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Exchange Club of Brunswick Celebrates 2026 2027 Student of the Month Honorees

Writer: Hogan Dyer
Hogan Dyer
3 days ago
2 min read

A strong senior year deserves more than a quiet nod. The Exchange Club of Brunswick has launched its 2026-2027 Student of the Month program, giving local educators a meaningful way to recognize seniors who stand out at two of Glynn County’s high schools.


Each month, teachers at Brunswick High School and Glynn Academy select one senior student for the honor. The program highlights students during a key year in their lives, when they are preparing for graduation, future study, work, service, and the next stage of adulthood.


The first honorees of the 2026-2027 program have already been named, with students recognized for August, September, and October.


Pictured from left to right Barry Cooper Keegan Mattis, Nyrsha Patel, Ora Emory, Taylor BoydPratysh Dinesh, Crosby Alderman and President Bill Foster
Pictured from left to right Barry Cooper Keegan Mattis, Nyrsha Patel, Ora Emory, Taylor BoydPratysh Dinesh, Crosby Alderman and President Bill Foster

The Student of the Month program puts local seniors in the spotlight


The Exchange Club of Brunswick’s Student of the Month program is built around a simple idea: recognize students while their teachers, classmates, families, and community can celebrate their efforts.


Senior year often comes with a full schedule. Students balance advanced coursework, activities, college or career planning, part-time jobs, family responsibilities, and service commitments. Public recognition gives the community a chance to pause and say that student effort matters.


This program also gives teachers a direct voice in the process. Because teachers see students in the classroom day after day, they are in a strong position to notice consistency, character, curiosity, leadership, and growth. Their selections reflect the many ways a senior can make a positive mark.


The program includes honorees from both Brunswick High School and Glynn Academy, creating a shared celebration across two well-known local schools.


Brunswick High School honorees recognized so far


Month

Brunswick High School honoree

August

Pratysh Dinesh

September

Taylor Boyd

October

Crosby Alderman



Glynn Academy honorees recognized so far


Month

Glynn Academy honoree

August

Ora Emory

September

Keegan Mattis

October

Nyrsha Patel


By recognizing one senior each month, teachers help shine a light on students who contribute to the life of the school in meaningful ways.


The monthly format also keeps the celebration active throughout the year. Rather than focusing recognition on one end-of-year moment, the program creates regular opportunities to honor students as the year unfolds.


That steady rhythm matters. August, September, and October are often months of adjustment and momentum. Seniors are settling into final-year routines, taking on responsibilities, and making decisions about what comes next. Recognizing students during those months helps remind the full school community that leadership can show up early and often.


A Student of the Month honor can reflect many forms of achievement, including:


  • Academic dedication Students who show steady commitment to learning and improvement.


  • Leadership by example Students who help set a positive tone in class and around campus.


  • Service-minded character Students who contribute to their school community in quiet but meaningful ways.


  • Personal growth Students who keep working, asking questions, and meeting challenges with maturity.


Not every influential student is the loudest person in the room. A monthly recognition program gives schools more chances to notice different kinds of excellence.

 
 
 

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Brunswick, GA 31521

101 Emory Dawson Road

Brunswick, GA 31520

912-265-3464

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