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Paige Holgate Receives Top Science Award
Rockwood Summit High School junior is recognized for distinguished achievement and excellence in science
Name: Paige Holgate
School: Rockwood Summit High School
Accomplishments: Honored as a top science student in the area
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Key to Awesomeness: Paige was among 36 future scientists, engineers and doctors who were honored last week by the University of Missouri–St. Louis’ College of Arts and Sciences. The high school juniors received a Distinguished Achievement Award for Excellence in Science.
Students, their parents and teachers were treated to dinner, a performance by the Dickson String Quartet and various speakers prior to receiving their awards.
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“Accomplishments in the STEM disciplines represent an essential component for America’s future,” said Ron Yasbin, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. "By honoring students who have demonstrated truly outstanding capabilities in the sciences we are helping to reinforce the importance of these areas of study and research.”
STEM refers to the areas of science, technology, engineering and math.
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