LAKEWOOD, Ohio — Lakewood High School recently congratulated seniors Ceci Whiteamire, Adele Wentzel, Zach Carnovale, Alessio Matera and Cora Barcelona for being named semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship competition.
“The success of our semifinalists highlights not only their hard work, but also the collective support of their teachers, families and peers,” Lakewood High School Principal Joy Morgan said. “It’s a proud moment for the entire Lakewood community.
“These semifinalists show that Lakewood students can and do excel at the highest levels nationally. They’re an inspiration to their classmates and a point of pride for our district and community.”
The incredible honor places them among the top 1% of U.S. high school seniors, recognized for their outstanding PSAT performance as juniors.
Out of more than 1.3 million students nationwide, only 16,000 earned the prestigious distinction.
Lakewood High School also has a Commended Student in Abby Peck.
Fairview Park’s annual Touch-A-Truck: Honk, beep and explore!
It’s time for Fairview Park’s annual and free Touch-A-Truck, which takes place from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 4 at McGowan Insurance.
The fun affair is perfect for both future firefighters and police officers, as well as those kids who love big trucks.
Attendees can check out big trucks, emergency vehicles and equipment.
Food trucks will be present with a sensory hour booked from 10 to 10:30 a.m. with no sirens, horns, or lights for a quieter experience.
Stormwater Run-Off: Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District’s (SWCD) is hosting its 2nd annual Stormwater Run-Off on Oct. 5 at Clark Field Park (Tremont Park and Clark Avenue).
This is a 5K and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk to celebrate Stormwater Awareness Week and help support their Conservation Action Grant and Scholarship Fund.
Registration is required.
Information, please: Readers are invited to share information about themselves, their families and friends, organizations, church events, etc. in Fairview Park, Lakewood, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, Olmsted Township and West Park for the A Place in the Sun column, which I write on a freelance basis. Awards, honors, milestone birthdays or anniversaries and other items are welcome. Submit information at least 10 days before the requested publication date to ndiffrence@att.net.
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