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2025 Award of Excellence: Zuhur Sheikh-Ali, Tartan High School


Zuhur Sheikh-Ali

Award of Excellence Characteristic: Achievement, Community, Courage, Imagination, Integrity, Resilience

Mentor: Ahlam Yusuf

Nominated By: Ahlam Yusuf

Parent/Guardian: Sadia Mohamed & Abdirashid Ahmed

Schools Attended: Carver Elementary, Maplewood Middle School, Tartan Senior High School & 622 Online High

High School Experience: The past four years have been a journey of growth during which I’ve gained valuable skills, formed lifelong bonds, and discovered more about myself. I’m excited to carry these experiences for the next chapter of my life.

Future Plans: I plan to go to the University of Minnesota: Twin Cities to major in finance, minor in Spanish, and study abroad to broaden my horizons!