Franklin High Senior Honored With Bronze Cross

The prestigious Bronze Cross was pinned on Cadet Lt. Col. Tia Hyatt Thursday afternoon during a special ceremony in front of Franklin High School.

With her fellow JROTC cadets around her and teachers, friends and loved ones watching, Assistant Principal Shane Pantall presented the Legion of Valor Bronze Cross to the accomplished cadet.

This honor is awarded to only a small number of cadets each year. The bronze cross hangs on a red white and blue ribbon, and is given only to cadets excelling in academics, JROTC, community service, and dedication.

Hyatt’s name will be inscribed at the Library of Congress along with other cadets that have received the award.