Best of Class High Honor Student Celebration

Vermilion Advantage is proud to host, on an annual basis, the Vermilion County Best of Class High Honor Student Celebration (formerly known as the Honor Student Banquet) which recognizes the academic excellence and achievements of Vermilion County’s graduating seniors – public and private high schools.   

Each spring, Vermilion County schools are asked to send the names of the senior students who have achieved a cumulative grade point of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 or 4.5 out of a 5.0 scale during their first seven semesters. 

Congratulatory letters are then sent to the parents/guardians inviting them to the honor ceremony, which includes appetizers, desserts and refreshments.  The 2011 Best of Class High Honor Student Celebration for all schools in Vermilion County was held at the Danville High School Auditorium on Sunday, April 3, from 3-5 p.m.  Students and parents attended at no cost thanks to sponsorships from Vermilion Advantage members, area businesses and individuals who continue to support our educational initiatives.

In 2011, 183 seniors meet the requirements, and at the April 3 Celebration, academic excellence certificates were presented to those students that could attend – a proud moment for parents, guardians, guests and teachers.

2011 marked the 26th Annual Vermilion County Student Honor Ceremony, honoring the students, parents and schools.