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Simsbury Board honors state soccer champions and names student a U.S. Presidential Scholar
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Summary
The board recognized the SHS boys soccer team for a state championship won on penalty kicks and celebrated Eli Gold, a recent graduate, as a 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar for academic and musical achievements.
The Simsbury Board of Education opened its meeting by recognizing the high school boys soccer team for winning the state championship and by honoring Eli Gold, a recent graduate who was named a 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar.
Board members read a prepared statement from Superintendent Curtis praising the coaches and team for community pride and leadership. The statement recounted the championship game's comeback, overtime and eventual victory "on penalty kicks." Coaches and players thanked school staff, including Principal Bridal and Athletic Director Heather Golden, for their support.
Principal Sydell introduced Eli Gold and described the rigorous, invitation-only selection process for the Presidential Scholars program, citing Eli's combination of academic and artistic accomplishments. Presenters noted Eli's national musical honors and reported that he completed 20 AP exams with top scores; family and staff were invited to join for a recognition photo.
The board celebrated both the athletic and academic achievements as examples of the district's extracurricular and instructional strengths.
