National Merit recognizes seven additional MISD students

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Seven Midland ISD students have been recognized as “Commended Students” by the National Merit Scholarship Program, the school district announced on Wednesday. In order to qualify, the students scored among the top three percent of all participants nationally on the PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

MISD said these students bring the total number of students recognized by National Merit to 10, up from the four in 2023, and the two in 2022. This year’s Commended Students include:

• Eliana Aguila, Midland High School
• Aidan Sanchez, Midland High School
• Ryan Rounds, Legacy High School
• Paula Padron, Young Women’s Leadership Academy
• Hannah Russum, Young Women’s Leadership Academy
• Sumi Schwarz, Early College High School
• McKensey Dunaway, Early College High School

“The achievements of these students are a testament to their hard work and dedication,” said Dr. Amanda Melchor, MISD’s Executive Director of Secondary Teaching and Learning. “Being named a Commended Student is an incredible accomplishment that will enhance college and career prospects and raise the profile of MISD academics as a whole.”

Commended Scholars and National Merit Semi-finalists will be recognized at the October 15 board meeting.

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