The first group of graduates from Marion County schools to achieve recognition as South Shore Arkansas Scholars graduated from Bruno-Pyatt High School May 11. Although the school officially begins the South Shore Arkansas Scholars program next school year, these graduates had already met the grade, attendance and college preparatory course work requirements. Pictured from left are: (front row) Kathleen Wessels, Kristy Beaver, and Ashley Bunting; (middle row) Jessica Gass, Tiffany Copeland, and Ashley Keymer; (back row) Michael Methvin, Alba Taylor, Austin Harvey, Brandon Halliday, and Trenton Elliott. As South Shore Arkansas Scholars, these students receive special recognition on their diplomas and transcripts for college and employment applications. Bruno-Pyatt High School Principal Rusty Blevins, and Counselor Vicki Stokes, along with the faculty, congratulated the students saying, "These young people have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in every area. It has been an honor and a privilege to be a part of their education."