We would like to congratulate seniors Calla B., Taleen B., and Sarah D. for being named Commended Students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. Although they will not continue in the competition, Commended Students are those who have placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the competition by taking the 2022 PSAT/NMSQT.

Calla is an outstanding student who will have completed seven AP courses by graduation. She also serves on Student Council and leads the musical stage crew. As a student-athlete, Calla is captain of the SUA Crew team and has participated in elite training camps. She volunteers with Gliding Stars, works as a camp counselor, and is a leader in the Toledo ZOOTeen Program.

Taleen is an amazing student with a strong academic record. She will have completed eight AP courses by graduation. She is a member of the newspaper staff and plays both softball and basketball. Taleen has volunteered significant time in her community that includes work with Toledo ZOOTeen and Project Unify. 

Sarah is an exceptional student and will have completed three AP courses by graduation. She is a member of the STEM Club and helps build drivable robots that are used in competitions. Sarah also serves as a member of the Ambassador Society and volunteers in the community at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library and St. Joseph Sylvania Parish School.