Grant Career Center is proud to recognize 31 students who have been selected as Outstanding Students for the first quarter of the 2026–2027 school year. These students were nominated by their teachers for demonstrating exceptional dedication, positive attitudes, strong work ethics, and meaningful contributions in both their academic classrooms and career-technical labs.
The Outstanding Student recognition celebrates students who consistently go above and beyond, demonstrate leadership, and serve as positive examples for their classmates. Whether mastering new technical skills, supporting their peers, or approaching challenges with determination, these students embody Grant Career Center's motto, "Choose to be Great!"
First Quarter Outstanding Students
Congratulations to the following students on this well-deserved recognition:
Olivia Calvert
Emma Schuler
Bryce Bogli
Ashton Hurley
Jacob Lawson
Colton Pauley
Benjamin Strunk
Emilie Russell
Nevaeh Waddle
Ruby Stricker
Anthony Long
Dylan McCormick
Toby Ragland
Easton Jennings
Ashton Williams
Montana Aranyos
Ella Allen
Alexis Harless
Chance Simpson
Kylee Catron
Thomas Gipson-Zieger
Cody Halliburton
Maxwell Houser
Shyla Bechtel
Walker Denton
Gunner Troxell
Oliver Burns
Skylor Lacey
Jayelin Clark
Joshua Herron
Jonah Morris
A Special Celebration
To honor their accomplishments, the Outstanding Students have been invited to a special recognition lunch on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in The Gallery Restaurant at Grant Career Center.
Lunch will be provided by Snappy's Pizza of Batavia, helping make the celebration a memorable experience for these deserving students.
Grant Career Center appreciates the continued support of local businesses like Snappy's Pizza, whose generosity helps us recognize and celebrate student success.
Choosing to Be Great Every Day
At Grant Career Center, student success is about more than grades and technical skills. It is also about developing the character, responsibility, teamwork, and determination necessary to succeed in the workforce and beyond.
These 31 students have demonstrated the qualities that make Grant Nation special. Their commitment to excellence, willingness to learn, and positive contributions to our school community set an example for their fellow students.
Congratulations to all of our First Quarter Outstanding Students! Thank you for representing Grant Career Center with pride and showing what it truly means to Choose to be Great!
