ATLANTA — The National Society of High School Scholars has announced the selection of Tinian High School student Nikita P. Mendiola for membership.
The society recognizes the top scholars in the nation and invites only those students who have achieved superior academic excellence.
The announcement was made by NSHSS founder and chairman Claes Nobel, a senior member of the Swedish Nobel family.
“On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and commitment that Nikita has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence,” said Nobel. “Nikita 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 Nikita build on their academic successes 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 educational partners, online forums, personalized recognition items, 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.