Manalapan, NJ|News|
Manalapan Student Wins National Merit $2,500 Scholarship
The student is among 2,500 winners nationwide and was selected from a pool of over 15,000 finalists.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
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Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
Holmdel Student Wins National Merit $2,500 Scholarship
The student is among 2,500 winners nationwide and was selected from a pool of over 15,000 finalists.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Randolph, NJ|News|
Randolph Student Named National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete
The Randolph High School team captain was honored for leadership and excellence on the field and in the classroom.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Plymouth-Whitemarsh, PA|Sponsored|
Conshohocken Eagle Scout Recognized For Leadership And Volunteer Work
From a brand partner: Ryan recently earned the Congressional Gold Award and built a veterans memorial honoring local heroes and alumni.
Boston, MA|Sponsored|
Boston Doctoral Graduate Praised As ‘Bright Rising Star’
From a brand partner: Kayla Brown recently earned her PhD in behavioral neuroscience after years of research, resilience and hard work.
Moorestown, NJ|News|
South Jersey Girl Chosen As NJ 'Military Youth Of The Year'
She now moves to the regional round of finalists.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Elgin, IL|Sponsored|
Hanover Park 19-Year-Old Praised For Selflessness And Compassion
From a brand partner: Known for helping care for his mother and younger sisters, Amare is admired for his kindness and maturity.
Gloucester Township, NJ|Sponsored|
Washington Township Junior Balances Soccer, Service And School Success
From a brand partner: Known for his kindness and work ethic, Leo also serves as a junior volunteer firefighter in his community.
Toms River, NJ|Sponsored|
Toms River Teen Balances Work, Sports And Academic Success
From a brand partner: Known for his patience and kindness, Tommy hopes to study accounting and finance and become a financial advisor.
Brooklyn, NY|Sponsored|
Brooklyn 7th Grader Balances Top Grades With Helping Others
From a brand partner: A neighbor says Hrian stands out for his kindness, strong work ethic and willingness to help others in the community.
Ridgefield, CT|News|
Ridgefield Student Wins Statewide First Amendment Essay Contest
The winning essay was selected from 70 entries submitted by students from high schools across Connecticut.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Glenview, IL|News|
College Credits: Glenview Resident Graduates From University Of Nebraska-Lincoln
Area students from Glenview are doing remarkable things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Northbrook, IL|News|
College Credits: Northbrook Resident Earns Degree At Georgia Southwestern State U
Area students from Northbrook are doing remarkable things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Wallingford, CT|News|
Wallingford Students Named SCC Scholar Athletes For Spring 2026
The Southern Connecticut Conference recently announced its Spring Scholar Athletes for the 2026 season.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
West Deptford, NJ|News|
Beating The Odds: NJ Student Looking To Tackle Rare Cases Of Childhood Cancer
Inspired by his brother's fight, Sanchez said the human spirit is as important as anything he's learned in any book.
Eddie Callahan, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
College Credits: Deerfield Resident Named Chancellor's Scholar-Athlete At UW-Whitewater
Area students from Deerfield are doing remarkable things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
2 Basking Ridge Students Win National Merit $2,500 Scholarship
The 2026 National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners were announced. See the Basking Ridge winners:
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Marlboro Students Win National Merit $2,500 Scholarships
The students are among 2,500 winners nationwide and were selected from a pool of over 15,000 finalists.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
9 MI Students To Compete In 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee
ION is the official television home and primary national broadcaster of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Students To Compete In 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee
Thirteen students from Illinois will compete in what amounts to the Olympics of words in Washington, D.C.
Emily Rosca, Patch Staff
West Windsor, NJ|News|
West Windsor-Plainsboro Students Awarded Summer Study Trip To Germany
The pair is two of 36 outstanding German students selected from across the U.S. to receive this award. See details:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
Hillsborough Student Wins National Merit $2,500 Scholarship
The 2026 National Merit $2,500 Scholarship winners were announced. See the Hillsborough winner:
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|News|
Bernards High School Senior Named 2026 National Merit Scholar
The Bernards High School senior will study computer engineering at Georgia Tech after winning one of this year's National Merit Scholarship.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
Meet Eastern's Class of 2026
Eastern Connecticut State University has a diverse graduating class.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Tolland, CT|News|
Tolland Library Hosting Student Art Show In May, Opening Reception Set May 21
Student artwork is on display at the Tolland Public Library in May, with an opening night set for May 21.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Lindenhurst, NY|News|
Amityville K-2 Students Showcase Creativity At Northwest Spring Concert
Students in grades K-2 performed songs and showcased artwork during Northwest Elementary School’s annual Spring Concert and Art Show.
Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff
La Grange, IL|News|
Lyons Township High Student Gets 4-Year Air Force ROTC Scholarship
He completed the school's dual credit aviation program in partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Illinois Patch, Patch Staff
South Brunswick, NJ|News|
NASA To Showcase South Brunswick High School Students’ Work
The future aerospace engineers have been working with NASA to design an experiment that will fly into the stratosphere. See details:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Bel Air, MD|News|
22 Harford Co. High Schoolers Graduate With College Degrees
A group of Harford County Public Schools high schooler seniors first graduated with their college degrees before their diplomas.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
Stratford, CT|News|
Stratford Students Selected To Help Shape National K-12 AI Policy
Two Stratford students have been selected to help shape the national conversation of how artificial intelligence should be used in education
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Norwalk, CT|News|
Norwalk Public Schools, Art Space To Host Annual Citywide Student Art Show
Norwalk Public Schools' citywide student art show will return to the Norwalk Art Space this month.
RJ Scofield, Patch Staff
Leesburg, VA|Sponsored|
Leesburg 12th Grader Makes Aviation History With Vision Jet Achievement
From a brand partner: After training alongside veteran pilots, 17-year-old Maddie earned a rare Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 type rating.
Evergreen Park, IL|News|
Grace Koziczkowski and Tess Lee Named Valedictorian and Salutatorian For EPCHS Class Of 2026
Evergreen Park Community High School names Grace Koziczkowski as valedictorian and Tess Lee as salutatorian for the class of 2026.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Worcester, MA|News|
2 Worcester College Students Earn Awards For Research In Brazil, Poland
Clark University Master's student Rowan Compton and undergraduate student Kaya Banka were selected for the nationally competitive program.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Milford, MA|News|
Milford Students Earn Top Honors At Statewide STEM Showcase
Two student groups earned statewide recognition earlier this month at the One8 Applied Learning Student Showcase.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Lemont, IL|News|
Lemont Student Awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarship
Kinga Strzalka, a student at Lemont High School, was chosen for the scholarship.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
San Diego, CA|News|
28 San Diego County Students Receive 2026 National Merit Scholarships
The students were among 2,500 nationwide that were chosen from more than 15,000 finalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Chicago Heights, IL|News|
Bloom HS Pilot Program With Indiana Automotive Tech Co. Offers Students Paths Forward
Six students were recently recognized for completing the recently launched pilot program.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
32 Orange County Students Named National Merit Scholars
The students were among 2,500 nationwide that were chosen from more than 15,000 finalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Bernardsville-Bedminster, NJ|News|
Bernards Student Wins National Honor For Painting Of Dim Sum With Grandfather
Sean Chen took home both a Gold Medal and the Flaunt It Award from the 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
