Silas Withrow, a student at John Carroll Catholic High School, was accepted to the Alabama Governor’s School at Samford University, which took place June 15-27. Established in 1987, the residential honors program is funded by the State of Alabama and Samford University and provides academic, creative, and leadership experiences for a limited number of rising high school juniors and seniors. Students must have demonstrated exceptional ability and achievement in their studies and show high intellectual and creative potential. The school provides leadership development, networking, college experience, and service and scholarship opportunities.