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Atlanta — The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) announced that Charter Oak High School student Christina Alcaraz from San Dimas, CA has been selected for membership. The Society recognizes the top scholars in the nation and invites only those students who have achieved superior academic excellence. The announcement was made by NSHSS Founder and Chairman Claes Nobel, senior member of the Nobel Prize family. “On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and commitment that Christina has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence,” said Mr. Nobel. “Christina is now a member of a unique community of scholars — a community that represents our very best hope for the future.” “Our vision is to build a dynamic international organization that connects members with meaningful content, resources, and opportunities,” stated NSHSS President James Lewis. “We aim to help students like Christina build on their academic successes and enhance the skills and desires to have a positive impact on the global community.” Membership in NSHSS entitles qualified students to enjoy a wide variety of benefits, including scholarship opportunities, academic competitions, free events, member-only resources, publications, participation in programs offered by educational partners, online forums, personalized recognition items, and publicity honors. Formed in 2002, The National Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and encourages members of the organization to apply their unique talents, vision, and potential for the betterment of themselves and the world. |
Currently, there are more than 150,000 Society members, representing 15,000 high schools in nearly 20 countries. NSHSS advocates for scholarship opportunities for deserving young people and has awarded more than $100,000 in scholarships since its inception. For more information about NSHSS, visit www.nshss.org. San Dimas Mom Takes Pride in Daughter Academic success Christina’s mother, Nadine Bianes, has been a single mom since her daughter Christina was one year old. While Christina was very little, Nadine instilled the importance of education. Christina attended Sonrise Christian School from first grade through 5th grade and then they relocated to the Westside. Nadine was adamant about continuing a private education for Christina. After much searching Christina was accepted to a very prestigious private school on a generous scholarship. Two years ago, when Nadine was diagnosed with a rare eye disease called Vogt Koyangi, they moved back to the San Gabriel valley so Nadine coluld be close to her family. Nadine is extremely proud of her daughter Christina for all the challenges that have been put before her and beams with pride at her daughters academic success despite all the ongoing challenges in their family life. Christina has remained good spirited and is proud to be in the top 10% of her class at Charter Oak High School where she is also involved in Women Advanced Choir and is currently performing in Charter Oak’s upcoming Musical Production, “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”. Chrisy hopes to continue her education at a university to pursue a degree in Performing Arts. |