National Merit Semifinalists Recognized by Trustees, District Leaders

KATY, TX [October 28, 2024] – In recognition of their impressive accomplishment, Katy ISD’s National Merit Semifinalists were honored by Trustees and leaders ahead of the Board’s regular October meeting.

The district boasts 96 Semifinalists who are now being considered for the coveted distinction of National Merit Finalist. As juniors, these students scored among the highest in Texas on the 2023 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®). They, along with the other Semifinalists, represent a mere 1 percent of students who took the exam.

“Millions of students nationwide participate in the exam each year, and so to be among the percentage of students named semifinalists is no small feat,” said Dr. Sanée Bell, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning in Katy ISD. “We are proud of these students for being among the nation’s best.”

National Merit Finalists will be announced in the spring, and among them will be students awarded corporate and college-sponsored scholarships. Visit www.nationalmerit.org to learn more.  

Reception for National Merit Semifinalists Photo Gallery

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