Somerset Independent Schools

Monique, a Somerset High School student, was recognized for her outstanding accomplishments in the areas of academics, service, and leadership.

According to Carl Thomas, Associate Director of Admissions and Coordinator of Minority Services, this award honors the late Dr. Carter G. Woodson, an esteemed alumnus of Berea College. A respected historian, Dr. Woodson is known worldwide as "The Father of Black History."

"This award is named in his honor as a means of recognizing African-American high school juniors who have demonstrated outstanding character, academic achievement, and leadership-as exemplified in the life of Dr. Woodson and the legacy of Berea College, the first integrated, coeducational college in the South," says Thomas.

Somerset High School is proud to have Monique Cook as a student at Somerset High School.