Latest news with #Classof2029
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Oregon football extends offer to 2029 OT prospect Xavier Berry
Oregon football extends offer to 2029 OT prospect Xavier Berry There's planning ahead, and then there is this. Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks have extended a scholarship offer to Xavier Berry, a 6-foot-6, 260-pound offensive lineman from Puyallup, Wash. Berry's weight might be considered light for a college offensive lineman, but it's understanding for his age, as he will be entering the eighth grade in the fall. Yes, the eighth grade. Berry is in the Class of 2029, and a lot could change between now and then. But for now, colleges have at least one eye on Berry. As of now, he does not yet have a recruiting rating, but 247Sports shows that Berry has scholarship offers from Washington, Sacramento State, San Jose State, and the Ducks. Berry is at least practicing with some upperclassmen instead of manhandling some poor 13-year-old. According to Reggie Jones, head football coach at Heir Academy, Berry could easily be the top lineman in his class when the time comes. Oregon has become a popular destination for offensive linemen, however, so it shouldn't be a big surprise that the Ducks are eyeing talent such as Berry. They just had Josh Conerly go to the NFL, and have linemen such as Isaiah World wanting to make a name for themselves in Eugene. Berry might not be the next in line, but he's definitely in line. Contact/Follow @Ducks_Wire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oregon Ducks news, notes, and opinions.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Two Wiregrass students appointed to U.S. Military Academies
Dothan, Ala. (WDHN) — Two standout Wiregrass students are among the 21 Alabamians appointed to U.S. service academies for the Class of 2029, according to a recent announcement from U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville. Aiden Harkey, a graduate of Slocomb High School, has accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Harkey says his experience at Boys State — where he met a former cadet from West Point, and a Wiregrass native — inspired him to apply. He plans to study chemical engineering and hopes to return to his community after his service to give back and support future generations. 'After my four years at the academy I hope to come back and serve my community, potientally doing aviation at Ft. Novosel and after my service hopefully come back and support my community that has supported me throughout,' Harkey explains. Cammi Tillery, a graduate of Enterprise High School, has earned a scholarship to attend the U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School. Tillery, who comes from a strong military-based family, plans to pursue a career in military intelligence and is committed to serving on active duty after completing her training. ' I come from a military family both my parents are Army retired, my oldest brother is Army, and my second oldest [brother] is a marine; so its just something you're born into,' says Tillery, adding that she is very excited to serve her country. West Point is widely recognized as one of the premier leadership institutions in the world. Graduating from the academy is a major stepping stone for those pursuing careers in military service and leadership, opening doors to specialized training, advanced education, and impactful roles within the U.S. military and beyond. In a press release, Senator Tuberville praised the appointees for their discipline, dedication, and patriotism. 'It was an honor to nominate these Alabamians for an appointment, and I have no doubt they'll continue to make our state and country proud,' Tuberville said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Barnama
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
Two Malaysian Cadets Appointed to Top US Military Academies
United States Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D. Kagan and Assistant Chief of Staff Personnel Services, Malaysian Armed Forces, Major General Datuk Ts Reizal Arif Ismail, pose for a photo with Cadet Luthfil Haikal Haswadi and Cadet Rakis Ruhaim Abdul Rahman at the US Chief of Mission's Residence. --fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- Two Malaysian cadets have been appointed to the United States (US) top military academies, reflecting the long-standing security and defence partnership between Malaysia and the US. They are Cadet Rakis Ruhaim Abdul Rahman, 22, who will attend the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, and Cadet Luthfil Haikal Haswadi, 20, who will be appointed to the US Military Academy in West Point, New York. Both cadets were officially appointed as members of the Class of 2029 during a send-off ceremony hosted by the US Embassy in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. bootstrap slideshow Speaking to reporters after the ceremony, US Ambassador to Malaysia Edgard D. Kagan said their selections exemplify the tremendous talent that Malaysia has. He described the the two cadets as impressive, intelligent, articulate and determined individuals. 'This selection process is gruelling and competitive globally, making their achievement even more remarkable,' he said. The ambassador highlighted that only about 15 international students are accepted annually into each US service academy. He also pointed out that while international students make up just one per cent of each academy's student body, they represent a significant leadership pipeline, especially in Southeast Asia. 'The Malaysian Armed Forces have a proud track record of sending cadets to the United States.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Coventry High salutatorian to study chemistry at UConn
