The value of a well-rounded education was proven once again in the 2022-23 school year with the announcement of this year’s Kansas Governor’s Scholars.
Locally, Iola High’s Jesse Taylor, Humboldt High’s Maddox Johnson, Marmaton Valley High’s Mallory Heim and Crest High’s Trevor Church were listed among the honorees.
The recognition goes to the top academic 1% of Kansas high school seniors.
“These high school seniors have shown dedication in their studies and a commitment to learning,” Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced in a press release. “They’ve earned this honor, and I want to congratulate them on this achievement. We also should recognize their families, teachers, and mentors for helping these outstanding students achieve their academic goals.”
Of note, nearly all of this year’s 529 Governor’s Scholars statewide — 97% — were involved in some form of extracurricular or athletic endeavor on top of their studies, according to the press release. More than two-thirds did both athletic and non-athletic activities.
