Sumter chamber recognizes 12 students
Twelve students at Ebenezer Middle School were recognized by the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce for their achievements so far this school year.
The Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce celebrated 12 outstanding students at Ebenezer Middle School on Nov. 15 with the presentation of the Golden Apple Awards.
Each student was recognized for having integrity and strong moral character, states a news release.
To commemorate their achievements, each student was presented with a certificate that contained a proclamation from the city and county of Sumter that was signed by Mayor Joe McElveen and Sumter County Council Chairman Jim McCain.
The proclamation reads, "Whereas, students at Ebenezer Middle School have demonstrated exceptional character; and whereas, students at Ebenezer Middle School have shown pride, determination and honesty; and whereas the city and county of Sumter acknowledge these students for positively contributing to the community and society."
Each student also had a short description read aloud detailing their character and why they were chosen to receive the Golden Apple Award.
Those who received awards were: Jeremie Richardson, Riley Kester, Kyle Mitchell, Ariel Rogers, Kenya Britt, Kianna Davis, Jordyn Williams, Santiago Jaimes-Vargas, Margaret Davis, Kierra Williams, Jenifer Hernandez and Isaac McDougald.