RED OAK – Several students at Red Oak High School have received honors through the College Board National Recognition Program!

These students earned this prestigious academic award based on their GPA of B+ or higher and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT®, PSAT™ 10, and/or AP® Exams. 

The College Board’s National Recognition Program is designed to shine a light on high-achieving students nationwide across all backgrounds.

The program also serves as a valuable tool for higher education members seeking to connect with remarkable students across the country, including students from lesser-known high schools.

The  2025 National Recognition Program includes three award designations:

First-Generation Recognition Award

Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award

School Recognition Award (new this year)

The First-Generation Recognition Award celebrates students who score among the top 10% of test  takers  among  first-generation college students in their state and/or earn a 3+ on 2 or more distinct AP exams by the time of submission.

School Recognition Award Recipients: Varnado, Macai; Akpati, Nicole; Sereno, Angel; Wherley, Jacob; Lu, Maggie; Carrizales, Elania; Carroll, Monica; Freeman, Qayla; Reyes, Briana; Ceballos, Blanca; Nunez, Leonardo; Dinkins, Payton; Torres, Gabriela; Fellows, Dalton; MacCloskey, Serena; Jasper, Dallas; Santana, Natalia; Bjorklund, Caleb; Sicore, Hudson; Thomas, Gianna; McKnight, Nathan; Sabordo, Marco Rian; Hughes, Carlie.

First Generation Recognition Award Recipients: Santana, Natalia; Varnado, Macai; Reyes, Briana; Sereno, Angel; Lu, Maggie; Bjorklund, Caleb; Ceballos, Blanca; Jasper, Dallas; Nunez, Leonardo; Dinkins, Payton.