Garden City High School is proud to announce the outstanding achievements of its Latin students in the 2023 National Roman Civilization and National Classical Etymology Exams. Demonstrating their dedication and scholarly prowess, GCHS students excelled in these rigorous examinations, earning accolades at both intermediate and advanced levels.
In the National Roman Civilization exam, 24 GCHS students showcased their knowledge and expertise. Among them, juniors Kaitlin Cook and Emily Cook secured silver medals in the advanced exam, while senior Elizabeth Rosado merited a bronze medal. Sophomore Olivia Allsbrook distinguished herself by clinching one of the 56 gold medals awarded nationwide in the intermediate examination. Sophomores Kayla Cherney, Brendan Wilde, earned bronze medals, along with freshman Teresa Gregory.
Simultaneously, 26 GCHS students participated in the National Classical Etymology Exam, exploring the origins of words and language. Notably, junior Jeffrey Li garnered a gold medal in the advanced level category, despite being a non-Latinist entrant. Additionally, junior Kaitlin Cook and senior Elizabeth Rosado earned gold medals, with junior Angela Yu securing a silver medal, and juniors Annika Margolies and Emily Cook earning bronze medals. In the intermediate level examination, Latin 1 students Annemarie McCarthy and Kaitlyn McDonald, alongside sophomore Brendan Wilde, received silver medals, while freshman Madeleine Walsh and Latin 2 sophomores Sarah Pogozelski and Gabriella Tromba were awarded bronze medals.
These achievements highlight the exceptional dedication and academic prowess of GCHS Latin students. The exams, organized by the National Junior Classical League, were supported by the GCHS Latin Club and Latin Honor Societies, underscoring their commitment to fostering excellence in classical studies among students.
