Congratulations to Zachary Russell for being named the Cairo Durham High School "Student of the Year" for 2024!
Zach is committed to both his academics and non-academic activities. His perseverance is being recognized for years of dedication to his academics, athletics and extracurricular activities. Zach is very involved in various school activities. He is a five-sport athlete (soccer, basketball, indoor and outdoor track and field, volleyball, and baseball). He participates in the music program through playing the saxophone and singing in the chorus. Even with his many activities, he maintains an average on high honor roll while taking college level courses. Beyond his impressive array of accomplishments, Zachary's humility and kindness have endeared him to all who have interacted with him. Both peers and educators alike attest to his remarkable character, portraying him as a role model for others to emulate. Zach leaves to continue in his academic and athletic journey at Alfred University, where he will pursue a degree in engineering and play baseball for them.
Every year, the Cairo Durham High School teachers recognize and honor a student every month during the school year. From those winners, a "Student of the Year: is selected. The student is nominated and then voted on by the teachers and staff in the high school. The student is awarded a certificate and a $100 gift card at Senior Awards night.
Way to go, Zachary! Can't wait to see you and your fellow classmates graduate TONIGHT at 7:30 p.m. at the athletics stadium at Cairo-Durham High School!
