Adriana Santomero, a Lenape High School senior and president of the National Honor Society, has been named one of 53 state winners in the National Honor Society Scholarship from NASSP. Two hundred NHS finalists were first chosen from among nearly 5,000 applicants. From the 200 finalists, 53 state winners were selected. Each state winner receives a $1500 college scholarship.
Participating National Honor Society chapters from across the country nominated at least two senior members to compete in this year’s program. Finalists were selected on the basis of their leadership skills, participation in service organizations, clubs and other student groups at school and in the community, and their academic record. As a state winner, Santomero is recognized as one of the top 53 NHS members in the nation this school year.
“We are proud to recognize Santomero for her outstanding achievements and contributions to her school,” said Ann Postlewaite, NASSP director of student programs. “Students nominated for the NHS Scholarship not only demonstrate academic excellence, but also extraordinary performance in service, leadership, and character — traits that are more important today than ever before. In recognizing leadership and involvement in student activities as well as strong academic performance, the NHS Scholarship acknowledges the importance of a well -rounded education.”
