Earlier this week at Templeton High School’s Evening for the Stars Walker Craven was honored with one of the highest honors bestowed on a THS student - Eagle of the Year. The following are the words shared by Principal Jessica Lloyd as she announced this year’s recipient.
“The Eagle of the Year award is a longstanding tradition at Templeton High School. The student who will be receiving this award has been nominated and agreed upon by the Templeton High School staff. This is a student who takes pride in their high school and was involved in every way possible.
This student genuinely cares about others and takes the time to get to know and represent their entire student body and staff. This award-winner has the ability to strike up a meaningful conversation with peers and adults and has a gift for genuinely listening and engaging. This student can frequently be seen investing in our younger students, mentoring and coaching them along the way…intentionally building up our future leaders.
This senior is funny, honest, respectful, and genuinely kind-hearted. He has shown tremendous leadership abilities through various classes, clubs, and programs he has participated in. When this student is dedicated to something, he gives one hundred percent.
This student has an exceptional Grade Point Average. He leads by example and is inquisitive, resourceful, and genuinely kind-hearted. He has been in the Leadership class, most recently serving as the ASB President. He is also a valued member of the Future Farmers of America (FFA), where he served as the FFA President. He was also a tremendous athlete, participating in football and track and field. He will now go on to serve our country as he has been accepted into the United States Naval Academy, the acceptance rate of which is 10.8%.
To say we are proud of this student is an understatement. This resilient, motivated, and hardworking senior is a leader among leaders throughout the student body. This is a well-rounded student and a remarkable young man we have all been fortunate to know. This year’s Eagle of the Year is… Walker Craven.”
Congratulations Walker, you have truly left your mark at THS and in our community.