Edison-Metuchen, NJ|News|
Metuchen High School Student Named 2026 National Merit Scholar
The student is among fewer than 1 percent of U.S. students to reach National Merit Finalist standing in the 2026 competition.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
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Celebrating local students and spotlighting how they make our community special.
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Student Mural Honors Vets, Free Passes At Six Flags: Good News, Illinois
Add some sunshine to your day with these good news stories from across Illinois.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
San Ramon Student Drawing To Be Exhibited At Carnegie Hall
Dougherty Valley student Aditi Ranjan's drawing "Silent Suffering" won a National Gold Medal in the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Livingston, NJ|News|
Livingston Students Showcase Their Talent, Brains And ‘Unsung Heroism’
These Livingston students made their town proud with accomplishments in the fields of community service, music and debate.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|Sponsored|
From Honor Roll To Home Services: Manhattan Teen Does It All
From a brand partner: Joey gives back through church, leads a youth program and runs a local business alongside his studies.
Hampton-North Hampton, NH|News|
Academy Students Remove 100-Plus Pounds of Trash From Hampton Beach
A school cleanup with Surfrider volunteers brought 333 students and staff to Hampton Beach on April 17.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Old Quarry Recognizes Second Trimester Honor Roll Students
Students were recognized for distinguished honor roll, high honor roll or honor roll.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Sayville-Bayport, NY|News|
Sayville Students Win National Writing Contest, Earn Spots in Anthology
29 seventh graders at Sayville Middle School werrecognized in the nationwide Young Writers USA competition for mystery-themed short stories.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
Warminster, PA|News|
$15K Raised By Centennial Students To Fight Hunger
The school district worked with Giant Food Stores in Warminster and Upper Southampton townships to raise the funds.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
Student Art Exhibit Kicks Off At Chesapeake Gallery
The Annual Juried Student Art and Design Exhibition featuring works from Harford Community College students will run May 6-29.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Plainview, NY|News|
Bethpage Students Create Living Art From A Bird's-Eye View
This sky-high project showed off students' creative and collaborative skills.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Somerset County Vo-Tech Students Win 86 Medals At SkillsUSA NJ Championships
Students from Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School earned 34 gold, 26 silver and 26 bronze medals.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Marlboro Students Named National Merit Scholarship Winners
The students are among 700 high school seniors who have won corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarship awards.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Wall, NJ|News|
Communications High School Student Named National Merit Scholarship Winner
The student is among 700 high school seniors who have won corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarship awards.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Shrewsbury, MA|News|
Shrewsbury Sophomore Wins Central MA Brain Bee Title
Joseph Peng outlasted 33 other high school competitors to earn the title
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Encinitas, CA|News|
Encinitas Student Wins 2026 National Merit Scholarship
Nationwide, 700 high school seniors received corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Rockville, MD|Neighbor News|
MoCo Students Take On World’s Largest Robotics Competition
The largest robotics competition is being held this week in St. Louis, and among the thousands of competitors is a local STEM club.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City School Honored For Its Kindness
The recognition cites Ocean City Intermediate School's work to build kindness, belonging and positive relationships.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
San Ramon Students Launch Senior Scam Awareness Initiative
Project Cybershield has led workshops and community outreach events to increase scam awareness. They recently spoke at the FBLA conference.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
9 San Diego County Students Receive 2026 National Merit Scholarships
Nationwide, 700 high school seniors received corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Massapequa Elementary Schoolers Think Big For Earth Day
With just days before Earth Day, Massapequa elementary schoolers learned about how they can reduce their environmental impact.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Enfield, CT|News|
Enfield Students Earn 3rd Term Honor Roll
Students in grades 6 through 8 were named to the high honor roll and honor roll for the third marking term.
Jay Kenney, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Minooka Students Creating Downtown Mural To Honor Nation's Military Veterans
The project features a patriotic design created by Minooka Junior High 8th grader Ava Ruiz.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Newtown, PA|News|
Bucks Co. High School Students Capture 2026 Writing Contest Honors
Students from the Pennsbury, Pennridge, and Central Bucks school districts shine in college's fiction writing competition.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
West Chester, PA|News|
West Chester Students Win Elite Corporate National Merit Scholarship
Only a tiny percentage of students nationwide earn the honor.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|News|
Spring-Ford Student Wins Elite Corporate National Merit Scholarship
Only a tiny percentage of students nationwide earn the honor.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|News|
Plymouth-Whitemarsh Student Wins Elite Corporate National Merit Scholarship
Only a tiny percentage of students nationwide earn the honor.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
MSU Student Sails The World With Semester At Sea And UN-Linked Study Abroad
With a $25,000 C.Y. Tung Scholarship, Pamela Hernandez turned her love of languages into a life‑changing Semester at Sea experience.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|Sponsored|
Stamford Kindergartener Excels In Class, Inspires With Kindness
From a brand partner: Terrence is a quick learner who comes ready to learn, helps at home and shows kindness in and out of the classroom.
Plainfield, IL|Sponsored|
Plainfield Student Shines In Academics, Athletics And Leadership
From a brand partner: Jett excels in class, leads as a team captain and is known for his character, work ethic and support of others.
Los Angeles, CA|Sponsored|
UCLA Medical Student Co-Authors 22 Papers, Leads Access To Care Efforts
From a brand partner: Benjamin co-founded a medical Spanish program and is already being recognized for his impact as a first-year student.
Peters, PA|Sponsored|
Bethel Park 8th Grader Excels In Academics, Arts And Athletics
From a brand partner: Kathleen leads on stage & on the court, earning top grades while giving back through volunteer work in her community.
Murrieta, CA|Sponsored|
Menifee 8th Grader Balances Top Grades, Sports And Service
From a brand partner: Hollie maintains a 4.0 GPA, plays volleyball and is an active ASB member and role model to younger students.
Murrieta, CA|Sponsored|
French Valley 5th Grader Stands Out For Academic Excellence And Kindness
From a brand partner: Michelle is known for her strong work ethic, curiosity and kindness, standing out in and out of the classroom.
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|Sponsored|
Oceanside 5th Grader Leads On Field, Mentors Younger Students
From a brand partner: Jordyn earns strong grades, captains her team and is known for helping others and leading by example.
Stamford, CT|Sponsored|
Stamford Student Brings Joy To Seniors Through Community Cookie Classes
From a brand partner: Priya hosts cookie decorating sessions at senior centers, offering connection, creativity and care to local residents.
Howell, NJ|Sponsored|
Howell Student Leads As Class President, Runs For National Student Government Role
From a brand partner: Joseph organizes fundraisers, serves on the state board and is known for inclusive leadership and dedication to peers.
Miller Place-Rocky Point, NY|Sponsored|
Sound Beach Senior Overcomes Loss, Earns Full Scholarship To Nursing Program
From a brand partner: After years of hardship, Isabella excels in school, works, cares for her family and prepares to study nursing this fal
Tinley Park, IL|Sponsored|
Tinley Park Student Stands Out For Academic Success, Character And Drive
From a brand partner: Evan earns top honors each year, leads as his school’s quarterback and is known for his kindness and strong values.
Malibu, CA|Sponsored|
Malibu Student Excels Academically, Shines In Dance And Community
From a brand partner: With top grades and a love of dance, Sienna Amini is recognized for excellence and kindness.
