The Graham Academy Mayor for the Day Featured in Local News

The Graham Academy students recently took part in a powerful “Mayor for the Day” experience in Wilkes-Barre, stepping into leadership roles across the city while helping raise awareness during World Autism Month.

The event drew attention from multiple local news outlets, each highlighting the impact of inclusion, community involvement, and student achievement in its own way.

Below is a look at how the story was covered across the region.

WNEP Covers Students Leading Wilkes-Barre

WNEP-TV highlighted how students stepped into real leadership roles, including mayor, fire chief, and police chief for the day.

The coverage emphasized community awareness and student participation in meaningful civic experiences.

The Citizens Voice Highlights Autism Awareness Efforts

The Citizens Voice emphasized student recognition and a strong focus on community and autism awareness.

The article also spotlighted each student honored during the event and their symbolic leadership roles within the city.

Times Leader Shares Student Experiences in Action

Times Leader offered a closer look at students’ hands-on experiences with city departments like the fire and police departments.

Their coverage captured the joy, confidence, and growth students experienced throughout the day.

FOX56 Highlights Leadership and Inclusion

FOX56 WOLF-TV focused on the ceremony at City Hall, where students were officially recognized and given the opportunity to shadow local leaders.

The story highlighted the partnership between Graham Academy and the city, along with its impact on confidence and inclusion.