WATCH: Top of the Class honors top students of the Wabash Valley
WTWO understands that years of hard work in the classroom and at home have allowed these students to achieve this honor. Wednesday the students will attend a luncheon to celebrate their accomplishments at North Central High School starting at 11 a.m. (EDT).
Sullivan Library faces budget issues with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
While this class is no different than all the others that have been honored, they represent the future. WTWO, Lincoln Trail College, Pepsi, and Piloni's are proud to recognize them as the Top of the Class 2025.
Watch the entire ceremony (estimated to start around 12:30 p.m.) live in the video player above.
Click here to view the full list of students being honored as well as see photos of the event as the day progresses.
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