Melisa Rodriguez
Left to right: Eyimofe Olawepo, Ayomiposi Odunsi, Joseph Guzman, Bryanna Owens, Jadon Crumpton, Yahil Reyes, Jordan Henderson. Not Pictured: Abigail Castro, Elizabeth McGuin, Enrique Aguirre, Jose Salomon, Xander Castro, Yasmina Allen
The College Board National Recognition Programs awarded 11 Legacy students for their high test scores. Students across the nation received National African American, Hispanic, Indigenous, or Rural/Small Town Recognition awards. Winners can use the awards to find success on college applications and for scholarships.
These academic honors go to underrepresented students who have a GPA of at least 3.5 along with high PSAT and AP exam scores.
Abigail Castro: NHRA
Ayomiposi Odunsi: NAARA
Bryanna Owens: NAARA, NHRA
Elizabeth McGuin: NAARA
Enrique Aguirre: NHRA
Eyimofe Olawepo: NAARA
Jadon Crumpton: NHRA
Jordan Henderson: NAARA
Jose Salomon: NHRA
Joseph Guzman: NHRA
Xander Castro: NHRA
Yahil Reyes: NHRA
Yasmina Allen: NAARA
“It was definitely unexpected. I originally thought that the award was luck-based, and I’ve never been that lucky so I assumed I wouldn’t get the award,” Bryanna Owens said. “Knowing that my hard work isn’t going to waste makes me feel seen and inspired to do more for my future.”