Aarna Patel posted the highest GPA ever at Wharton with a 10.5305, earning top honors as the Class of 2026 valedictorian.

New Tampa | Temple Terrace

Record-setting Wharton valedictorian emphasizes kindness over accolades

Aarna Patel follows in her sister’s footsteps by earning top academic honors in 2026.

May 27, 2026

Maggie Takamatsu is the class valedictorian at Freedom for the Class of 2026.

New Tampa | Temple Terrace

Achieving valedictorian status is more than just a number for Freedom High grad

Maggie Takamatsu isn’t impressed by the honor. She’d rather be remembered for her impact, not her GPA

May 27, 2026

New Tampa | Temple Terrace

As closure looms, Pizzo K-8 pushing for solutions with USF, district

Teachers, families and even descendants of the ...

May 18, 2026

New Tampa | Temple Terrace

King High School senior’s invention targets anxiety using tarantula venom

Daniel Park wins state competition with ...

May 6, 2026

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Wharton valedictorian learns balance beats burnout

May 27, 2025

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Hillsborough OKs teacher pay bonus for low-performing schools

May 21, 2025

Carrollwood | Westchase | Citrus Park

Dual-enrollment strategy propels Tampa student to top of his class

May 20, 2025

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