4-13-2026 10:02pm

Carlisle High School Senior Represented Warren County For The Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Awards Program,

Beth Callahan Editor

Story and photo courtesy of Carlisle School District

CARLISLE, OH -- On Monday, April 13, 2026, the Ohio Educational Service Center Association (OESCA) recognized Ohio’s top students from all 88 counties during the 37th Annual Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Awards Program, held at the Ohioan Hotel & Event Center in Lewis Center, Ohio.

Among this year’s honorees was Drew Conger, a senior at Carlisle High School, representing Warren County. Drew has distinguished himself through outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and a strong commitment to both his school and community.

Nominated by one of Ohio’s 51 Educational Service Centers (ESCs), eligible applicants are high school seniors who demonstrate excellence through their grades, test scores, school involvement, community service, and honors.

“In order to achieve this level of success, these students have demonstrated a commitment to excellence, resilience, and grit,” said OESCA Executive Director Craig Burford.

For nearly four decades, OESCA has recognized more than 2,800 scholars and student leaders through this program. “Ohio’s ESCs have over a century of service in providing technical assistance and support to Ohio’s schools and students, and during this event we get to see the impact of that work,” Burford added. “We look forward to our continued partnership with students and families, school district leadership, and state policymakers to ensure students have equal access to high-quality educational opportunities and experiences, regardless of where they live and attend school.”

The award program, named in honor of Ohio’s 31st State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Franklin B. Walter, was established by OESCA in 1989 to recognize outstanding student leaders for their academic achievement and service. One senior from each county in Ohio is selected for this prestigious honor each year.