Five Ward Melville Seniors Named National Merit Finalists

Congratulations to Ward Melville seniors Ted Li, Julien Maurer, Michael Retakh, Tina Xing, and Eric Zhong for being named Finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program!

All five were recognized as Semifinalists earlier this year, and we are thrilled that every one of Ward Melville’s Semifinalists advanced to Finalist status. This distinction reflects their exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and dedication. Only the top students nationwide reach this level, making it one of the highest academic honors in the country.