Culpeper, VA - October 24, 2024 - Culpeper County High School (CCHS) proudly celebrated the scholastic achievements of its exceptional seniors at the highly anticipated Annual Academic Jacket and All A's Ceremony, held on Monday, October 21, 2024, in the CCHS auditorium.
This tradition, which showcases CCHS's commitment to fostering academic excellence, effort, and growth saw 85 seniors proudly receive their well-deserved Academic Jackets. The jackets were awarded to seniors who maintained a remarkable 3.6 grade point average or higher throughout the first three years of their high school journey. The jackets symbolize not just academic prowess but the dedication and hard work that have propelled these students. The significance of this achievement is further underscored by the fact that recipients had the privilege of inviting up to two individuals, often their parents, who played an integral role in their academic success, to personally present them with their Academic Jacket. This tradition of involving family in the ceremony highlights the invaluable partnership between the home and the school in nurturing these young minds. In further partnership with the community; this event’s main sponsor was Battlefield Automotive, who donated $7,500 toward the cost of the academic jackets.
In addition to honoring the senior class, the ceremony was an occasion to recognize outstanding academic achievements in earlier years. Students who maintained straight A's (A-, A, and/or A+) in grades 8, 9, 10, or 11 were celebrated for their exceptional dedication to their studies. These remarkable students received All A's Medals, custom-designed medals specific to CCHS, to commemorate their outstanding performance. These medals hold special significance as they can be worn with pride during their graduation ceremony, serving as a reminder of their commitment to excellence.
The numbers were impressive, with 77 freshmen, 36 sophomores, 31 juniors, and 34 seniors earning All A's Medals in their respective categories. These students not only serve as shining examples to their peers but also as a testament to the rigorous academic standards upheld at CCHS.
The Annual Academic Jacket and All A's Ceremony at Culpeper County High School is a tradition that underscores the school's commitment to nurturing academic excellence and fostering strong partnerships between students, families, and educators. It is a celebration of not just individual achievement but the collective dedication to a brighter, more educated future.
For more information about Culpeper County High School or the Annual Academic Jacket and All A's Ceremony, please contact:
Dr. Daniel Soderholm, Principal
Culpeper County High School
