Marion High School senior Jaclyn DeForest attended the 27th annual Governor’s Scholars Awards program May 2 at Topeka.

The event recognizes the academic top 1 percent of Kansas high school seniors.

The program is funded by donations from private sector businesses in Kansas.

“These high school seniors have shown dedication in their studies and a commitment to learning,” Governor Mark Parkinson said. “They’ve earned this honor and I want to congratulate all of them on this achievement.”