Seven Butler County youths graduated from Reach Cyber Charter School this year, among 699 in the statewide Science, Technology, Engineering and Math school.

They are Zaira Gilliland, Riley Hodges, Lauren Mayes, Kendra McCardle, Kiersten McCardle, Paul Richter and Brody Stehle.

The members of the Class of 2026 will go on to attend 58 unique colleges, universities and training centers across 11 states and Washington, D.C., according to Reach Cyber Charter.

Thirty-six percent of graduates will attend two- or four-year colleges and universities, 21% will pursue technical or trade programs and 32% are entering the workforce directly, with many beginning careers in skilled trades, general labor, service industries and agriculture.