Magaziner honors two Johnston students

Super students

Two Johnston students were among 58 high school juniors from across the state who received Young Leader Awards from Seth Magaziner, Rhode Island’s General Treasuer, during a special ceremony Monday at the State House.

The award is presented to high school juniors who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in math, economics, finance and business-related courses and is active in his or her community. Lucy M. Baxter, who lives in Johnston and attends Mount Saint Charles Academy in Woonsocket, and Gabriella Scarcella, who attends Johnston High School, were honored with the group Monday. Seth Magaziner, Rhode Island’s General Treasurer, is joined by Johnston residents Lucy M. Baxter (left) and Gabriella Scarcella during Monday’s Young Leaders Awards ceremony at the State House.