April 12, 2003
Governor Bush And Lt. Governor Jennings Announce 2003 High School All-Stars
Students honored for academic success, service and leadership.
Governor Jeb Bush today announced the 2003 winners of the Governor’s High School All-Stars program. The Governor’s High School All-Stars are announced annually naming exemplary students in Florida’s public schools.
“These students have achieved a lot at such a young age. Besides their academic success, the High School All-Stars have done incredible things, providing service to others and as leaders in their communities,” said Governor Bush. “I encourage all students to follow the path that these All-Stars have chosen. They serve as role models in their schools and truly make this state shine.”
The All-Stars program, now in its fourth year, honors one high school junior from each school district throughout Florida. The students are selected as the Governor’s All-Stars for demonstrating leadership qualities and academic excellence: 1) academic success - at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale, 2) good behavior - discipline record consistent with good deportment, 3) leadership skills - participation in extra-curricular activities such as athletics, enrichment programs, and school clubs and 4) service to the community - volunteerism, mentoring and other civic activities. A panel comprised of at least one teacher, one administrator, one parent, one community member and two high school seniors select the high school juniors who best reflect the criteria of the All-Stars.
“It is great to see these students being rewarded for all their hard work and service during their time in high school,” said Lt. Governor Toni Jennings. “The Governor’s High School All-Stars show a good example of ambition and character that is needed for success. Governor Bush and I commend these students for their contributions to their communities and schools.”
Earlier today, Lt. Governor Jennings spoke to the All-Star students about leadership. Governor Bush hosted a luncheon at the Governor’s Mansion, which was followed by a roundtable discussion. The students also toured the Capitol, visited the House chambers and received a signed photo of the Governor and an award certificate.
The Governor’s All-Stars are:
Florida County - All-Star
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Alachua County County - Brandon Fulton
Baker County County - Sara Beth Gerard
Bay County County - Taryn K. Olsen
Bradford County County - Andrew McRae
Brevard County - James Linkous
Broward County - David Aaron Solomon
Calhoun County - Lori Goodman
Charlotte County - Lindsey Griffin
Citrus County - Paul Morrow
Clay County - Sarah E. Wrigley
Collier County - Kristen Etzel
Columbia County - Laquita Shanette Griffin
DeSoto County - Jennifer Ashley Allen
Dixie County - Franklin Gene VanAernam
Duval County - Seth Mollitt
Escambia County - Elizabeth Ann Dunn
Flagler County - Elizabeth Hahn Hillaker
Franklin County - Matthew Conlan
Gadsden County - Marnecia Chandler
Gilchrist County - Mai-Vi Callahan
Glades County - Bonnie Pell
Gulf County - Rachel Bixler
Hamilton County - Odessa Wright
Hardee County - Amanda Benbow
Hendry County - Alyssa Cameron
Hernando County - Stephanie Eve Owen
Highlands County - Erica Redmond
Hillsborough County - Richard Scott Eason
Holmes County - Timra Clemmons
Indian River County - Kimberley Maxwell
Jackson County - Meredith Ashley Henry
Jefferson County - Christopher Reichert
Lafayette County - Ashley Jackson
Lake County - Kyle Contini
Lee County - Teresa Mitzel
Leon County - Holly Grulich
Levy County - Noelle Norris
Liberty County - Laura K. Wahlquist
Madison County - Brittni Seabrooks
Manatee County - Jackie Bolen
Marion County - Aisha Jamila Shaheed
Martin County - Jessilyn Thiboult
Miami-Dade County - Alexandra Matzner
Monroe County - Kristina Fowler
Nassau County - Joshua Murphy
Okaloosa County - Adam P. Grizzle
Okeechobee County - Stephen Mehanni
Orange County - Lauren Wickboldt
Osceola County - Kelly Ann Jeck
Palm Beach County - Jared B. McDaniel
Pasco County - Lauren Sommer
Pinellas County - Christina Lagos
Polk County - Nidhi Avashia
Putnam County - Jaime L. Winskie
Santa Rosa County - Claudia DeVane
Sarasota County - Jennifer Post
Seminole County - Rachel Zelkowitz
St. Johns County - Ashley Haliko
St. Lucie County - Michael Fowler
Sumter County - Danielle Beville
Suwannee County - Garrett Hunter Brown
Taylor County - Kristin Morgan
Union County - Megan Giebeig
Volusia County - Danielle Lowenstein
Wakulla County - Eli Busen
Walton County - Kirti V. Patel
Washington County - Alaina Pitts
