BEEHIVE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY STUDENTS WIN BRONZE CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL AWARD
Sandy-Beehive Science and Technology Academy ninth grader, Ketura Murthy and 10th grader, Anastasia Varela, have been awarded a bronze Congressional medal award. The award was presented to Murthy and Varela by Utah congressman, John Curtis, the U.S. representative for Utah’s 3rd congressional district.
Ketura is the daughter of Mike and Mercy Murphy. Anastasia is the daughter of Nicole Varela.
According to the website about the award, “The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans. It is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competitive. The program is open to all 14 to 23 year-olds. Young people may register when they turn 13 1/2 years old and must complete their activities before their 24th birthday. Participants earn Bronze, Silver, and Gold Congressional Award Certificates and Bronze, Silver, and Gold Congressional Award Medals. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas: Volunteer Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration. Earning the Congressional Award is a fun and interesting way to get more involved in something you already enjoy or something you’d like to try for the first time. You move at your own pace – on your own or with your friends. This is not an award for past accomplishments. Instead, you are honored for achieving your own challenging goals after registering for the program. Regardless of your situation, you can earn the Congressional Award. The Congressional Award has no minimum grade point average requirements. It accommodates young people with special needs or disabilities who are willing to take the challenge.”
Beehive Science and Technology Academy is a public, tuition-free charter school based in Sandy, Utah. The school serves students in grades 6 through 12.
