Brooks named to Shenandoah University’s President’s List

New Kent resident James Brooks was named to the President’s List at Shenandoah University for the Spring 2021 semester. In order to accumulate the honor, a student must obtain a grade-point average of 3.90 or better while taking at least 12 credit hours in coursework.

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Locals recognized for academic honors by James Madison University

Several local students were recognized for their academic achievement at James Madison University for the Spring 2021 semester. Marisa Turner of New Kent was named to the President’s List. In order to be recognized for the accomplishment, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.9 or better while taking at least 12 credit hours. Fifteen others were recognized on James Madison University’s Dean’s List. In order to make that list, a student must earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while taking at least 12 credit hours. Honorees are Larsen Stewart, Jacob Mattson, Camden Key, and Jada Cotman,…
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Resilient, resourceful Charles City High School Class of 2021 celebrates milestone

The message from several speakers at Charles City High School’s graduation Saturday morning echoed the same pathway; resilience, relentlessness, and resourcefulness. Forty-two graduates of the Class of 2021 were recognized during commencement ceremonies at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. After a welcome by Senior Kiana Ghee, Class Salutatorian Delaney Narron thanked her family, classmates, and friends for support before delivering her message. “This year was rough, and we missed out on several events,” she said. “We had no homecoming, no prom, and we sat behind a screen for most of the year. “But this year, we have had a lot…
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Charles City High School Class of 2021 Valedictorian- Alexis Williams

Alexis Williams posted a grade-point average of 4.2 as valedictorian for Charles City High School’s Class of 2021. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Key Club, FBLA, Principal’s Council, Delta GEMS, principal’s list, perfect attendance list, Charles City High School Marching Band, girls’ volleyball team, girls’ basketball team, girls’ indoor and outdoor track and field team, Scholastic Bowl team, first state champion in a sport since 2000, and serves as the class president. Alexis will be attending Howard University where she plans to student sports and health sciences. She is the daughter of LaTonya Williams.

Charles City High School Class of 2021 Salutatorian- Delaney Narron

Delaney Narron is salutatorian of Charles City High School’s Class of 2021 with a grade-point average of 4.14. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Principal’s Council, Charles City High School Marching Panthers Band, and was captain of the Scholastic Bowl team, leading them to the school’s first regional championship in any activity since 2013. Delaney plans to attend Mary Baldwin University and pursue a degree in criminology. She is the daughter of Candace and Raymond Narron.

Charles City High School Scholarships and Awards 2021

Cameron Banks- GRASP Last Dollar, Joseph Henry Jones Sr. and Vernell W. Jones, VSU Presidential, Class of 1967 Janet C. Crawley, The 1963 Class of Ruthville High School, Ruthville High School Alumni Association, W.O. Whitehead Memorial. Keondre Barnes- Methodist University Academic. Brianna Charity- Sheriff Javier Smith Memorial. Kameron Johnson- 74th District. Thomas Ortman- ECMC College Night. Abigail Peterson- Sheriff Javier Smith Memorial, Joseph Henry Jones Sr. and Vernell W. Jones. Keenan Stewart- Full Scholarship to College of William and Mary. Alexis Williams- The Henrico Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Main, The Henrico Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma…
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Charles City High School Class of 2021

Iman Abood Cameron Banks Keondre Barnes Alexa Bates Brianna Charity Dennis Crawley Kevante Crewe Taliyah Crewe Robert Englehart Raymond Fetter Kiana Ghee Ricky Greene Kameron Johnson Elijah Jones Rashad Lee Zahria Lewis Christopher Lowe Damien Mimms Krystal Moody Delaney Narron Joseph Nickerson Thomas Ortman Christopher Pearce Abigail Peterson Elias Pryor Shamar Robinson Jaleil Rolland Grace Silva D’Angelo Smith Lyric Smith Rachel Smith Keenan Stewart Gordon Templin David Todd Kobie Trull Dorien Tyler Diamond Washington Hannah Watson Alexis Williams Ja’Moray Williams Rashad Williams Alyssa Willis

New Kent High School Class of 2021 overcomes challenges to remain #NewKentStrong

Different venue. Different circumstances. Yet, still #NewKentStrong. Supporters of 214 graduates of New Kent High School’s Class of 2021 gathered inside of the high school’s gymnasium during Friday night’s commencement ceremony. New Kent High School Principal Christopher Valdrighi opening remarks emphasized the importance of the night for the graduating seniors. “It’s not just for you, it’s about them and your supporters,” he told the Class of 2021. “Each and everyone in here has invested time, resources, love, and leadership for you to get to where you are today.” Senior Class President Wade Grubbs recollected the times with his fellow classmates,…
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New Kent High School Class of 2021 Valedictorian- Isaac Barber

Isaac Barber posted a grade-point average of 4.8 as valedictorian for New Kent High School’s Class of 2021. He attended the Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School. He was a member of New Kent High School’s track team, soccer team, golf team, and also participated in club soccer. Isaac will be attending Washington and Lee University where he will study either mathematics or science while continuing his career as a member of the track and field team. He is the son of Ross and Sarah Grier Barber.