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2025 Award of Excellence: Laura Afriyie, Tartan High School


Laura Afriyie

Award of Excellence Characteristic: Achievement, Courage, Resilience

Mentor: Jamie Maiers

Nominated By: April Bivens

Parent/Guardian: Johnson Afriyie

Schools Attended: Oakdale Elementary, Thomas Holme Elementary , Skyview Middle School, Austin Meehan Middle School, Tartan Senior High School

High School Experience: Tartan has been an amazing experience for me. I’ve made meaningful connections, learned so much, and have grown both academically and personally. Because of my many mentors here, I feel confident and prepared for my next chapter in college.

Future Plans: I’ll be attending Gustavus College to pursue my Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and begin my journey towards becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner.