WP student one of medalists at McCook scholastic contest

    Students from 14 area high schools were at McCook Community College March 22 to take part in the annual Inter-High Day scholastic competition with more than $30,000 in scholarships at stake.
    One of the individual medalists was Ashton Wheeler of Wauneta-Palisade Schools, who placed third in the Graphic Design competition.
    Perkins County finished first among large schools, Hitchcock County topped the field in mid-sized schools and Eustis-Farnam placed first among small schools.
    Here are the team results:
    Division 1 (small schools): 1. Eustis-Farnam, 2. Medicine Valley, 3. Hayes Center
    Division 2 (mid-sized schools): 1. Hitchcock County, 2. Southwest, 3. Maxwell
    Division 3 (large schools): 1. Perkins County, 2. Southern Valley, 3. Arapahoe
    In addition to taking tests in 28 academic subjects, students and school staff had the chance to learn about financial aid, early entry and dual credits, four-year partnerships, admissions and career services.
    Several MCC departments also provided hands-on learning opportunities.