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Rocky Mount High School Student Government Earns National Award ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. (May 20, 2025) – The Rocky Mount High School Student Government Association (SGA) has been recognized as a 2025 National Council of Excellence by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC), in recognition of its outstanding leadership, service, and dedication to school and community improvement. The NASC program is supported by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). Rocky Mount High’s SGA has a strong tradition of student leadership. For the past two years, the group has served as Eastern District Chair of the North Carolina Association of Student Councils (NCASC), hosting the Eastern District Leadership Conference and welcoming student leaders from across eastern North Carolina. The SGA has also been named a 2023–24 and 2024–25 Louise Hunter State Honor Council and was previously recognized as a 2024 National Council of Excellence. “The student council at Rocky Mount High School just pulled off something extraordinary,” said NASSP CEO Ronn Nozoe. “Their student-driven change has earned them national recognition as a National Council of Excellence, proving that when young people are given the chance to lead, they turn their vision into real-world impact.” “The whole SGA has worked hard,” said Kenneth Jones, SGA advisor. “The leadership of President Kennedy Farmer has been essential to their continued success. Our students are awesome. I appreciate being able to work with them.” “It’s truly an honor for us to be recognized for a remarkable achievement not once but twice for this honor,” said Nysira Smith, junior class president. “Being a part of our SGA has been one of the most meaningful parts of my high school experience. We work together learning the power of teamwork. We work together at school events aiming to ensure a meaningful, fun, and supportive Gryphon experience and being the student voice on campus.” “To observe the appreciation and honor given to this ambitious council instills me with extensive gratitude,” said Kennedy Farmer, SGA president. “A tear is nearly shed by the appreciation of our accomplishments, especially considering the time, sweat, and tears put into every project we execute. We sincerely thank the National Council of Student Councils for giving us a sense of great honor, which is even more pleasurable considering the tribulations faced along the way. Thank you!” To receive the National Council of Excellence Award, student councils must meet rigorous criteria, including maintaining a written constitution, holding regular meetings, conducting democratic elections, and demonstrating success in leadership development and community service. ###  Media Contact: Heather Louise Finch, Executive Director of Communication/Public Information Officer hlfinch@ncpschools.net
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