin took the time to thank those who contributed to his academic success. “I would like to thank my teachers, staff and friends who helped me achieve this,” he said. “I know that I would not have come this far without them.” Morin said achieving the status of valedictorian was a long-time goal of his through-
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LUKE TAYLOR Salutatorian
out his high school experience. “Valedictorian was something I set my mind on when I first arrived at Patrick Henry freshman year, and I feel an immense sense of gratitude and pride having achieved it,” he said. Taylor is the son of Lori and Steve Taylor. During his time at PHHS, Taylor held the position of see PHHS, pg. 22
CHAMPIONS X 3 By Dave Lawrence Richmond Suburban News
FREDERICKSBURG — Last year, Hanover’s baseball and softball teams reached their respective Virginia High School League Class 4 state championship games. Both suffered heartbreaking losses and had to take comfort in the old sports refrain, “Wait ’til next year!” Atlee’s boys lacrosse team has had to do the same four prior years. But not this year. All three returned to the county Saturday as their respective state champions. For more, go to The Local Sports, page 16.
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Hanover's baseball team forms a dogpile in the infield after the last out in the Hawks' 11-0 win over James Wood in the Virginia High School League Class 4 state baseball championship at Riverbend High School on June 11.
Strawberry Faire offers sweet day out in Ashland By Christina Amano Dolan Editor Over 20,000 visitors flooded the streets of RandolphMacon College (R-MC) last weekend for the return of the beloved Ashland Strawberry Faire four decades after it
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John Fisher grabs a bucket of ruby red strawberries from the Ashland Berry Farm stand.
see STRAWBERRY, pg. 3
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