Cape seniors named Secretary of Education Scholars
Cape High seniors Abigail Betts, Camryn Cunningham and Colleen Flynn were among 92 Delaware public school students recognized by Secretary of Education Mark Holodick as Secretary of Education Scholars.
The students, joined by their families and school leaders, were honored April 24 during a dinner in Dover, where Holodick called them an impressive group of young leaders.
“The honorees have succeeded academically while also serving as leaders in their schools and communities,” Holodick said. “As the students themselves shared, their success is due not just to their own hard work but also thanks to the support of their families and educators. As they prepare for college, the workforce and military service, I hope that wherever their next steps take them, their paths lead them to careers in Delaware. We need them as the future leaders of our state.”
Abigail, child of April and Dean Betts of Lewes, is a scholar, artist, athlete and active community member. Abby is enrolled in the Academic Challenge Program through Delaware Technical Community College and has earned more than 20 college credits to date.
She is a member of her school’s mock trial team, swim team, National Honor Society, National Arts Honor Society, Distributive Education Clubs of America and French Club, and participates in the DCF’s Youth Philanthropy Board. Abby has yet to commit to a university but plans to major in neuroscience and continue her education in the arts.
Camryn, daughter of Ashley and Casey Cunningham of Lewes, is an AP Scholar and highly active in her school community.
Her extracurricular clubs and activities include National Honor Society, Leo Club, Book Club, Green Club, lead section writer for the school newspaper, creator of the Senior Gratitude Magazine, and attendee for the Governor’s School of Excellence. Camryn is dedicated to leaving a positive legacy through her writings, and plans to attend Northeastern University to major in journalism.
Daughter of Ann and John Flynn of Rehoboth Beach, Colleen is a member of Distributive Education Clubs of America, National Honor Society, Student Council, Best Buddies, soccer and unified basketball teams, and is the founder of New Student Group Club. She has held leadership positions in DECA as the chapter and state vice president, and plans to attend Notre Dame to major in finance.
The state has named Secretary of Education Scholars every year since 1984. The number of scholars from each school is based on enrollment. Principals select students based on academic records and community service.
