Meade High School junior Kayla Morrison has been named one of 24 Emerging Scholars across Maryland by the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education (MBRT).
Morrison is the lone representative from Anne Arundel County among the honorees. The awards recognize students for their outstanding achievements in compassion initiatives, leadership and academic success, with a special emphasis on with a special emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) career interests.
“My parents have always encouraged me to be my best,” Morrison said. “I also want to set a good example for my little brother and, honestly, I like helping others and bettering myself through my academic pursuits.”
Morrison is a student in Meade’s International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and treasurer of the school’s Model United Nations Club. She is also heavily involved in service learning, where she has helped design projects to support children in long-term hospital care and organized an environmental awareness campaign. She also had a role last year in Meade’s production of Mamma Mia!
After graduation, Kayla intends to pursue a degree in psychology, with a focus on forensic psychology or behavioral psychiatry. Her passion for understanding human behavior and making a meaningful impact on others fuels her interest in both fields.
“Kayla is an exceptional choice for this award and a true representative of Meade High School and Anne Arundel County Public Schools,” Meade High School Principal Dr. Ryan Durr said. “I am extremely proud of her accomplishments, both inside and outside the classroom. As a well-rounded scholar and key member of our school community, Kayla's leadership, compassion, and academic excellence set her apart. She has a bright future ahead of her and is truly deserving of this prestigious honor.”
Honorees were selected from a competitive pool of candidates based on their contributions to their communities, exemplary leadership within their schools, and exceptional academic performance. Judges also considered a student’s expressed intentions of pursuing a STEM career and any participation in MBRT programs.
“The 24: Maryland’s Emerging Scholars award shines a spotlight on the remarkable talent and dedication of students across Maryland,” said Sharon Markley Schreiber, Executive Director of the MBRT. “These young leaders are not only excelling in their academic pursuits but actively working to make meaningful contributions to their communities through compassionate service.”
For more about MBRT and the honorees, click here.
