Maia Ledwell is being honored this week as part of our Student Recognition Program. With a 3.9 unweighted GPA, Maia has distinguished herself not only through academic excellence, but through consistent and meaningful leadership in every area of her high school experience. An Honor Roll student with Math High Honor Recognition, she is a member of the National Math Honor Society, National Science Honor Society, National Honor Society, and National Art Honor Society, demonstrating both intellectual curiosity and a commitment to contributing beyond the classroom.
Maia’s academic achievements have earned her significant recognition. She is a recipient of the 2025 John and Abigail Adams Scholarship, the Dartmouth College Book Award, and the Rochester Institute of Technology Book Award. In 2025, she was also awarded the T. McGuire Memorial Scholarship, presented to a junior in the top 2% of the class who exemplifies leadership in athletics, student government, extracurricular activities, and community service — a description that truly reflects Maia’s impact. She has also received the No Guff Award in both her freshman and junior years, an honor given to students who embody kindness, acceptance, and positive influence within their class community. In addition, Maia earned Best in Show at the 2023 Barnstable County Fair for her ceramic piece, highlighting her creative leadership as well.
Leadership has been a defining theme of Maia’s high school career. She has served as a Student Government Representative all four years and attended the Massachusetts STAR Leadership Conference during her junior year. She is the Co-Founder of the Pickleball Club, helping build a new opportunity for students to connect and compete. Within Spanish Club, she serves as Historian, and she is actively involved in Women in STEM, Best Buddies, and Model UN. As a freshman, she participated in Clippers for Change, demonstrating early on her commitment to making a positive difference.
Maia also leads through service. She has dedicated substantial time to tutoring in chemistry and math, including service hours through the Math, Science, and National Honor Societies. She volunteers as a tennis coach with TJO Sports, contributing over 40 hours mentoring younger athletes, and has completed numerous additional community service hours across a range of initiatives. Her willingness to support and uplift others is a hallmark of her character.
In athletics, Maia leads both by performance and example. A four-year Varsity Tennis player, she served as Captain her junior and senior years. She was named 2025 MVP and earned both the Sportsmanship and Coaches Awards, in addition to being a three-time League All-Star and three-time All-Scholastic Team selection. She also played Varsity Volleyball, serving as Captain her senior year, earning MVP and League All-Star honors as a junior, and receiving multiple additional awards throughout her career. Her leadership extends beyond school athletics as well, having competed with Cape Cod Juniors Club Volleyball for four years.
Balancing all of these commitments, Maia also works at Quarterdeck Restaurant as a host and busser, demonstrating responsibility, time management, and professionalism.
Maia Ledwell exemplifies the kind of leader who elevates those around her — academically, athletically, and personally. We are proud to recognize her for her integrity, dedication, and lasting impact on her school and community. Congratulations, Maia!
