The Charles County Board of Education honored five students at its Oct. 13 meeting, from a fourth-grader to a high school senior who plans to earn a doctorate in astrophysics, Charles County Public Schools announced.
The board recognizes students during the school year for academic achievement, personal responsibility and career readiness. Each student’s principal spoke about them.
Leroy-Emmanuel Neba, a fourth-grader at the F.B. Gwynn Educational Center, was recognized for academic achievement. Principal Todd Wonderling cited his gains in reading and math and his sustained behavior and achievement.
Brandon Dent, a fifth-grader at J.P. Ryon Elementary School, was also recognized for academic achievement. Principal Nicholas Adam described an honor roll student who is strong in math and stands out for his attitude and leadership.
Elyse Larmore, a fifth-grader at William A. Diggs Elementary School, was praised by Principal Ben Harrington for her work in gifted math, her strong reading and her responsible, kind behavior.
Desiree Hancock, an eighth-grader at Glymont Middle School, was honored for personal responsibility. Principal Orlena Whatley, Ed.D., noted that Hancock earns high honors and principal’s honors and is active in clubs and service at the school.
Maria Nazir, a senior at Thomas Stone High School, was recognized for career readiness. Principal Shanif Pearl said Nazir has a 4.57 weighted grade point average and has taken several Advanced Placement courses. She plans to pursue a doctorate in astrophysics.
The board also honored staff members at the same meeting.
