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Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  ACP Erie senior Kazushi Iwamoto was named a National Merit Finalist. Kazushi is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Kazushi will be headed to UCLA in the fall. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Sharmila Nimbkar was an active member of Speech and Debate, National Honor Society, Tutor Club, and played on the volleyball team for three years, captain during her sophomore and junior years. As a captain of the Public Forum Debate team and she spent the last two years coaching the ACP Knights speech and debate team. Sharmila was the first debate champion in ACP history in 2018 and also won the 2020 Public Forum debate state championship. Sharmila also qualified for a national silver debate bid at Columbia University in 2019. During her senior year she developed a comprehensive open source debate curriculum, accessible to all students for free and regardless of school affiliation. She was awarded the James T. Anthony scholarship after a 12 year course of study in the Arizona Study Program for piano performance and music theory. Sharmila will graduate summa cum laude and as an AP scholar with distinction, National Merit Scholar, and a Flinn Foundation Finalist. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Perry High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Perry senior Layla Mushtaq participated in volunteering clubs for three years of high school, and was in orchestra for all four. She was recognized with an Academic Excellence award her senior and junior years, and was an active member of the Music Honors Society. Layla will be attending Arizona State University on a scholarship where she will pursue a Bachelors of Science in sustainability. Perry High Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Orchee Syed was named a National Merit Finalist, one of 15,000 nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists represent the top 0.5% of each state's senior students. Orchee participated actively in ACP's State-Champion Speech and Debate team, taking two trophies in the Arizona State tournament and amassing eleven individual trophies over the course of three years. She was also president of our inaugural chapter of International Thespian Society, the theatre troupe Knights On Stage Theatre Company, and performed in four of the company's shows. She is graduating summa cum laude and starting undergrad at Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University in the fall to pursue a Bachelor's degree in psychology. Orchee hopes to attend grad school and earn her PhD to become a licensed clinical psychologist. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Senior Elaina Ashton of Arizona College Prep was recognized by Junior Achievement (JA) as one of this year's JA 18 Under 18 -- students who are not waiting until they are adults to make a difference. Elaina is already making lasting change in her community, the state and even the world! (And she's under 18 years of age!) As the co-founder of Education Empowers Inc., Elaina helps to increase awareness of STEM-related activities and curriculum to kids who might otherwise not receive that instruction. Read more about Elaina’s recognition and accomplishments here: Junior Achievement's Arizona 18 under 18 Awards Program. Congratulations, Elaina! ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Basha High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Basha High senior Vennela Ambadipudi was named a National Merit Finalist. Vennela is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Basha High Seniors Highlights

Basha High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Basha High senior Maxwell Turner was named a National Merit Finalist. Maxwell is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Basha High Seniors Highlights

Casteel High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Sarah Horn has been an accomplished artist through her junior high and high school years. She has won awards and has been featured in the Tempe Art Festival for four years. Her art has been featured at school as well. She took AP Art her junior year and received the highest points for the course. She has maintained over a 4.0 GPA for all four years of high school, receiving an award for her GPA and art at the annual awards night. During her senior year, she continued to take AP courses and dual enrollment while working outside of school. She plans to attend a local community college for the first two years of her four year degree. She has always been a focused, hard-working student throughout her school years. Casteel High Seniors Highlights

Chandler Online Academy (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Kaleb Heimburg came to Chandler Online Academy to pursue a higher level of competition in his sport of rodeo where he competes in roping. He has excelled as an online student and done very well on the rodeo circuit, even qualifying for the Junior World Finals in Team Roping. Next year, he will attend Chandler-Gilbert Community College where he will begin to earn a degree in accounting and finance. Congratulations Kaleb! We are excited to watch you continue to pursue those things in life that bring you such happiness. Your work ethic and desire to succeed will serve you very well! Chandler Online Academy Seniors Highlights

Chandler Online Academy (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Mark Self came to Chandler Online Academy to have more time to train in his chosen sport of gymnastics. Mark succeeded with his academics, his athletics and with his career training. He competed in Regionals for his gym as a level 10 gymnast and also earned his Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification while attending the East Valley Institute of Technology. Next year, he will use his CCNA and other Cybersecurity certifications to begin his career in Information Technology. His favorite quote by Juan DeBiedma summarizes his thoughts about this next part of his life: "It's my personal belief that human beings are naturally meant to persevere. No matter what happens, as long as we simply make the decision not to give up, it simply does get better if you believe it will. " Mark has never given up on any dream he has set out to pursue and has found great success. Congratulations Mark! We are grateful to have watched you persevere and rise above all expectations! Chandler Online Academy Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Sophia Crone is an excellent student and an exceptional individual. She is caring, patient and most importantly a team player. Sophia is very kind to all her classmates and doesn’t hesitate to tutor them if they need help. Her positive attitude, kind smile and daily deeds from her heart without expecting rewards is commendable. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Stormy Light goes above and beyond her role as a student to help those around her. Besides her excellent attendance record and always being on time, Stormy helps fellow students and is always eager to share what she has learned. Even when it's at times difficult to do so, Stormy keeps a positive attitude and helps with class morale. She is an amazing young woman who deserves to be recognized. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Aamina Ahmed is graduating not only with her high school diploma, but with an Associates in Science degree as well. She will attend ASU Barrett with a major in medical microbiology on a pre-med track, and plans to attend medical school. Aamina spent six wonderful years at ACP in which she spent her high school years achieving academic excellence, graduating summa cum laude and as an AP Scholar. She participated in Key Club, National Honor Society, She's the First, Chinese Club, and Red Cross, held numerous officer positions. She devoted time to volunteering as well as playing varsity tennis for all four years, the team captain her senior year. Aamina truly enjoyed her time learning and growing at ACP and establishing cherished connections with those on campus. She is grateful for all that ACP has taught her and hopes to continue her academic future utilizing her academic, creative, and leadership skills developed at ACP. Aamina is excited for all that the future has to offer! ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Alex James Gilchrist is an outstanding student-athlete who consistently strives for athletic and academic excellence and was the recipient of the Big4 Award for Track last year. A true competitor, Alex has proudly defended ACP's Knight honor on the football field, basketball court and track. Despite being diagnosed as a Type 1 diabetic the first day of his freshman year and having knee surgery and shoulder injuries, Alex persevered and was one of the starters for ACP's varsity football team every year since its inception in 2017. In addition, Alex was also a true Knight on ACP's varsity track team for four years and on the JV Basketball team for two years. He was a member of the Honor Society and Key Club. Alex's hard work and dedication has resulted in graduating with academic summa cum laude honors and as an AP Scholar with Distinction. Alex will study biology at ASU in the fall and has plans to attend medical school in the future. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Mariam Khan will be going to Arizona State University studying biological sciences. From a young age, she always had an immense amount of compassion for helping others and plans to pursue this passion in the medical field. Mariam's pride and joy is the school's Red Cross Club, which she founded and presided over. Outside of school, Mariam is known in our community as an avid volunteer, earning Volunteer of the Year at Helping Hands and collecting over 300 hours of service there. We cannot wait to see what she accomplishes in the future. Congratulations, Mariam! ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Ashleigh Griffin, a member of the Arizona College Prep - Erie Class of 2020, has thrived at ACP where she was challenged both academically and personally. We are so proud of her dedication and achievements. Ashleigh has maintained a 4.5 GPA and received AP Scholar with Distinction honors. She has been a member of several clubs at ACP including National Honor Society, UNICEF, and Red Cross. In addition to academics, Ashleigh has pursued her passion for dance during the past 12 years, training at several elite ballet schools and competing both regionally and nationally with her dance team. At ACP, she was a member of the ACP Spiritline team where she served as JV and varsity captain of both the cheer and pom teams. She also competed both regionally and nationally with the cheer and pom teams. Ashleigh would like to pursue a career in medicine and hopes to become a cardio-thoracic surgeon. She plans to attend the University of Washington as a pre-public health major in the fall. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Ayaan Omair has been a part of the Arizona College Prep - Erie family since 7th grade. He was in the high school basketball team as an underclassman and a part of the track and field team as a senior. He has actively volunteered in our community center helping the youth. Ayaan is a kind and friendly person who loves to help people in need. He will be attending Arizona State University to study aerospace engineering. We wish him all the best for his future. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Curtis Wilkerson is a pursuer of excellence. He is a scholar, entrepreneur, and a natural born leader. His hard work in academics has earned him several scholarships. He is a proud winner of the four year National Army ROTC scholarship. He also earned the Dean's Award and the ASU Medallion Scholarship. He plans to attend ASU's College of Nursing and serve in the Army Nurse Corps after graduation. Curtis was a varsity wrestler at ACP Erie and qualified for the state wrestling tournament his junior and senior years. Watching Curtis grow into a confident, successful young man has been a joyous journey. Be fearless, Curtis! We are proud of you! ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Ahmad Shaltot is an ACP Knight, having been part of the ACP family since 9th grade. He is graduating this year to attend ASU and pursue his passion for cars as a mechanical engineer. Ahmad worked hard the past four years and earned the New American University Scholarship. Ahmad is a very kind and caring friend, always being the one to make people smile the second he walks into the room. We're so proud of how far he's come today. Ahmad managed the boys volleyball team throughout the season and created his own club, "Super Smash Bros," as a fun activity to have with his friends. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Zoe Felbein is a senior at Arizona College Prep. She has throughly enjoyed being a Knight. Zoe has supported her school by participating in the varsity spiritline for four years and serving as a team captain her senior year. Cheering on her team at the inaugural ACP Erie football game is a high school memory she will cherish forever. Zoe also served her school by participating in student government for three years. In Zoe's senior year, she joined DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) and took 2nd in State for Hospitality and Lodging Management role play. Zoe also has a passion for ice skating and has been a competitive figure skater for 12 years, achieving Junior Ladies status nationally. Zoe will always remember her school with the fondest of memories and will embody the motto of "Strive for the Impossible and Be Extraordinary" as she attends the University of Nevada, Las Vegas to study hospitality management and marketing. ACP Erie Seniors Highlights

