Minnesota West held its commencement ceremony earlier this month, meaning Gebremariam technically earned her two-year college degree before her high school diploma.
More than 380 awards in six categories were to be presented to 61 districts and 310 schools statewide. The award categories are: Centers of Excellence, John Irwin School of Excellence, Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award, the Governor's Bright Spot Awards, Academic Growth Award and Districts Accredited with Distinction.