Arizona State Superintendent Tom Horne visits Gowan Science Academy

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - On Thursday, December 4, State Superintendent Tom Horne visited the academy to recognize their excellent academic performance.

He toured the school and its classrooms and gave several speeches to the children in class. He considered these children future leaders of Arizona's education and commended them for their successes.

The academy's math rate is 56%, nearly double the state average of 31. For Language Arts, their average is 66% compared to the state average of 40%.

Horne presented the school with an Exemplary Academic Achievement Award plaque, recognising progress, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence.