Sacred Heart Academy Student Recognized as Commended Student

From Sacred Heart Academy:

Hamden, CT - Sacred Heart Academy senior Elizabeth Lamont of Hamden has been named a Commended Student in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Each year approximately 34,000 students receive this distinction based on their exceptional academic promise and their achievement on the PSAT. Commended Students place among the top five percent of more than 1.6 million students entering the competition. “These students have demonstrated outstanding potential and represent a valuable national resource,” offered a spokesperson for the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

“We extend congratulations to Elizabeth on her strong performance in this highly competitive program. Sacred Heart is proud,” offered Principal Sr. Kathleen Mary Coonan, ASCJ, ’76.

Elizabeth is the daughter of Angus and Catherine Lamont.

Founded in 1946 by the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Sacred Heart successfully prepares young women in grades 9 – 12 for learning, service, and achievement in a global society. Sacred Heart Academy welcomes 500 students from more than 80 schools and 60 towns in Connecticut and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. Visit www.sacredhearthamden.org to learn more.

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