Georgia Tech welcomes Lake Country students

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  • Among the new Georgia Tech freshmen students are, back row (l-r) Liam Beauchamp (Georgia Military College), Carter Scott (Lakeside High School), and Nicholas Woodson (Jones County High School), and front row (l-r) Cameron Palmer (Morgan County High Scool), Maria Marquez (Lake Oconee Academy), Riya Makan (Lakeside High School, Evans), Jewell Morrison, and MacKenzie Degner (Putnam County High School). CONTRIBUTED
    Among the new Georgia Tech freshmen students are, back row (l-r) Liam Beauchamp (Georgia Military College), Carter Scott (Lakeside High School), and Nicholas Woodson (Jones County High School), and front row (l-r) Cameron Palmer (Morgan County High Scool), Maria Marquez (Lake Oconee Academy), Riya Makan (Lakeside High School, Evans), Jewell Morrison, and MacKenzie Degner (Putnam County High School). CONTRIBUTED

    Georgia Tech remains a popular destination for ambitious students, and this year’s incoming class is no exception. These Lake Country students have demonstrated exceptional academic prowess, with many boasting impressive GPAs and high scores on standardized tests.

    Several local students are among those eagerly anticipating their move to Atlanta. Their families and friends are incredibly proud of their accomplishments and excited to see what’s to come. Though the transition to college life can be a big one, with the strong foundation each of these students has built, they are well-equipped to accept any challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

    “It’s a proud moment for our community,” said Bob Nash, cofounder of the Lake Country Yellow Jackets Fan Club. “Seeing these students pursue their dreams at a top-tier institution like Georgia Tech is inspiring for everyone.”

    As the new academic year approaches, the Lake Country Yellow Jackets Fan Club joins the entire community in extending its warmest congratulations to the incoming Georgia Tech Class of 2029.

    The fan club meets for lunch the last Wednesday of each month at Lake Oconee Bistro. For more information about the LCYJ club, call Nash at 404-405-6795, send email to LakeCountryYellowJackets@ Yahoo. com, or search Facebook for LakeCountryYellowJackets.

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