Six high schoolers from Edmonds School District named semifinalists in 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program - Lynnwood Today

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Six talented high school students from the Edmonds School District have been named semifinalists in the prestigious 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program, marking a significant academic milestone. Of the semifinalists, five are from Edmonds-Woodway High School, and one represents Mountlake Terrace High School. This recognition is part of the 70th annual program, which identifies approximately 16,000 students from across the United States who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance. The National Merit Scholarship Program is highly competitive, relying on students' scores from the PSAT/NMSQT, which serves as the qualifying test for this honor. The acknowledgment of these students not only highlights their individual achievements but also brings recognition to the schools and the entire Edmonds School District.

As they advance in the competition, these semifinalists will have the opportunity to earn scholarships that can greatly assist in their higher education endeavors. This announcement serves as a reminder of the value placed on academic excellence within the community. The event is celebrated not just as an individual triumph but as a collective achievement for the schools involved.

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