Michael Piper Named a 2025 Georgia Scholar

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DACULA, Ga. – The Georgia Department of Education recognized 145 graduating seniors across the state as 2025 Georgia Scholars, with Hebron Christian Academy senior Michael Piper among those honored by State School Superintendent Richard Woods.

GaDOE identifies and honors high school seniors who have achieved excellence in school and community life through the Georgia Scholar program. Each honoree receives a seal for their diploma along with a graduation cord to recognize their achievement.

Piper will be attending the Georgia Institute of Technology this fall, majoring in Computer Science. He has been accepted into the Georgia Tech Honors Program and is a Zell Miller Scholarship recipient. Piper earned the AP Scholar with Honor Award, the 2025 High Honors and Highest Honors Awards, and the 2024 Georgia Certificate of Merit Award. 

A dedicated student and leader, he was recognized as a Top Ten Student in both 2023 and 2024 and is an Eagle Scout. Piper is also the recipient of the Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society Medallion and the National Honor Society Honor Stole.

“Congratulations to the 145 outstanding students honored as Georgia Scholars this year!” Superintendent Woods said. “This prestigious recognition identifies students who go above and beyond in all aspects of life – both within the school walls and in the community. I wish them great success in their futures and can’t wait to see the impact they make on our state, nation, and world.”

Georgia Scholars carried exemplary course loads during their four years of high school, performed excellently in all courses, successfully participated in interscholastic events within their schools and communities, and assumed leadership roles in extracurricular activities sponsored by their schools.

The Georgia Scholar program is coordinated by GaDOE in partnership with local districts and schools.

Piper will graduate at HCA's Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 16 at 7 p.m. at Hebron Church.