Motivational Stories

Enjoying the view from the top of the class
The Athens Banner-Herald presents the area valedictorians and salutatorians of the Class of 2009. We think you'll find these individuals are worthy of celebration during this season of high school commencements.

Kathy Rohs: Students' stories inspirational
I don't know enough about the Georgia High School Graduation Test to voice an opinion on its validity or fairness, but I would like to congratulate and applaud Clarke Central High School senior Paris Allen for his determination and hard work the last 12 years in his quest to graduate from high school, even though he will not be able to do so after failing to pass the test (Story, "Despite his 3.0 GPA, senior can't graduate," Sunday). I further congratulate him on not giving up but rather enrolling in summer classes at Faith Academy in Loganville to finish his degree.