Local Students Recognized at Academic Excellence luncheon

Students raising hands while teacher asking them questions in classroom

The Class of 2024’s best and brightest students were recognized recently at the 34th Annual Academic Excellence Recognition luncheon.

Governor Kristi Noem’s office, Lieutenant Governor Larry Rhoden and the Associated School Boards of South Dakota (ASBSD) honored students who were identified as the top one percent of their senior class, from the state’s Public, Private and Tribal/BIE schools on Monday (4/29).

Students designated as their high school’s honoree(s) received a certificate, signed by the Governor, a commemorative South Dakota pin and the opportunity to meet and have their photo taken with Lieutenant Governor Rhoden.

Some Local Students that received honors were Danny Cao from Madison High School, Faith Genzlinger from Howard High School, and Tanner Reed from Flandreau High School.