The Kewaunee High School received some exciting news last week about two of our senior scholars. Ellie Delebreau and Ashley Petrina were informed that they are state-level finalists in their prospective categories for the National US Presidential Scholars Program. Both girls received a letter from State Superintendent Jill Underly congratulating them on their accomplishment and encouraging them to apply nationally, which is the last step in the process to receive national recognition for their outstanding achievements.
Ellie earned the distinction of being one of five state finalists in Category 4: By gaining technical competence and accomplishment in career and technical education. She is very involved at the state FCCLA level, serving as the State President of the Wisconsin Family Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Executive Council. She also serves as a senior class officer, President of Student Council, and is a member of National Honor Society. Ellie is also a Youth Apprentice in the Marketing department for InitiviateOne, a leadership training institute located in Green Bay.
Ashley is one of twenty-five state finalists in Category 3: By nomination of the state superintendent for outstanding scholarship while overcoming hurdles or challenges. She is involved in many things, such as the Bigs/Littles program, academic tutoring, Math Team, and the National Honor Society. Ashley is a member of the jazz band and performs in school plays and musicals. Ashley also volunteers for Hand-n-Hand of Northeastern Wisconsin, Inc.
The Kewaunee School District congratulates these two amazing students on their accomplishments and wish them all the best with their pursuit of winning this prestigious award. Your positive representation of our school district is very much appreciated! #KEWAUNEEPROUD