Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Honors Captured By Sonoma County Architecture Students
Santa Rosa Junior College architecture students win major statewide design competition honor.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Star Students
Celebrating local students and spotlighting how they make our community special.
Newark, NJ|News|
Newark Teen's Keen Debating Skills Help Earn Her A Spot In The Ivy League
When Risiqat Adeniji applied to colleges, an essay question asked for three words that best described her. The response? "Tell me more."
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Buffalo Grove, IL|News|
College Credits: Buffalo Grove Resident Makes Dean's List At Southern New Hampshire University
Area students from Buffalo Grove are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|News|
Local Mother-Daughter Service Group Honors Graduating Seniors
National Charity League’s Vista Oak chapter recognized students from several local high schools for leadership and volunteer work.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School Students Present Shrek The Musical Jr.
Seventy-two Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School students took part in three school and public performances.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff, IL|News|
Lake Forest, Lake Bluff Students Among 2026 National Merit Scholarship Winners
Each winner was judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills and potential for success in college.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Wilmette-Kenilworth, IL|News|
Wilmette, Kenilworth Students Among 2026 National Merit Scholarship Winners
Each winner was judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills and potential for success in college.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Deerfield, IL|News|
College Credits: Deerfield Resident Graduates From Butler University
Area students from Deerfield are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Homer Glen Student Awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarship
Miles Wilson, a student at Chesterton Academy of the Holy Family, was chosen for the scholarship.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Evanston, IL|News|
Evanston Student Among 2026 National Merit Scholarship Winners
Each winner was judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills and potential for success in college.
Rachel Barnes, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
4 Area Students Awarded National Merit Scholarships Worth $2,500 Each
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation selects 2,500 students nationwide for $2,500 awards. Winners were announced Wednesday.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Frankfort, IL|News|
Frankfort Student Awarded $2,500 National Merit Scholarship
Mofetoluwa Khalid Suleiman, a student at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, was chosen for the scholarship.
Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Livermore Students Named National Merit Scholars
Three Livermore students received $2500 scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Pleasanton, CA|News|
Pleasanton Students Named National Merit Scholars
Eight Pleasanton students received $2500 scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
Bridgewater-Raritan Students Earn Top Marks In Biology, Chemistry Olympiad Exams
Juniors Shiven Das and Saharsh Bangaru, and senior Suyash Gupta, were recognized for standout performances on national science exams.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Dublin, CA|News|
Dublin Student Named National Merit Scholar
One Dublin student received $2500 scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
San Ramon, CA|News|
San Ramon, SRVUSD Students Named National Merit Scholars
Four San Ramon students received $2500 scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|News|
Danville, SRVUSD Students Named National Merit Scholars
Two Danville students received $2500 scholarships sponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Bronxville-Eastchester, NY|News|
Bronxville High School Students Bring Local Scenes To Life Through Art
Inspired by Edward Hopper's renowned painting "Early Sunday Morning," the students captured familiar scenes of their own hometown.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
College Credits: Arlington Heights Residents Graduate From University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Area students from Arlington Heights are doing amazing things at colleges and universities across the U.S. (2025-2026 school year).
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
3 Students At 1 Hudson County Public School Win National Merit Scholarships
Six high school students in Hudson County will get $2,500 per year for college, no strings attached.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
1 Local Student Awarded National Merit Scholarship
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation selects 2,500 students nationwide for $2,500 awards. Winners were announced Wednesday.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Serena Hills Students Get Hands-On With STEAM In Kite Project
The students learned the science behind flight, designed and built their own kites, and then watched them take flight.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Across Michigan, MI|News|
70 MI Students Win National Merit Scholarships: See New List
The Michigan students will get $2,500 per year for college, no strings attached. See which high schools they're from.
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
West Chester, PA|News|
3 West Chester Area HS Students Win National Merit Scholarships
They join a tiny percentage of select, elite students nationwide.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|News|
2 Spring-Ford HS Students Win National Merit Scholarships
They join a tiny percentage of select, elite students nationwide.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Jersey City, NJ|News|
3 Students At Jersey City Public High School Win National Merit Scholarships
The students will get $2,500 per year for college, no strings attached.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Montgomeryville-Lansdale, PA|News|
2 North Penn Students Win National Merit Scholarships
They join a tiny percentage of select, elite students nationwide.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Lower Providence, PA|News|
Methacton HS Student Wins National Merit Scholarship
They join a tiny percentage of select, elite students nationwide.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
1 Local Student Awarded National Merit Scholarship
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation selects 2,500 students nationwide for $2,500 awards. Winners were announced Wednesday.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Lower Gwynedd-Ambler-Whitpain, PA|News|
Wissahickon HS Student Wins National Merit Scholarship
They join a tiny percentage of select, elite students nationwide.
Justin Heinze, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
16 Bergen County Students Win National Merit Scholarships: See New List
Sixteen Bergen County students will get $2,500 per year for college, no strings attached. See which high schools they're from.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Across America|News|
These Gen Z Changemakers Are Creating Kinder Communities Across The U.S.
The Riley’s Way Foundation’s Kindness fellows address food insecurity, the STEM gender gap, AI fakes, civic engagement and other issues.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Oak Lawn, IL|News|
'Spartan Standard' Connects Community To Good Things Happening At OLCHS
Read the latest edition of 'The Spartan Standard' community newsletter highlighting the latest news at Oak Lawn Community High School.
Lorraine Swanson, Patch Staff
Massapequa, NY|News|
Massapequa Freshman Reaches Presidential Award Semifinals
Massapequa freshman Ryan Engrassia was a semifinalist for a 1776 Award, a nationwide student civics competition.
Tom Gambardella, Patch Staff
Bridgewater, NJ|News|
2 Bridgewater-Raritan HS Students Recognized In 2026 Congressional Art Competition
The annual contest recognized student artists whose work reflected this year's theme, 'Celebrating America's 250 Years.'
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Bellmore, NY|News|
Bellmore-Merrick Students Rock Out For Mental Health, Raise $6K For Teen Facility
Students took the stage to support teen mental health services at South Oaks Hospital through a night of music and community.
Melanie Gulbas, Patch Staff
Manasquan-Belmar, NJ|Sponsored|
Beloved Manasquan Pre-K Teacher ‘Is Truly Meant for This Job’
From a brand partner: Rebecca Riley’s latest classroom project gave students a front-row seat to baby chicks hatching live.
Bronxville-Eastchester, NY|News|
2 Bronxville High School Students Honored For All-State Music Achievement
The pair were selected for the All-State ensembles based on their exceptional New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) scores.
Jeff Edwards, Patch Staff
East Brunswick, NJ|News|
East Brunswick High School Student Represents NJ At National Competition
The Presidential 1776 Award recognizes exceptional student knowledge of the American founding.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