Basha High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Lewis Alexander has been a part of the Basha community for seven years, as he is also a former Basha AMS (Accelerated Middle School student). Lewis has taken multiple AP courses and maintained a 4.6 GPA, but is best known as "Mr. Lewis" in his role in our early childhood education program, where he was hired this year as an after school care worker. He is a National AP Scholar, and is receiving a national certification, the Child Development Associate credential. He was a member of the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) and won gold medals at state and national competitions for his contribution to our community service project, Petite Picassos. Lewis plays the guitar and drums and is a member of the National Honor Society, Chinese National Honor Society and Science is Fun. He is attending University of Arizona Honors College in the fall on a full tuition scholarship, studying to be a pharmacist. Basha High Seniors Highlights

Basha High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Morgan Allen has been a member of the Kismet Dance Company and an active participant of the Basha dance program for four years. Morgan has been an excellent student and has lent her time and talents to various community service projects. She will be attending Scottsdale Community College and Arizona State University where she will study business and dance. Basha High Seniors Highlights

Casteel High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Jackson Kendall is a perceptive, kind, hardworking leader and gentle giant, as well as an entrepreneurial pool builder. At 17, he was busy making his own car payments, paying towards owning his own piece of heavy equipment, and working on a home remodel with his dad in his spare time. Jackson is a true inspiration to fellow students. When Jackson was done with school each day, he went to work digging pools and transporting heavy equipment, sometimes getting home around midnight. Jackson loves football. Even after suffering an injury during his senior year, Jackson was always there to support his teammates and cheer everyone on. Jackson was always checking in on his friends in the special education classroom. He went out of his way to develop bonds with each of these kids and check in with their teachers to see how he could reach out to or help them. More amazingly, he would notice when something seemed amiss and mention it in hopes that he could help everyone fit in and be well. Casteel High Seniors Highlights

