Moumita Acharjee, a student of Hillcrest High School in Queens, New York, United States of America, has been recognised with a prestigious national honour by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS).
According to a press release issued on 23 March, from Atlanta, Georgia, Moumita has been selected for membership in NSHSS, an organisation that recognises outstanding high school students for their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to community service.
Announcing the recognition, NSHSS Co-founder and President James W Lewis said, “We are honoured to recognise the hard work, passion, and dedication that Moumita has demonstrated in achieving this exceptional level of academic excellence.
She now joins a distinguished community of scholars who represent our best hope for the future.”
NSHSS noted that its members are granted lifetime membership and receive access to a wide range of opportunities designed to support their academic and professional growth.
These include scholarships, internships, leadership programmes, international study opportunities, and networking with peers and professionals worldwide.
Founded in 2002 by James W Lewis and Claes Nobel, a member of the Nobel Prize–establishing family, NSHSS aims to recognise and nurture high-achieving students. The organisation currently serves more than two million members across more than 170 countries.
The recognition of Moumita Acharjee has been welcomed as a proud achievement for her school and the local community in Queens, highlighting the accomplishments of young scholars striving for excellence.
Moumita’s father, Deepak Kumar Acharjee, is a prominent journalist in Bangladesh. He is the editor and publisher of the national daily The South Asian Times.
