Celebration Planned for Gatton Academy

Earlier this year Newsweek magazine named the Carol Martin Gatton Academy of Mathematics and Science in Kentucky at WKU "America's Number One High School." On Monday, September 24th, a celebration will be held on the WKU campus, with Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear scheduled to speak.

Chad Phillips, Gatton Academy Assistant Director of Admissions and External Relations, says the celebration will honor students, educators, business leaders, government officials and other individuals who have helped to ensure the success of the academy. 

He told WKU Public Radio, "its a celebration for the whole Western community and the state, as well. "

Tours of the Academy will be included in the celebration, which will run from  3pm until 5pm, central time.  The Gatton Academy is located in Florence Schneider Hall on the WKU campus.