MADERA COUNTY, CA – Madera County students delivered an outstanding performance at recent statewide competitions, earning top honors and bringing home awards in both the California Academic Decathlon and Mock Trial.
Students from Glacier High School Charter captured four medals at the California Academic Decathlon, highlighted by a historic achievement from Hope Judd. Judd earned a silver medal as the second-highest scoring student overall in the Division IV Scholastic category—the first time a Madera County student has reached this level of recognition. She also earned two bronze medals in art and literature, showcasing her well-rounded academic excellence.
Adding to Glacier High’s success, Ian Judd earned a bronze medal in science and was the highest-scoring member of his team, further demonstrating the strength and dedication of Madera County students.
At the California Mock Trial state competition, Eliana Cantu of Matilda Torres High School was recognized as Outstanding Defense Pretrial Attorney, an honor awarded by
scoring attorneys to students who demonstrate exceptional skill, preparation, and courtroom presence.
“These achievements reflect the incredible talent, hard work, and commitment of our students,” said Tricia Protzman, Madera County Superintendent of Schools. “Competing and excelling at the state level is no small feat. We are immensely proud of these students for representing Madera County with such excellence.”…