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Forrest Burks

An Etowah junior sets a great example for others as he excels in multiple areas.

Forrest Burks

Age: 17

School:

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Accomplishments: Forrest participates in Cross Country and Track and Field with the Etowah Eagles which he has received five varsity letters. He earned county honors for his participation in the Governor’s Honors Program in the area of Spanish. Forrest serves as a Student Ambassador at Etowah for which he received a letter for three consecutive years for community service. In addition, he is a member of the mathematics honor society, Mu Alpha Theta and Etowah’s science team.

Key to Awesomeness: Forrest is a hardworking young man who takes his education seriously. He challenges himself with rigor in the classroom, as evidenced by his earned academic letter and the Superintendent’s Key Scholar Award. He manages to excel at his many extracurricular activities while maintaining high scholarship and giving back to the community.

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Congratulations, Forrest, on your many accomplishments. We wish you all the best! 

Editor's Note: Burks was originally listed as a senior. His correct level in school is a junior, and it was verified and corrected May 7.

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