COLUMBIA, Mo. – The spotlight shines bright on academic excellence as the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals (MoASSP) proudly presents the 30th Annual Missouri Scholars 100.
The event was scheduled to take place Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the Windsor Ballroom, within the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, Missouri.
Among the scholars scheduled to be honored: (See the PDF attachment for the complete list of Missouri Scholars 100 and honorable mentions as well).
Ellie Beth Kratochvil, Saxony Lutheran High School
For nearly three decades, the Missouri Association of Secondary School Principals (MoASSP) has curated this illustrious gathering to laud the extraordinary achievements of Missouri’s top-tier seniors. Across the state, high schools have rallied to nominate their brightest scholars for this esteemed statewide recognition.
Selection for the Missouri Scholars 100 is no small feat. It hinges on a meticulously crafted formula that factors in the student’s academic prowess, gauged by their grade point average and ACT or SAT scores. To qualify, candidates must boast a minimum GPA of 3.750, along with a minimum ACT score of 29 or SAT score of 1,280.
But excellence goes beyond numbers; these scholars must rank in the upper echelons of their class, navigating a curriculum brimming with high-level courses in mathematics, science, English, and foreign languages. Their track record must reflect unwavering commitment, showcased through impeccable attendance, exemplary citizenship, and active engagement in school activities.
Each nominated student undergoes the rigorous scrutiny of an “Academic Decathlon,” a ten-event challenge meticulously designed to underscore their academic mettle.
Clark Mershon, the Executive Director of the Principals’ Association, comments, “The Missouri Scholars 100 Program stands as a beacon of academic distinction. These exceptional seniors have not merely excelled; they have soared. They embody the pinnacle of academic achievement, a testament to the dedication of both students and their schools.”
Congratulations to these remarkable scholars and the institutions that nurtured their brilliance.
See the complete program below.