Indianapolis Recorder, Indianapolis, Marion County, 21 June 2002 — Page 7

FRIDAY, JUNE 21,2002

THE INDIANAPOLIS RECORDER

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IPS high school valedictorians

The 12 years of math and English, music and art, science and social studies paid off this month as hundreds of seniors graduated from the five Indianapolis Public Schools traditional high schools as well as Day Adult High School and the GED program. These students have prepared themselves for life by becoming well-rounded individuals who have expanded their knowledge by meeting the academic standards, kept physically fit by participating in sports and developed a social conscience through community service. The most important mission of any school district is to provide all students with the opportunity to excel. The following students, all valedictorians at one of the five traditional high schools, took full advantage of many opportunities available in IPS. ARLINGTON Le’Joy White, 17, graduated

with a GPA of 7.7 and expects to attend Indiana UniversityBloomington, where she hopes to major in business. During her years at Arlington, she has participated in Key Club, National Honor Society, Urban League’s National Achievers Society, golf, bowling and Student Council, for which she served as class treasurer. In addition, she served on the IPS Capital Improvements Program’s Yellow Ribbon Task Force. Le’Joy’s efforts have earned her a Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship and Hoosier Scholarship. ARSENAL TECHNICAL Brenda Sharyce McLaurine, 18, graduated with a GPA of 8.0 and expects to attend Purdue University, where she hopes to major in pharmacy. During her years at Tech, she has participated in National Honor Society, the Technicians show choir and served as captain of the cheerleading team and co-president of the Techoir

conceit choir. Brenda’seffortshave earned her Purdue’s Valedictorian and special scholarships. Tech Alumni Scholarship and Hoosier Scholarship. BROAD RIPPLE Kevin O’Donnell, 18, graduated with a GPA of 7.% and expects to attend Michigan State University. His major is undecided, but he is considering packaging, a rigorous interdisciplinary major made up of business, engineering, advertising and graphic arts. During his years at Broad Ripple, he has participated in National Honor Society, Brain Game, Academic Super Bowl, baseball (in which he has achieved a .450 batting average) and football. He was named an Indianapolis Colts Academic All-Star. Kevin’s efforts have earned him the Honors College and Valedictorian Award scholarships from Michigan State and the Shortridge Alpheus Snow Award. EMMERICH MANUAL Kathryn Linville, 17, gradu-

ated with a GPA of 8.0 and expects to attend the University of Evansville. Her major is undecided. During her years at Manual, she has participated in National Honor Society, Leadership Club, volleyball, tennis and softball. Kathryn’s efforts have earned her a University of Evansville Trustee Scholarship, a USA Funds Scholarship, a John H. Holliday Scholarship and a Hoosier Scholarship. NORTHWEST Nicholas Lewis, 17, graduated with a GPA of 8.0 and expects to attend IUPUI or Rose Hulman, where he plans to major in computer science. During his years at Northwest, he participated in National Honor Society, Academic Team and Business Professionals of America and served as captain of the varsity wrestling team. Nicholas’ efforts have earned him the Tri Epsilon, Union Federal Bank Perfect Attendance, Indianapolis Foundation and Pepsi-Cola Perfect Attendance scholarships.

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Martin U. *s Rev. Hardin shaves beard, becomes ‘younger Frederick Douglass*

Rev. Boniface Hardin, the founding president of Martin University, has long been recognized for bearing a striking resemblance to the older Frederick Douglass — that is, until a few days ago when he shaved off his beard and mustache. At this year’s 11th annual Frederick Douglass program, to be held on Friday, Aug. 9, on the exact date 25 years ago that Martin University was founded, Hardin will portray the “younger” Douglass who also was unshorn in his earlier years. Hardin, who had his beard and mustache for 32 years, will be seen without his trademark facial hair for the first time by many in the Indianapolis area. Why did he shave it off after more than three decades? “It was in honor of my mother, who always wanted me to shave it off,” he said.

2 IPS students win national African-American History Challenge

Rufus Bud Myers congratulates Tashianna Avery and Mahogany Williams on their national win. (photo/C. Guynn)

Special to The Recorder The Indianapolis Housing Agency announced that Tashianna Avery and Mahogany Williams recently won the national AfricanAmerican History Challenge held in Orlando, Fla. The event took place June 5-10. IH A’s youth competed in the Junior Division. Avery attends Shortridge Middle School. Williams is a student at Coleman Middle School. Before heading to Orlando, both participants competed in the local fifth annual African-American History Challenge sponsored by the 100 Black Men of Indianapolis. This educational event encourages youth to learn more about African Americans. Melissa Flagg, IH A employee and resident, ensured that the children

had transportation to Saturday morning practice sessions. Her guidance encouraged Avery and Williams to give their best effort at all times. Achebe Turner also helped the youth through study sessions in preparation for the Florida trip. Pat Payne, IPS Office of Multicultural Education, and Carl Darden of 100 Black Men serve as co-chairs of the event. “We are extremely proud of Tashianna and Mahogany,” said Rufus Bud Myers, IHA executive director. “Weapplaudtheirdiligence and commitment to embrace Afri-can-American history. All of the winners set out to accomplish a goal and their hard work is paying off. I wish them nothing but the best.” IHA hosted a reception for Avery and Williams June 11 at Blackburn Terrace’s Community Center.

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