City Council Recognizes Norcross HS Senior for Earning Eagle Scout Rank

The Boy Scouts of America’s highest rank is that of Eagle Scout. Achieving this prestigious milestone is considered Scouting’s highest accomplishment. At its April 27, 2021 meeting, the Peachtree Corners City Council had the pleasure of presenting Peachtree Corners resident Niko Avradopoulos, a senior at Norcross High School, and member of Troop 650 with a formal proclamation in recognition of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

The requirements for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, which are attained by only 8% of Boy Scouts, are numerous including earning at least 21 merit badges, demonstrating Scout Spirit, and demonstrating leadership in their troop.

One requirement for Niko’s Eagle Scout award was to interview a member of the city council. City Councilman Eric Christ was selected because the Avradopoulos family lives in his district.

The final requirement requires the Scout to plan, organize, lead, and manage a community service project.

For his service project, the high school senior hand-built eight picnic tables for Peachtree Elementary School for the students to use so they could socially distance during lunches.

Niko became his troop’s 80^th Scout to attain the rank of Eagle Scout extending Troop 350’s record of success. The troop meets at nearby Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church.

“The council and I are so pleased to have the opportunity to recognize Niko for his achievement,” said Mayor Mike Mason. “The Eagle Scout badge is recognized as a mark of distinction; it signifies a dedication that few can meet. We are honored to be able to present the city’s proclamation to this fine young man.”