SENIOR RECEIVES NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM’S BILLY MICHAL AWARD
Sawyer Herring, an incoming senior at Walker High School has been named the Louisiana winner for the National WWII Museum’s prestigious Billy Michal Award. This award is given to one student from each state for their American spirit in terms of leadership, teamwork, service, and perseverance. Sawyer serves as a junior docent at the LSU Rural Life Museum, a member of the Louisiana State 4-H Citizenship Board, an active leader of Senior Beta, and he is an avid artist and wood carving enthusiast. Throughout high school, Sawyer has served as a camp counselor and junior artisan of blacksmithing at an 1800s museum, helped create and implement a statewide adolescent mental health retreat, worked on an annual veterans appreciation art project, and volunteered at soup kitchens and homeless shelters throughout the state of Louisiana.
Two students from St. Joseph’s Academy, Claire Bodin, a sophomore, and Lola Avery, a junior, have earned a coveted spot in the 2024 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). Held in Los Angeles, ISEF stands as the largest pre- college STEM competition worldwide. Amongst participants representing over 75 countries, Claire and Lola showcased their scientific prowess, underscoring their exceptional talent and dedication. SJA STUDENTS EARN SPOT IN SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR
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