Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Valedictorian: Ava Morgan
Ava Morgan has earned the honor of Valedictorian through her outstanding academic achievements and involvement in numerous extracurricular activities. A dedicated student and leader, Ava has been an active member of her school community, contributing significantly to a variety of organizations. She has served as President of the PE Leaders Club, where she organized events for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including the highly successful Friendship Games. Ava’s leadership extends to the Virtual Enterprise program, where she served as Chief Operating Officer for a company focused on sustainable animal products.
In addition to her leadership roles, Ava has consistently demonstrated academic excellence, earning high honor roll recognition throughout high school. She has also received several prestigious awards, including the Business and Leadership Award from the Rochester Institute of Technology and the NY Comptroller's Office Award for Financial and Mathematical Excellence.
Ava will be studying Accounting at SUNY Binghamton's School of Management. Her strong interest in business and finance, paired with her academic discipline, positions her for continued success as she embarks on this next chapter of her academic journey.
Salutatorian: Rachel Chen
Rachel Chen, the Class of 2025 Salutatorian, is equally accomplished, with a diverse range of interests and talents. She has made significant contributions to her school, particularly through her leadership in the FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics team, where she served as Captain and Head Programmer. Rachel’s passion for STEM has extended beyond robotics; she has also been deeply involved in music, serving as President of the Band Council and performing in various ensembles, including the All-County Concert Band and the Pit Orchestra.
Rachel’s leadership shines through in her role as General Chair of the Model Congress team, where she successfully organized and led events that brought together students from across the region. She has been recognized for her academic excellence as an AP Scholar with Distinction and a National Merit Finalist, among many other honors.
Rachel will be attending Stanford University in the fall, where she plans to study Mechanical Engineering. Her dedication to academics, leadership in extracurriculars, and passion for empowering others make her an exceptional role model for her peers.
