Named to scholars organization
Kaelyn Boran-Smith Copyright - Zubek-Miller Photography
Tamaqua Area High School senior, Kaelyn Boran-Smith, has been selected to become a member of the National Society of High School Scholars organization.
The society recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment.
The announcement was made by the founder and chairman Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes.
"On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice and commitment that Kaelyn has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence," Nobel said. "Kaelyn is now a member of a unique community of scholars - a community that represents our very best hope for the future."
"We are proud to provide lifetime membership to young scholars to support their growth and development," stated foundation President James W. Lewis.
"We aim to help students like Kaelyn build on their academic success by connecting them with unique learning experiences and resources to help prepare them for college and meaningful careers."
Kaelyn currently plans to attend a four-year university as a pre-med major. She is the daughter of Kelly and Gene Smith of Tamaqua.
