Wrapped Highlights: Top Achievements of School Year 2024
In 2024, several schools and educational institutions made significant strides, earning recognition for their academic excellence, commitment to diversity, and community impact. Here are some examples:
Grand Valley State University (GVSU) was listed in Forbes' "America's Top Colleges," ranked #99 in the Midwest, and named a Top Public University by Niche. The university was acknowledged for its excellence in academics, professors, diversity initiatives, and sustainability practices, including national awards for support of minority and Indigenous students and environmental responsibility.
The Donna ISD Board of Trustees was honored as the 2024 Outstanding School Board by the Texas Association of School Administrators for their dedication to student achievement and community poverty elimination.
Various schools and PTAs across the US were recognized by the National PTA as 2024-2026 Schools of Excellence for their strong family-school partnerships, with top awards going to Meadow School PTA, Redondo Union High School PTSA, and Gunston Middle School PTA.
Broward County Public Schools is preparing for the 2026 Caliber Awards recognizing outstanding teachers and principals; while specific 2024 awardees are not listed, this ongoing program highlights excellence in education staff.
University of South Dakota (USD) honors alumni annually with multiple achievement awards recognizing leadership, community service, professional success, and family contributions.
Regarding campus expansions or new facilities, specific information about construction or campus growth for any specific school in 2024 could not be found. However, one noteworthy development was the opening of a new building with state-of-the-art facilities on the Penn St campus in London for the school.
This new building features Dolby Atmos studios and a top-tier Pioneer DJ studio, offering unparalleled opportunities for students to learn and create using industry-standard equipment. The school's new website, launched in 2024, also makes it easier for prospective and current students to discover everything the school has to offer.
Registering with the school allows access to the Free Stuff page, providing exclusive music-making tools and tutorials, as well as a range of free sounds, plugins, online course samples, and more. The school offers degrees and short courses in Vocal Performance, Music Production, Sound Engineering, and DJ Performance.
The school's achievements this year underscore its commitment to providing the highest standard of music education. The Recordings (PBR) showcase in January 2024 was a celebration of creativity and an exciting platform for artists, featuring Leah Haworth and Sam the Zoologist. The freshers event offered students a chance to mix, network, and enjoy stellar performances at The Macbeth.
The school's Instagram account provides real-time updates, making it easier for students and prospective students to stay informed about the school's activities and events. The January intake for the school is now open for students to start their journey. The school's achievements this year highlight its dedication to empowering students and helping them thrive in the music industry.
- Recognizing the strides made by educational institutions in 2024, the online school, Penn St campus in London, stands out with the opening of a state-of-the-art building for Music Education, offering opportunities in Vocal Performance, Music Production, Sound Engineering, and DJ Performance.
- In 2024, the Penn St campus in London also launched a new website, making it simpler for students to explore the school's resources, such as exclusive music-making tools, tutorials, and free sound libraries, underlining their dedication to online education and self-development in the music industry.
