Crestline class of 2025 earns 104 seals, college credits and a scholarship
According to an announcement, 17 of the seniors attended Crestline High School, while 21 were enrolled at the Pioneer Career and Technology Center. The highest GPA in the class reached 4.116, showcasing the academic achievements of the graduates.
The class of 2025 collectively earned 104 graduation seals, exceeding the 76 seals required for graduation under state guidelines. The accomplishment reflects the hard work and determination of the students throughout the year. Additionally, the senior class pursued 40 College Credit Plus (CCP) dual credit courses, with one senior completing 17 CCP courses and earning an associate's degree through Ohio State University at Mansfield before graduation.
Beyond academics, the class showed strong career preparation. One graduate participated in the TurboCert credentialing program at the Crawford County Success Center, receiving specialized training for workforce entry with a professional certification.
In honor of the graduating class, the district introduced the Jeff Belcik Memorial Scholarship this year. The $1,000 scholarship was awarded to a Crestline High School senior who exemplified the spirit and values of the district.
This story was created by Jane Imbody, jimbody@gannett.com, with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct or share your thoughts at http://bit.ly/3RapUkA with our News Automation and AI team.
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