Casteel High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Kylie Ibach has maintained a 4.7 GPA and is a National Honor Society member as well as one of the officers (historian). She has lettered in varsity soccer for four years, track for two years, and badminton one year. Kylie has helped earned two state championships for the women's soccer team. She will be attending The Master's University in California with academic and soccer scholarships. Kylie will studying kinesiology with emphasis on pre-physical therapy. Kylie will also be playing on their women's soccer team. She has earned three scholarships from The Master's University: Master's Distinguished Award, Founder Donor Grant, and the Kinesiology Center of Excellence Scholarship. Casteel High Seniors Highlights

Casteel High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Brooks Westover is continually dedicated to learning. He comes to class ready to participate in inquiry with a genuine desire to grow. He is also an avid reader and readily contributes to class discussions using literary connections. Casteel High Seniors Highlights

Casteel High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Macey Clausen is a dedicated performer in both choir and theatre. She is a member of the Concert Choir as well as the Jazz Choir. She is the only student to ever make the All-State Concert Choir, All-State Jazz Choir, and the All-State Show choir in the same year! She is a gifted musician and excels in piano and voice. She currently has a private music studio of 11 students! Macey has played numerous roles on stage, from the quirky but lovable Miss Hannigan in Annie to the fun-loving teen Kim MacAfee in Bye Bye Birdie. Currently, she serves as Drama Club vice president and Jazz Choir vice president. She is also a member of National Honor Society, French National Honor Society, and has a 4.5 GPA. Macey plans to attend Brigham Young University next year to study music or business. Casteel High Seniors Highlights

Casteel High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Jaden Coles shows his courage in the choice to walk the road less traveled, a path that requires commitment to excellence and dedication to learning, as well as commitment to his community. He consistently displays character in his choices, managing his academic, athletic, and personal lives in ways that reflect his belief in honor and integrity in all situations. He is an athlete for Casteel and plays volleyball. Jaden has been an amazing team player and the ultimate teammate. He has worked extremely hard on improving his skills on the court and strength in the weight room. Quiet at times, but once he stepped on the volleyball court, Jaden was a fierce competitor! Jaden is an awesome student-athlete and he has a bright future ahead of him. He will be attending Brigham Young University this fall. Casteel High Seniors Highlights

Casteel High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Samantha Suarez' poem "Hands Held Together" was awarded first place in the 2020 Chandler's Young Artists and Authors Program (YAAS). Samantha earned the Presidential Scholarship and plans to attend Chandler-Gilbert Community College. She enjoys dance and wants to study film production. Casteel High Seniors Highlights

Chandler High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Sachit Swaminathan was president of the National Honor Society at Chandler High and active in Speech and Debate, Model UN, Academic Decathlon teams, tennis and robotics -- all while maintaining an impressive GPA of 4.87. Sachit has received scholarship offers valuing $422,800 and will attend Georgia Institute of Technology to study biomedical engineering. Chandler High Seniors Highlights

