May 5, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Redmond, Wash. – The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced today that two Redmond High School students will receive National Merit $2500 scholarships. These students are among the 2,500 distinguished high school seniors nationwide to win these scholarships, and were selected from a talent pool of more than 15,000 outstanding Finalists in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program.
The following students will receive the scholarships:
- Rachel L. Ballantyne, Redmond High School
- Stefan A. Mellem, Redmond High School
National Merit $2500 Scholarship winners are the Finalists in each state judged to have the strongest combination of accomplishments, skills, and potential for success in rigorous college studies. They were selected by a committee of college admissions officers and high school counselors. These Scholars may use their awards at any regionally accredited U.S. college or university.
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About Lake Washington: Lake Washington School District is a high-performing public school district serving Kirkland, Redmond, and Sammamish, Washington. It is the sixth largest district in the state of Washington, with over 24,000 students in 50 schools.