ALTON - James Sehorn and Nathanael Rich are the Alton-Godfrey Rotary Club Students of the Month for January 2026.
Sehorn is the son of John and Sarah Sehorn. Dedicated to his studies, he has achieved a GPA of 4.74, with many AP and Honors classes. He has always taken the most difficult classes while maintaining a spot on the High Honor Roll.
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Outside of academics, James has stayed very involved with athletics, playing Varsity Basketball and Baseball since freshman year. As a sophomore, he won an award for heart and character on the basketball team. James has also won Most Improved Player of the Year in both sports, showcasing his competitiveness and constant desire for greatness. James also has been active in various school organizations, such as the Pro-Life Club and reading at school Masses.
His most notable achievement to date is winning the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship as a Marine Option. This scholarship is extremely competitive, with less than 350 being awarded each year. Selectees are chosen based on leadership, academic achievement, and physical fitness. He is greatly honored by this scholarship, and is ready for the challenges that come by following that path.
After graduating from high school, James plans to attend either Notre Dame or the Naval Academy in Annapolis. He is planning to pursue a degree in Biochemistry and a commission as an officer in the Marine Corps after college. He has a great love for this country, and is ready and willing to serve it to the best of his abilities.
