AGANA HEIGHTS, Guam (May 8, 2026) - Rear Adm. Brett Mietus, commander, Joint Region Marianas, presents Connor S. Cox with the 27th Annual Student Excellence Award at Guam High School, May 8. Cox maintained a grade point average of 3.5 while balancing four Advanced Placement courses, extensive community volunteerism, and exemplary leadership as the NJROTC Color Guard Commander and Ordnance Officer, Mock Trial Captain and Star Attorney, and Soccer Team Captain. The Student Excellence Award is a Department of War Education Activity program that recognizes academic excellence, extracurricular activities, community service, and leadership of juniors throughout their three years of high school.

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