Announcing Gould Academy’s Class of 2025 Valedictorian & Salutatorian!
Please join us in celebrating two remarkable scholars whose hard work, curiosity, and love of learning have earned them top honors.
👏 Valedictorian: Nahom Abatenah 👏 Salutatorian: Lucas Barstow
Ben Kamilewicz, Dean of Academics, shared: "These achievements are not won in the moment, but represent a steadfast commitment day after day, year after year to the pursuit of knowledge and academic excellence. And to do this, these two have had to be grounded in and motivated by the joy of learning and all the wonder it brings."
From early mornings in class to late nights filled with ideas and determination, Nahom and Lucas have shown what’s possible when learning is fueled by joy. Here’s to big dreams, bold steps, and bright futures ahead!