National Merit Recipients

What's happening: Academic performance at Ramsey High School continues to soar, as evidenced by seniors Colin Dougherty, Reilly Fehmel, and Jalen Hu. Each has received a commendation from Ramsey High School and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

Why it matters: This recognition places them among the top 1 percent of high school students nationwide, highlighting their exceptional academic promise.

By the numbers: Around 34,000 students nationwide are recognized as Commended Students each year for their outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT.