See Narragansett-South Kingstown Students Who Won Leadership Awards

NARRAGANSETT-SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI — Six students from three high schools in Narragansett and South Kingstown were among the 137 Rhode Island students honored at the 2022 Civic Leadership Awards earlier this month.

These awards are given annually to recognize high school students who have made outstanding contributions to their schools and communities over the past year. The Civic Leadership Awards were presented to students during a ceremony at the Rhode Island State House on May 13.

"This year's Civic Leadership Awards are a terrific opportunity to recognize Rhode Island’s young leaders," said Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea. "Their spirit of civic engagement and demonstrated leadership are more proof that the future of our state is bright indeed. Congratulations to all of this year’s award winners and keep up the great work!"

Each year, high schools across Rhode Island are invited to nominate two students in the junior class who best meet the ideals of the Civic Leadership Award. Ideals include public service, leadership ability and academic achievement. This year, Gorbea received nominations from 70 schools across Rhode Island.

The winners from Narragansett and South Kingstown schools were:

Narragansett High School

• Anna Hart
• Harrison Quilliam

South Kingstown High School

• Alexander Grandidge
• Madison Stewart

The Prout School

• Gabriella Grandidge
• Blake Sykes.