 A Calhoun County High School student has been recognized for superior academic
achievement by The National Society of High School Scholars.
Elizabeth
Duskey (left) of Grantsville, West Virginia, has been selected for membership. The
society recognizes the top scholars in the nation and invites only those
students who have achieved superior-academic excellence. NSHSS Founder and
Chairman Claes Nobel, senior member of the Nobel Prize family, made the
announcement.
"On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and
commitment that Elizabeth has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level
of academic excellence," said Mr. Nobel.
"Elizabeth is now a member of a
unique community of scholars -- a community that represents our very best
hope for the future."
"Our vision is to build a dynamic international organization that connects
members with meaningful content, resources, and opportunities," stated NSHSS
President James Lewis. "We aim to help students like Elizabeth build on
their academic successes-and enhance skills and enhance the skills and
desires to have a positive impact on the global community. "
Membership in NSHSS entitles qualified students to enjoy a wide variety of
benefits, including scholarship. opportunities, academic competitions, free
events, member-only resources, publications, participation in programs
offered by education partners, online forums, personalized recognition
items, and publicity honors.
Formed in 2002, The National Society of High School Scholars recognizes
academic excellence at the high school level and encourages members of the,
organization to apply their unique talents, vision, and potential for the
betterment of themselves and the world. Currently, there are more than
150,000 Society members, representing 15,000 high schools in nearly 20
countries. NSHSS advocates for scholarship opportunities for deserving young
people and has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships since its
inception just two years ago.
For more information about NSHSS visit www.nshss.org
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