Cameron Johnson recognized among KWWL’s “Best of the Class” ...

Cameron Johnson from Waukon High School in the Allamakee Community School District was honored as a member of the 2024 Best of the Class. Television station KWWL in Waterloo and the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) recognized valedictorians or top graduating seniors from across eastern Iowa at a celebration Saturday, April 27 at the McLeod Center on the UNI campus in Cedar Falls.

KWWL Vice President and General Manager John Huff noted, “KWWL is proud to be associated with an event that shines a light on these outstanding students, their families, and schools.” Best of the Class students had the opportunity to be photographed with KWWL news anchors Ron Steele and Elizabeth Klinge, Luke Burdsall, Chief Meteorologist Mark Schnackenberg, and Sports Director Rick Coleman. Additionally, the students were recorded for a series of promotional announcements that have been airing on KWWL, and are available for viewing at KWWL.com. Kee High School senior Kaylee Hawes was also selected as a “Best of the Class” honoree but was not available for her photo or video recording.

In its 40 years of recognizing academic excellence, KWWL’s Best of the Class has honored over 4,800 top graduating seniors. Best of the Class is a joint public service/community relations effort that encourages academic excellence among high school students by recognizing students who serve as role models in their communities. Submitted photo.