The University of Iowa Belin-Blank center has honored several Winneshiek County students

(Left to right): North Winneshiek teacher Carole Sand, North Winneshiek student Maria Hendrickson and Dr. Susan Assouline, director of the Belin-Blank Center

Four students and two teachers from Winneshiek County were among those recognized over the weekend at an awards ceremony held by the University of Iowa in Iowa City.

North Winneshiek student Maria Hendrickson and Decorah students Robert Berger and Logan Brauer and St. Benedict student Gavin Thorson were recognized, as were North Winneshiek teacher Carole Sand and St. Benedict teacher MaryAnn Krammen.

:The University of Iowa's Belin-Blank Center is dedicated to providing services for gifted and talented students.