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Student representative: Grand Island Academy of Finance earned ‘model level’ recognition for 2025
Summary
Student representative Sienna Sarkees told the board the high school’s Academy of Finance reached a model level designation for 2025 based on assessment scores; the board congratulated students and discussed DECA competition pathways.
Student representative Sienna Sarkees told the board that the Academy of Finance at Grand Island High School requires students to take business classes each year and prepares them for finance and adult responsibilities. She said the program attained a model-level designation for 2025 based on assessment scores, an honor the board described as a reflection of student and teacher work.
Board members congratulated Sienna and discussed how the recognition could tie to DECA competition opportunities and potential qualification for state or national contests. The superintendent and other board members praised students and staff for their work in the program.
Ending: The board invited Sienna to be photographed with the board for a banner and encouraged community attendance at upcoming competitions and DECA events.
