The best and brightest from the Class of 2022 were recognized for their academic achievements during their high school career.

On May 9, Governor Kristi Noem and the Associated School Boards of South Dakota (ASBSD) honored students who were identified as the top one percent of their senior class, from the state's Public, Private and Tribal/BIE schools as part of the 32nd Annual Academic Excellence Recognition event.

Students designated as their high school's honoree(s) received a certificate, South Dakota pin and the opportunity to meet and have their photo taken with Governor Noem. The Ipswic...