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Mount Mercy Academy honors local students

Catherine Roth
Mary Barnes

BUFFALO — Mount Mercy Academy had its annual fourth quarter honors assembly last week. Students were recognized for their contributions to the music department and other school organizations. Highlighting the assembly was the announcements by the guidance department of the members of the junior class who were awarded scholarships to specific colleges and national organizations. The students will be awarded a scholarship to that college, contingent on the student’s attendance at that school. Nominations are based on numerous factors, such as academic achievements, leadership qualities, community involvement and standardized test scores, as well as faculty recommendations.

Wells College in Aurora, New York awards its 21st Century Leadership Award to a student who embodies the spirit of sincerity and intellectual qualities of a strong leader in her school and community activities. Catherine Roth of Fredonia has demonstrated superior integrity, trustworthiness, self-confidence and intellect, while possessing the characteristics of the highest form of ethical leadership.

Mary Barnes of Fredonia was given the University of Rochester’s Xerox Award for Innovative and Information Technology. The award is presented in recognition of outstanding achievement in the pursuit of innovative approaches and an appreciation for the possibilities of technology.

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