HCPSS Students Place in 2021 Maryland State Literacy Contest

April 30th, 2021

Three HCPSS high school students recently won top awards at the State of Maryland Literacy Association’s 2021 Contest. This honor recognizes some of the best young adult poets and storytellers in the state of Maryland.

The following students were recognized for their writing:

• Shoshanah Hornum, Wilde Lake High School, first place in poetry for Grade 12
• Jolani Santos Leon, Long Reach High School, second place winner in poetry for Grade 9
• Claire Fagan, River Hill High School, second place winner in the short story category for Grade 10

Hornum, Leon and Fagan were recognized for their awards at the April 29, 2021, HCPSS Board of Education meeting.