The new academy would have a strong emphasis on leadership, high academic achievement and an all-round education, Dr Seldon said.

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"High standards of behaviour and very high aspirations in terms of academic achievement are at the heart of what we're about, and having an aspirational building supports that drive, " he said.

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When Geovani was in high school, the principal wanted to honor his academic achievement by displaying his photo in school hallways.

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