Wheaton student honored by National Society of High School Scholars

The National Society of High School Scholars announced that local student Joseph M. Allgood from Wheaton has been selected to become a member of the esteemed organization. The society recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship, and community commitment.

The announcement was made by society founder and chairman Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes.

"On behalf of NSHSS, I am proud to recognize the hard work, sacrifices, and commitment that Joseph has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence," said Nobel.

"Joseph is now a member of a unique community of scholars - a community that represents our very best hope for the future."

"We are very proud to provide lifetime membership to young scholars to support their growth and development," stated President James W. Lewis. "We aim to help students like Joseph build on their academic success by connecting them with unique learning experiences and resources to help them prepare for college and meaningful careers."

Formed in 2002 by James W. Lewis and Claes Nobel, senior member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, the National Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and helps to advance the goals and aspirations of high-achieving students through unique leaning experiences, scholarships, internships, international study and peer networks.

Currently, there are more than 1,500,000 society members in over 170 countries.

For more information about NSHSS, visit www.nshss.org.