FeaturesJune 27, 2024
Valedictorians 2024: Lydia Cao
Meet Lydia Cao, Cape Girardeau Central High's 2024 valedictorian. Heading to Georgetown's McDonough School of Business, Lydia excelled in academics, sports, and leadership. Discover her journey and advice for underclassmen.
Cape Girardeau Central High School
Parents: Chen Wu and Zhonghua Cao.
Post-graduation plans: Attend Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business.
High school activities: Student Council, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Beta Club, National Honor Society, FBLA, swimming, diving, track and field, soccer, tennis and Symphonic Orchestra.
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Favorite high school experience: Attending the track state tournament my freshman year.
Biggest role model: Jesus.
Advice to underclassmen: Enjoy your time in high school, but also know that you will undergo significant personnel development, so it may be rocky at times. Surround yourself with those who have similar goals as you, and you will succeed.
Three words to describe high school: Tumultuous, embarrassing and thrilling.
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