OVHS announces 2025 Governor's Work Ethic Certificate recipients

Spencer-Owen Community Schools is thrilled to share that 27 of our outstanding seniors have met the rigorous requirements to earn the Governor's Work Ethic Certificate (GWEC), which is a prestigious recognition of their dedication to employability skills, academic achievement and a minimum of six hours of community service.The GWEC is a statewide, employer-recognized certification designed to prepare students for success in college, careers, and beyond. Recipients have demonstrated excellence in persistence, respectfulness, teamwork, initiative and efficiency, while also meeting high standards for attendance (98%+), academic performance (2.0 GPA+) and behavior (1 or fewer referrals).

Congratulations to the following students for this remarkable achievement:

• Calvin Dean
  
  
• Anya DeFord
  
  
• Skylar Dill
  
  
• Elliza Gentry
  
  
• Kalyn Greene
  
  
• Catie Harris
  
  
• Allyson Heidrich
  
  
• Trizza Jover
  
  
• Sawyer LaGrange
  
  
• Lucas McBee
  
  
• Eli McDaniel
  
  
• Rheann McMillen
  
  
• Makayla Nichols
  
  
• Vishwa Patel
  
  
• Alyeska Ranard
  
  
• Ezra Rehmel
  
  
• Kearston Roan
  
  
• Rylan Robinson
  
  
• Anna Sare
  
  
• Kennedy Shay
  
  
• Landon Summerlot
  
  
• Julia Sutton
  
  
• Ashlin Thacker
  
  
• Emily Tucker
  
  
• Josimar Trejo
  
  
• Maddex Weaver

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To celebrate their success, these students will be featured on a billboard across from OVHS in mid-April for 12 weeks. We extend a special thanks to our friends at the Owen County Community Foundation for generously providing the grant to cover the billboard cost.Patriot Pride is on full display with this incredible group of seniors. Their hard work and dedication exemplify the values of Owen Valley High School and the bright future they have ahead.