We are thrilled to announce that Germantown Municipal School District's very own Sarah Hochman has achieved remarkable success in the Tennessee School Boards Association (TSBA) Student Excellence Award. Initially nominated by GMSD for this prestigious award, Sarah's outstanding achievements led her to be named the Regional Delta TSBA Student Excellence Award winner. Her journey of excellence didn't stop there – Sarah has now been honored as the top student in the state, earning the title of Tennessee Student Excellence Award Winner.
This significant accomplishment was celebrated in style at the TSBA convention in Nashville, where Sarah was recognized for her exceptional contributions and also received a college scholarship. A 12th-grade student with a proven track record of leadership, Sarah has held various influential roles in the BBYO organization, including Chapter Mazkirah and Chapter Aym Ha'Chaverot, as well as regional and international positions.
Her involvement extends to numerous school-related activities. She co-founded and co-presided over the Jewish Student Association (JSA) and has been an active member of the Key Club. Her commitment to service is evident through her participation in projects like the Riverdale Raider Theater, Houston SGA Trunk-or-Treat, and Hagal Sheli.
Academically, Sarah is a standout, being part of the Honors Academy with an unweighted GPA of 4.000 and a weighted GPA of 4.548. Her academic prowess is further highlighted by her perfect ACT score, National Merit Semi-Finalist status, and AP exam scores, and her international exposure, including a year of study in France where she achieved Certified French Level C1 and highest honors from the Class Council.
Sarah's blend of leadership, academic excellence, and community commitment truly makes her a distinguished representative of our district's values and aspirations. After school, Sarah also works part-time in the GMSD district office in the student communications department.