student achievement

The student achievement tag follows notable accomplishments in practical technology skills, including Ethan Strayer’s 2026 U.S. championship in Microsoft Excel for Microsoft 365 Apps. A rising senior at Teton High School in Idaho, Strayer earned the title at Certiport’s Microsoft Office Specialist U.S. National Championship and advanced to the world championship in Anaheim, California. His result highlights how spreadsheet knowledge remains a meaningful way for students to demonstrate accuracy, problem-solving, and confidence with widely used workplace software. This page collects coverage of student achievement connected to Microsoft 365, Excel competitions, and the next generation of technical users.