MIDLAND Three Midland ISD seniors have been named National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists for the class of 2025. This is the first time Midland ISD has had semi-finalists since 2019, when a student went on to become a finalist.
This year’s distinguished semi-finalists are Legacy High Senior Jerry Rolston, Midland High Senior Caleb Brown, and Sanjana Vadlapatla, who is a member of the first senior class at the Young Women’s Leadership Academy.
Each of these semi-finalists completed a rigorous application process, which included PSAT or National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test results, academic record, community service, leadership, employment, and awards received. National Merit semi-finalists are among the top academic performers in the nation and now have the opportunity to compete for National Merit Scholarships valued at nearly $26 million.
The National Merit Scholarship Program recognizes less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, making this achievement a significant accomplishment.
“This recognition is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and academic excellence of our students, their families, and their schools,” Amanda Melchor, Executive Director of Secondary Teaching and Learning, said in a news release. “We are incredibly proud of Jerry, Caleb, and Sanjana.”
MISD will recognize these semi-finalists at the October Board of Trustees meeting. Finalists will be announced in February 2025, with scholarship winners to follow in the spring.
For more information on the National Merit Scholarship Program, visit www.nationalmerit.org.
