Rome Reporter

Ten students from Rome High School have been named as semifinalists for the Governor’s Honors Program. These students will proceed to the final round of interviews, which could lead to their selection for the summer program.

The students who have advanced are Emerson Hunter (Dance), Andrew Neal (Music, Brass: Trombone), Isha Garg (Science, Biology/Environmental Science), Nina Mayer (Communicative Arts), Emillie Maloney (Dance), Lucy Johnson (Dance), Yash Garg (Social Studies), Noah Beard (Theatre), Delilah Beaston (Visual Arts), and Liam Cantrell (World Languages, Spanish).

Rome High Principal Parke Wilkinson expressed pride in these students' achievements. "We are extremely proud of these students. They have worked very hard in their respective areas, and we know they will represent Rome High School well," he said.

Each nominee is required to undergo interviews and auditions specific to their category. The Georgia Governor’s Honors Program, known as GHP, is a residential summer program designed for high school sophomores and juniors who exhibit exceptional skills and knowledge. The program offers an educational experience that differs from traditional high school settings, aiming to enrich students academically, culturally, and socially.

Out of over 4,400 nominations across Georgia, about 1,500 students were selected as semifinalists for this statewide competition.