Alden receives Foxcroft Academy’s MPA Principal’s Award

DOVER-FOXCROFT — Emma Alden, a senior at Foxcroft Academy, has been selected to receive the 2026 MPA Principal’s Award. Sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, this award recognizes a high school senior’s academic excellence, outstanding school citizenship and leadership.

Alden is the daughter of Ken and Robbin Alden and resides in Monson. She has been actively involved at Foxcroft Academy, enrolling in several advanced courses, including AP and IB programs. Alden served as captain of both the fall and winter cheer teams during her junior and senior years. Additionally, she has held several leadership positions, including Student Council president, co-president of the National Honor Society and Key Club secretary. Alden is also a member of the Spanish Club, Global Ambassadors and Select Choir.

“Emma is a leader both inside and outside the classroom, serving as an excellent role model for all students,” says Arnold Shorey, head of school. “She takes her academics very seriously, but also appreciates the importance of participating in all aspects of high school life. She leads by example and truly cares about her fellow classmates.”

Alden and Shorey will attend an honors luncheon with other award winners and their principals at Jeff’s Catering in Brewer on Saturday, April 11. This event honors these exceptional students by presenting an individual plaque and awarding 10 $1,000 scholarships in the names of former Maine principals and MPA Executive Directors: Horace O. McGowan, Richard W. Tyler and Richard A. Durost.

The MPA Principal’s Award is given yearly at more than 100 Maine public and private high schools by member principals of the MPA, the professional association representing Maine’s school administrators.