Twin Valley students Jordan de Garay, left, and Maria Dioguardo, right, were recognized
by Twin Valley Rotary Club. Center is Rotarian Chris Doyle.
On Sept. 21, the Twin Valley Rotary Club was proud to honor Twin Valley High School seniors Maria Dioguardo and Jordan de Garay as their students of the month. The presentation was made at their weekly meeting. Maria and Jordan were honored for their outstanding academic achievement and involvement in extracurricular activities.
While at Twin Valley High School Maria has been a part of Ski Club, Twin Valley High School Swim Team, Chorus, Stage Crew, and Twin Valley High School Volleyball since 9th grade. Maria has joined Tri-M Music Honor Society, the Elementary Hero’s program, Prom Committee, and Select Chorus in 11th grade. Senior year Maria has been elected the president of Tri-M as well as the Senior Class President. Outside of school Maria is active in her church’s youth group, Spark, through the various volunteer works each year. Maria has also been a part of Morgantown Athletic Association Softball league since 2007, and the Twin Valley Summer Swim Team since 2011. Maria plans on going to college to major in Computer Science and minor in Criminal Justice, and hopes to get a job in Computer Forensics. Maria also plans on joining the Navy through ROTC.
Jordan took several history courses as well as law classes at Twin Valley and developed an infatuation for government. She hopes to study international affairs, political science, or go to law school, learn Arabic, and become an officer in the Air Force. Jordan plays soccer and lacrosse, but considers lacrosse her main sport. Additionally, she participates in CrossFit training at Corps Fitness in West Reading. They incorporate a lot of military-oriented workouts, and many of their members have served or are currently serving in the military. When Jordan is not participating in sports, doing homework, or finishing up projects for student council, she likes to hike, bike, hang out with friends, and experience new things as often as possible. As an adult, she hopes to pursue a job in government or law enforcement. Jordan plans on attending the USAFA, becoming an officer in the military.