Congratulations to seven high school students who have been named “Nationally Recognized Students” in the College Board’s 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Nationally recognized students are:
Senior Jewel Diaz
Senior Nyree Hidalgo
Junior Gavin McGinnis
Junior Justin Roccabruna
Senior Robert Schultz
Senior Nicholas Sommella
Senior Baylie Touw
“We’re so proud of their achievements and are looking forward to seeing their continued success,” said Principal Kenneth Hauck. “This recognition is a testament to their hard work and dedication to their academic studies.”
The College Board National Recognition Programs award academic honors to high-performing, underrepresented students. The five national recognition programs include the National African American Recognition Program, National First-Generation Recognition Program (beginning in 2024), National Hispanic Recognition Program, National Indigenous Recognition Program, and National Rural and Small Town Recognition Program.
Recipients are strong academic performers. Students who take eligible administrations of the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, or AP Exams and meet the score requirements are considered for awards, according to the College Board. Students must also identify as African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Indigenous/Native American, first-generation, and/or attend high school in a rural area or small town. Many colleges intentionally recruit awardees, and school communities often celebrate students who receive these awards.