89 WMS students participated in this year's Ohio Model UN Conference

In March, 89 Wyoming Middle School 6th, 7th & 8th grade students participated in the Ohio Model United Nations (UN) Conference in Columbus. Led by Advisors Nick Allen and Raena Monks and supported by 16 parent chaperones, our students presented their UN resolutions and engaged in rigorous debate, while representing the viewpoints of their nations. They also shared their understanding of culture by performing an original talent entry. Additionally, the students participated in writing contests, where they were challenged to address world issues, define what it means to be citizens of the world, and peacefully resolve conflict.

Our students were recognized for their thoughtful debate, well written resolutions, and unique representations of culture. Of the 90 nations represented, 10 nations were recognized for having an outstanding resolutions and four of those nations were Wyoming Middle School (WMS) teams: Austria, Malta, Portugal, Uruguay. 

Other WMS team countries also earned awards:

• The nation of Ethiopia earned an Outstanding Culture award.
• The nation of Tuvalu earned runner-up for the Talent Showcase.

Of the ten awards given for Outstanding Delegate, WMS earned three! Congratulations Whitney J., Luisa L., and Camden F.

More WMS students earned individual awards:

• Dimitri M. placed first in the Current Events Contest. 
• Whitney J. placed first in the Peace Essay Contest.
• Hannah S. was the runner-up for the World Problem Solving Contest.
• Nolan B., Autumn C., Dimitri M., and Ellie J. were recipients of the Outstanding Leadership award.

And WMS students Genevieve S., Henry H., and Bea S. were elected for the role of Council President for the 2027 conference.

All of the WMS teams did an outstanding job in representing their member nation, their school, and our community. Great job students!