Top 2 in graduating classes honored at awards banquet

Michael Hardy named Callaway High School’s Valedictorian - LaGrange Daily News

When Michael Hardy learned he had earned the title of valedictorian, he was both surprised and honored. “It was a little surprising,” Hardy said, “but feels pretty good to be up there with two good friends.” His parents were extremely proud, having watched Michael work so hard for this since fifth grade. Throughout high school, Hardy found one of his greatest inspirations in the classroom of Melissa Stanley, his AP Calculus teacher. “I was alrea…

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Top 2 in graduating classes honored at awards banquet

The valedictorian and salutatorian at each of Wood County’s 10 public schools were honored at the Wood County Education Service Center’s 30th annual Achievement of Excellence Awards in April. The event showcased the bonds between each district’s top two students and teachers. To introduce them, each student picked a teacher that made an impact on their life, whether in school or in the community. During the awards in Penta Career Center’s audito…