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Overcast Atlantic Beach resident Matthew Sharin earns Eagle Scout honor
The list of Eagle Scouts is dotted with famous names from Neil Armstrong to Gerald Ford and Steven Speilberg, along with many others. Now add Atlantic Beach resident Matthew Sharin to that noted roll call.
Sharin, a Lawrence High School senior and the Class of 2023’s valedictorian, became Boy Scout Troop 20’s first Eagle Scout since 2010. The troop was re-launched four years ago.
Beginning in scouting as a third-grader, Sharin advanced from the rank of Tenderfoot to 2nd Class, 1st Class, Star and Life. He also completed the required community service project. Sharin designed and installed signs in Atlantic Beach that provide information on the importance of sand dunes.
It takes a scout several years to achieve the highest ranking. Only 4 percent of all Boy Scouts attain Eagle Scout.
The Court of Honor took place at St. John’s Trinity Church in Hewlett on March 26.
