January 14, 2022
Gray Stone Day students earn national recognition
By Staff Writers
Gray Stone Day School
Ethan Wilkins and Jacqueline Steenwyk
Two Gray Stone Day School students have been selected by The National College Board for the National Rural and Small Town Recognition Award.
Jacqueline Steenwyk and Ethan Wilkins, both seniors, earned this recognition based on their academic achievements in school and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10 and/or AP Exams.
The College Board develops and administers standardized tests and curricula used by K-12 and post-secondary education institutions to promote college-readiness and as part of the college admissions process.
Eligibility for the award includes achieving the minimum requested PSAT scores, earn a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher by the middle of their junior year, and attend a school in a rural area or small town.
A resident of Concord, Jacqueline is a member of the GSDS Swim Team, serves as a captain of the Mock Trial Team, and a member of the Quiz Bowl team, Spanish National Honor Society and National Honor Society.
Ethan, a resident of New London, participates in Soccer, Basketball and Track and is a member of both the Spanish National Honor Society and National Honor Society.