COVENTRY — Ryan Murphy, a student whose excellence in both academics and athletics has already been recognized by the school, is the Coventry High School Class of 2025 Salutatorian. Becoming the salutatorian was not a set goal for Murphy until recently. During his junior year, when he discovered he ranked fourth among his peers, just like his graduating sister, he decided to try to beat her out. To do that, he decided to take an extra AP class and work hard to achieve his goal. Now, it's a done deal (or a fait accompli?) One of the things that makes Murphy stand out is his involvement in many athletic activities. Throughout his high school career, he has played varsity soccer, hockey, golf, baseball and participates in club hockey as well. All these activities led him to become a recipient of the North Central Connecticut Conference Scholar Athlete Award. 'All the coaches are great here, and the team is super fun,' he said. But sports are not the only extracurricular activities he's been involved with. Murphy volunteered as the Treasurer and Social Media Manager for the Class of 2025, where he has demonstrated leadership and strong organizational skills. Involved in the community, he has volunteered with Coventry Human Services and the Friendship Soup Kitchen. Academically, he has been named an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction. 'I also did class officers, which is nice because it's like a tight knit community and we get to work on the prom, pep rallies, all that stuff, and it's fun,' Murphy said. Starting in the fall, he will become a chemistry major at the University of Connecticut, hoping to work in science and research in the future. Becoming a Husky was a logical decision for Murphy because the UConn campus is close to home, he has free tuition and many of his friends are going there as well. But the personal motives do not outrun his ambitions. 'It's just a good school and it gets better every year. They've got so many resources, a wide variety of things I can go into,' he said. 'So, I'm going in for chemistry, but I know once I get there, since there's so many options, I'll get to explore what I want to do and see where that river will take me.' With his college career about to begin, he looks forward to finally studying something he loves and wants to do. Despite the good things he learned in high school, there are not always a lot of options for students to explore all their interests, something that college offers. 'The whole point is to explore your interests, so that's what I'm most excited for, to go on a path that I choose and I can enjoy,' Murphy said. In a few years, he sees himself completing his bachelor's degree and going on to get his master's degree, but he hopes to be able to do an internship and explore what is given to him. His advice to the incoming Class of 2029 is to take the classes they want rather than the one they feel they have to take because people are telling them so. 'When you're in classes you enjoy, it's self-motivating,' he said. 'So, you're learning for yourself, not for your grade.' He also encourages students to take difficult classes like the Advanced Placement's, because, although they sound scary, they are more approachable than most students think. 'Once you get into them, all the AP teachers are great here and they will support you,' Murphy said. 'And if you work hard, you'll be able to have very good success.'
Chicago Tribune
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Chicago Tribune
Indiana weighs new academic accountability rules; test results less important
Indiana education officials are laying the groundwork for a new A-F accountability system they said is aligned with what Hoosiers agree are the characteristics important to lifelong success. The State Board of Education welcomed the first draft Wednesday on the K-12 measure that will go into effect next year to better prepare students for the future, they said. It dovetails with the state's newly revised diploma that becomes effective with the Class of 2029. It focuses on three areas – students preparing for college, the military or direct employment after high school. 'To best prepare students for the future – whether their next steps include college, a career or military service – we know that both knowledge and real-world skills are essential to their success,' said Gov. Mike Braun in a release. The new characteristics that indicators will measure are academic mastery, career and postsecondary readiness, credentials, experiences and work ethic. The process, built upon multiple rounds of public comment and feedback, is likely to consume most of the year. Its main change, however, is testing assessment scores will no longer be the sole letter grade criteria for school evaluations. A state law, authored by House Education Chairman Robert Behning, R-Indianapolis, calls for two drafts, each with a 30-day public comment period. The first public comment period opens later this summer, but officials said the public can provide immediate feedback via Jotform, an online feedback/survey tool. The state also requires the State Board of Education to adopt a final draft of the A-F grading scale by Dec. 31. Democrats argued its results could still be punitive on schools with lower poverty rates. Schools have not received letter grades since 2018 when the DOE moved from the ISTEP exam to a new accountability test called ILEARN. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted testing, and no grades were assigned. Presently, the state's assessment system rates students in grades 3-8 based on academic performance and growth on ILEARN. High school grades are based on SAT scores, graduation rates and college and career readiness. The new grading system is expected to focus on math, English and literacy mastery in the lower grades and a shift toward skill development and work-based opportunities and credentials in high school. To offer feedback, see
