Explore the New Manufacturing announced today that Alexandria “Lexi” Harper has been recognized with an Emerging Elite in Manufacturing Award. A senior, Lexi attends Riverside High School, where she concentrates her studies on the environment and organizing and engaging in activities that can make a difference. Lexi will receive a $500 award designated for scholarships, certification fees, or specialty equipment. She will also be presented with a commemorative wooden plaque and gift basket featuring products made in West Virginia.
“Alexandria is a leader amongst her classmates. She exhibits this by being president of the Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society, captain of the cheerleading team, and member at large of the National Beta Club. She leads not only officers and captains in these clubs but also helps out in the classroom when needed,” said Tara Veazey of Riverside High School.
Launched in 2020, the Emerging Elite in Manufacturing and Outstanding Industry Educator awards celebrate the skills and dedication of students and educators across West Virginia. “Alexandria’s passion for the environment has led her to discover how engineering can be used to provide innovative solutions,” said Explore the New Manufacturing’s executive director, Monica Cross. “The Explore team is happy to include Alexandria Harper in our 2024 class of Emerging Elite in Manufacturing awardees and wish her luck on her future career aspirations.”
The Emerging Elite in Manufacturing awards recognize West Virginia high school students who have excelled in manufacturing-related technical education and STEM courses. Each awardee demonstrates workforce-ready technical and communication skills critical to successful employee performance.
Lexi’s award is part of Explore’s Emerging Elite in Manufacturing and Outstanding Industry Educator awards. Profiles of all award recipients will be available on the Explore the New Manufacturing website after they have been announced. https://www.exploremfgwv.com/awards
