Everest Academy 7th Graders Win Big at IJAS Finals: 4 Gold Medals and 2 Silvers Earned
Everest Academy is proud to announce that its talented 7th grade students brought home four gold medals and two silver medals at the Illinois Junior Academy of Science (IJAS) State Finals held this past weekend.
Competing against top young scientists from across the state, Everest’s students demonstrated exceptional knowledge, research skills, and presentation abilities in a wide range of science topics. Their hard work, curiosity, and months of preparation culminated in this remarkable achievement at one of Illinois’ most prestigious science competitions.
“We are incredibly proud of our students,” said Candy Hamilton, Principal at Everest Academy. “Their dedication to scientific inquiry and their ability to communicate their findings with confidence and clarity reflect the values of excellence we strive for at Everest. This success is a testament not only to their talent, but also to the guidance of their teachers and the support of their families.”
Highlights from the competition include:
- Nik Motisi, Francesca Abbinanti, Elisabeth Greeson, & Augustyn Walas- Earn Gold Awards in various science categories
- 2 Silver Awards -Grace Abbinanti & Vera Lambert for outstanding projects that demonstrated innovation and academic rigor
- Recognition for strong research methodology, data analysis, and oral presentation skills
The IJAS finals bring together thousands of students from regional science fairs throughout Illinois, all of whom must qualify at both the local and regional levels to earn a spot at the state competition.
Everest Academy continues to prioritize academic excellence and STEM engagement, and the school looks forward to building on this success in the years to come.