Chandler High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Chandler High senior Connor Niles applied to be accepted to the Next Generation Service Corps (NGSC), an ASU four year leadership development program. NGSC will cover his tuition while he pursues a degree in computer science engineering. He will engage in practical elements of leadership, learn cross-sector collaboration and take internships each summer working on real issues in the public, private and nonprofit sectors all while pursuing their own chosen social mission. Chandler High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Sherif Elsayed is a junior at Hamilton High School and graduating this year as a junior with more than 60 college credits. He has volunteered at Banner Desert Hospital since last year. He will attend Arizona State University to study political science and economics, after which he plans to study pharmacy at Midwestern University. His dreams are to become politician and pharmacist. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Scott Kanning is a graduating senior from Hamilton High School. The youngest of three siblings, both his older sister and brother are Husky Alumni. Scott is a student-athlete who has played club soccer for five years and was a proud member of the Hamilton Huskies boys varsity team. Scott is graduating with a 3.98 GPA and is a recipient of the Northern Arizona University Lumberjack Scholarship. He will be studying biology at Northern Arizona University in pursuit of becoming a physical therapist. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Max Bregman's natural leadership ability is reflected in his being selected as county representative for Boys State in Arizona, leading 90 boys to organize and develop the best county possible. He was captain of the varsity tennis team and coaches and volunteers for many organizations. Max exhibits creativity and motivation for product design and development, and was the founder and president of LaunchX, an entrepreneurial club providing a platform for high schoolers to create a business. Active in Model United Nations and as a committee leader, they won regional awards. Max is also a magician and runs a DJ and photography entertainment business. He was named a national winner of the Most Valuable Student Elks Foundation Scholarship. He was also awarded the Flinn Foundation Scholarship, President's Scholarship, USAA Collegiate Scholarship, and the Chandler Education Foundation (CEF) Impact and Bogle Family scholarships. Max will attend ASU to major in entrepreneurship and engineering. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Morgan Davis is the captain of Hamilton High School's varsity pomline. She is a four-year varsity letterman and three-time All-American and UDA Pin It Forward recipient. Morgan is also on Hamilton High School's competition dance team, Hamilton Dance Company. Along with being the vice president of philanthropy for the National Charity League's Class of 2020, Morgan has held several other leadership positions in the six years she has been a member of that organization. Morgan is a Chandler Service Club Class of 2020 Flower Girl. This past fall, Morgan held a donation drive and collected new socks and underwear to be donated to the Clothes Cabin, a local charity. Morgan will be attending Grand Canyon University this fall where she will be majoring in nursing. Morgan's goal is to become a nurse practitioner. Morgan has received several scholarships, including those from Grand Canyon University and the National Football League. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Morgan Fowler will attend Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University to major in political science (B.S.) on the New American University scholarship as a National Hispanic Scholar. Morgan was president of Girl Up, event coordinator on the Girl Up Arizona state board, and committee leader of Model UN in which she won the awards of Distinguished Delegate, runner-up Best Delegate, and Best Country Award at the Maricopa Community College competition. She was also a member of We the People, which won third place at the state competition. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Emily Abraham was named a National Merit Scholar in May. Emily was among 7,600 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Winners are the Finalist candidates judged to have the strongest combination of academic skills and achievements, extracurricular accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous university studies. Emily was also awarded the National Scholar Award, the Blue Chip Scholarship, and the CEF Impact Scholarship. She will be attending the University of Arizona majoring in physiology. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Devrath Iyer was named a National Merit Scholar in May. Devrath was among 7,600 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Winners are the Finalist candidates judged to have the strongest combination of academic skills and achievements, extracurricular accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous university studies. He was awarded the Regeneron Science Talent Scholarship, Intel Andy Grove Scholarship and the National Merit Corporation Scholarship. He'll be attending Carnegie Mellon University majoring in computer science. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Burke Peterson was named a National Merit Scholar in May. Burke is among 7,600 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Winners are the Finalist candidates judged to have the strongest combination of academic skills and achievements, extracurricular accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous university studies. He was awarded the Heritage Scholarship, National Merit Corporation Scholarship, and the Intel Andy Grove Scholarship. He'll be attending Brigham Young University majoring in the pre-med program. