Eighth Grader Places Second at State Geography Bee

James Perry, a eighth grade student at The Donoho School, placed second in the state level geography been held at Samford University in March. The competition featured Alabama’s top 102 geography students ranging from grades fourth through eighth from 25 Alabama counties. The students qualified after winning contests at their schools and earning high marks on a test administered by the National Geographic Society.

James has represented Donoho in the state bee for the past three years, finishing fourth, eighth and third overall.

Congratulations, James!