INDIANAPOLIS — A local high school student has nabbed an impressive award for their work through high school in participating in STEM education opportunities.
North Central High School senior Trevon Thomas has received a full academic scholarship to attend Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, widely regarded as the nation’s No. 1-ranked undergraduate engineering college.
According to the university, Thomas has attended several STEM education programs provided by Indianapolis’ Center for Leadership Development, the Minority Engineering Program of Indianapolis, and other community-based programs.
NCHS science teacher Tim Shackelford stated in a letter recommending Thomas for the scholarship, “As he works towards college and his career, I hope that Trevon is able to find greater opportunities to learn, as I know that he will be successful and impress his future peers, instructors and colleagues as he has impressed me.”
In the community, Thomas has been a volunteer at Indianapolis’ Gleaners Food Bank and Christ Church Apostolic Faith Assembly, distributing food boxes to those in need. He also has been a canine companion with the Indianapolis Humane Society.
“Because of his humble spirit, Trevon expects nothing in return – appreciative of what he has so that he can give to others … In class, if he notices a student is struggling in activities, Trevon takes the initiative to help those who need it,” Stevanni McCray, Thomas’ former math teacher at North Central, said. “A great student should not go unnoticed, and Trevon is one of those. It is rare to come across a student so poised, mature, and wise beyond his years.”
-
How NIL money is reshaping the NBA draft: More college stars staying put
With cash flowing in college, the number of early entrants to the NBA draft has shrunk. This year’s draft starts Wednesday night with the lowest total of prospects in at least 10 years.
Indiana Fever waive DeWanna Bonner, sign Aari McDonald for remainder of season
The Indiana Fever announced significant roster changes on Wednesday, waiving guard/forward DeWanna Bonner and signing guard Aari McDonald through the remainder of the season.
Boston scores career-high 31, Clark held to 6 points as Fever beat Storm 94-86
Aliyah Boston scored a career-high 31 points and Kelsey Mitchell chipped in 26 points and five 3-pointers as the Indiana Fever beat the Seattle Storm 94-86 on Tuesday night.
68-year-old woman, 4-year-old struck, killed by farm tractor in Jackson County
A 68-year-old woman and a 4-year-old boy died over the weekend after being struck by a farm tractor in Jackson County, police said.