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Karina Yang was named a National Merit Scholar. Karina is among 7,600 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Winners are the Finalist candidates judged to have the strongest combination of academic skills and achievements, extracurricular accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous university studies. She was also awarded the Presidential Scholarship, Veteran of Foreign Wars Scholarship in Art, Western Governors' Association Award in Art and the Distinguished Young Women Scholarship. She will be attending the University of Southern California majoring in mechanical engineering. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Nivea Krishnan was named a National Merit Finalist. Nivea is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. She was awarded the Presidential Scholarship, the Phoenix Rotary Scholarship, the National Merit/Jacobs Engineering Scholarship, and the Distinguished Young Woman Scholarship. Nivea will be attending the University of Southern California majoring in public policy. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Chloe Leff was named a National Merit Finalist. Chloe is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. She was also awarded the National Scholar Award, Grady and Kathryn Gammage Scholarship, and the CEF Impact Scholarship. Chloe will be attending Arizona State University majoring in biochemistry. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Neya Balakrishna was named a National Merit Finalist. Neya is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. An AP Merit Scholar, Neya is graduating summa cum laude with a 4.89 GPA, received scholarship offers valuing $1.2 million, and was accepted to 18 honors colleges. Holding multiple leadership positions, she is a Presidential Volunteer Service Award winner, president of the Hamilton Red Cross, and vice president of program for the National Charity League. She is a member of Spanish Honor Society and National Honors Society. An active emergency room volunteer at Honor Health Hospital, Neya will be attending University of Arizona to study neuroscience and cognitive science with dual minor in Spanish and art. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Julia Fletcher was named a National Merit Finalist. Julia is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. She was also awarded a New American University Scholar scholarship and a Science and Technology scholarship through CEF. She is graduating summa cum laude and is an AP Scholar. At Hamilton, Julia played the cello in orchestra and was a peer facilitator. She volunteers at the New Song Center. Julia will be attending Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University to study biomedical engineering. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Margaret Han was named a National Merit Finalist. Margaret is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Jihyun Lee was named a National Merit Finalist. Jihyun is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. She is a member of the Backpack Club, Students for Sustainable Schools Club, National Honors Society, Spanish Honors Society, Bring Change to Mind Club, Baking with Benevolence and a Link Crew leader. She has also held an officer's position in four of these clubs. Outside of school, Jihyun has volunteered at Chandler Regional and at I-HELP at the Community Action Agency. She will be attending Duke in the fall, majoring in biomedical engineering while on the pre-med track. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Ashley Lepham was named a National Merit Finalist. Ashley is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Ashley participated in National Honors Society, was a member of Students for Sustainable Schools (recycling program) for three years and secretary for her senior year, and was secretary for Baking with Benevolence for one year. She is planning to major in software engineering at ASU. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Rebecca Li was named a National Merit Finalist. Rebecca is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Elissa Matlock was named a National Merit Finalist. Elissa is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Elissa placed 3rd in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Art Contest, 2nd in the CCSA Art Contest, and was also awarded the Page Scholarship for music. Elissa plans to attend Johns Hopkins in the fall to major in computer science and then on to med school. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Rohan Sathe was named a National Merit Finalist. Rohan is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Rohan has been involved in Speech and Debate, Honors Science Research and Science Olympiad. He was also awarded the Intel Scholarship. Rohan plans to attend the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he intends to pursue a career in the field of computer science. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

Hamilton High (2019-2020)

SENIOR HIGHLIGHT:  Hamilton senior Dev Singhania was named a National Merit Finalist. Dev is among 15,000 finalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students in some 22,000 high schools who enter the National Merit Scholarship competition annually when they take the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). Finalists are the highest-scoring program entrants in each state and represent the top 0.5% of the state's senior students. Dev was a part of Speech and Debate and Math club. He volunteered at ICAN (Improving Chandler Area Neighborhoods) to help underprivileged students in the Chandler area. He was also Chairman of the Chandler Mayor's Youth Commission through which did unique civil engagement activities and volunteered at events. He also participated in the Congressional Award and got the Silver Certificate of Honor through that volunteer program. Dev will be majoring in electrical engineering and minoring in statistics at Texas A&M as a Brockman Scholar. Hamilton High Seniors Highlights

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