These DeKalb high schoolers were recently awarded the AJC Cup for being exceptional students. They're leaders, mentors and hardworking students who set the example at their schools. The AJC Cup has been given to students in the metro Atlanta area since 1928. Click on each student's name to learn more about them.

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Read more AJC Cup coverage at our hub. You can also find out what 7 useful qualities helped the AJC Cup winners grow and succeed. 

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