FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
1/24/2022
HARVARD HIGH SCHOOL RECOGNIZES 2022-23 ILLINOIS STATE SCHOLARS
(HARVARD), IL – Harvard High School is pleased to announce that seven students from the graduating Class of 2022 have been designated as Illinois State Scholars.
Congratulations to Steven J. Austin, Sandra Castaneda, Sophia C Elliott, Allan O Flores, Adeline J, Keller, Jesus Ortiz, and Nathan Rosas.
The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the state’s college access and financial aid agency, presents this prestigious recognition of academic achievement to exceptional Illinois high school students annually. This year, more than 17,340 honorees joined the other outstanding students who have been honored since the designation was first introduced in 1958.
“I am incredibly proud of the work ethic and perseverance our students have demonstrated to achieve at such high levels academically, said Harvard High School Principal, Mr. Hobbs. “Their steadfast commitment to learning and ability to consistently perform at high levels inspire our staff and students alike.”
The Illinois State Scholar acknowledgment is a non-monetary award. Each State Scholar designee receives a congratulatory letter and Certificate of Achievement from ISAC and can download an official Illinois State Scholar badge to display on their online profiles and social media platforms, as well as share with their high school counselors, colleges employers, family members, and others.
In addition, Harvard High School’s Illinois State Scholar recipients will be honored at the February 2022 Board of Education meeting.
Dr. Corey Tafoya, Harvard CUSD 50 Superintendent, said, “The academic ascent of students at Harvard High School is remarkable. These students have achieved something quite difficult. I'm proud of these students and the staff at Harvard High School who have made such an honor possible. I'm thoroughly convinced we'll watch the number of Illinois State Scholars grow each year.”
Media Contact: McKenzie Laurent | Director of Public Relations and Communications | mlaurent@cusd50.org | 815-943-4022 Ext. 2103
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