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Last week, we celebrated the 17th graduating class from , which is ranked among the best schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. It also is the only high school in Florida to achieve a 100% graduation rate for five years straight!

We are very proud of the Class of 2022 for earning many great accomplishments during their high school years. One graduate, Kate Maier, made history by becoming one of the first Barry M. Goldwater Scholars at ¹ú²ú×ÔÅÄ. Julianna Lian and Vivek Sreejithkumar also earned national recognition for their exceptional scholarship as semifinalists in the prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Additionally, 56 impressive ¹ú²ú×ÔÅÄ High graduates were honored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for their extraordinary academic achievement and performance on the PSAT and SAT tests.

As the inaugural class for ¹ú²ú×ÔÅÄ’s partnership with the Max Planck Academy, the Class of 2022 serves as an incredible example for this groundbreaking program as it sets new standards for STEM education in America. At their first Senior Symposium, 23 students presented innovative research projects that aim to contribute a positive impact on a global scale. Throughout their high school careers, the class delivered 422 presentations and received 231 research grants totaling more than $230,000.

During the University’s spring commencement ceremonies, eight members of the class received bachelor’s degrees one week before their high school diplomas! These remarkable young scholars majored in biological and physical sciences, criminal justice, English, political science and psychology. In the upcoming summer and fall semesters, approximately 70% of the class will continue their education at ¹ú²ú×ÔÅÄ and are expected to complete their bachelor’s degrees within one year.

Through their many successes at ¹ú²ú×ÔÅÄ High School and the University, these graduates have shown high ability, great self-discipline and wisdom beyond their ages. As they embark on new academic journeys and careers, I look forward to hearing about all their future achievements.

Congratulations, Class of 2022! We are very proud of you!