11 Students Receive Recognition for National Latin Exam Scores
Six middle school girls and five upper school girls who study Latin were recently recognized for their achievements on the National Latin Exam.
Competing against more than 100,000 students all over the world, 11 middle and upper school girls who study Latin were recently recognized for their achievements on the National Latin Exam. The NLE is a test given annually to Latin students that allows them to receive reinforcement and recognition for their accomplishments in the classroom.
We are incredibly proud of our girls’ hard work and dedication to the study of Latin!
Introduction to Latin
Charlotte Taylor ’30 - Gold Summa Cum Laude Medal and Certificate
Aaleen Haris ’30 - Magna Cum Laude
Evie Thomison ’30 - Cum Laude
Elena Ahmadian ’30 - Cum Laude
Harper Harris ’30 - Cum Laude
Beginning Latin
Alexandra Poag ’29 - Magna Cum Laude
Intermediate Latin
Katie Phan ’28 - Silver Maxima Cum Laude Medal and Certificate
Menaal Haris ’28 - Silver Maxima Cum Laude Medal and Certificate
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