Sidney high school student named Commended Student in 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program

A Sidney high school senior has been named a Commended Student in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program.

September 25, 2026Updated: September 25, 2026

By Kristi Shields

Sidney high school student named Commended Student in 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program

Photo courtesy of Sidney Public Schools.

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