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Maharishi School student recognized by Governor Culver for academic excellence Sophia Blitz, a student at Maharishi School, was recognized by Governor Chet Culver for outstanding academic achievement at the eighth annual Governor’s Scholar Recognition Ceremony April 25 at Hy-Vee Hall in Des Moines, Iowa, USA. The statewide program, sponsored by the Iowa Governor’s Office, Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and its title sponsor the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF), honored more than 400 high school seniors from throughout Iowa. The 2010 Teacher of the Year Sarah Wessling, a teacher at Johnston School, was also recognized for her significant accomplishment. “Iowa Farm Bureau members believe that by investing in our youth and communities, we’re investing in the future of Iowa,” said IFBF President Craig Lang. “We are so proud to honor such exceptional students and proud to be a leading contributor to educational programs and annual scholarships for our youth.” Each high school was invited to select the senior student or students, depending on the size of the school, possessing the highest academic ranking based on grade point average for their first seven semesters. Students selected for the award also had the opportunity to recognize their favorite/most influential teacher and will receive a photo plaque of their meeting with Governor Culver. "The values learned through academic success, like those learned from participation in activities, help develop outstanding leaders for today and the future," said IHSAA Executive Director Rick Wulkow. "The partnership between the IHSAA and the Iowa Farm Bureau, along with the cooperation of the Governor’s office has made this prestigious event possible." Ninety-nine percent of those recognized also participate in school activities with 88 percent participating in at least one interscholastic sport. Fifty-eight percent of the group plan to continue their education in Iowa. © Copyright 2010 Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment
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