Salem Community High School has its largest number of Illinois State Scholars in a single class in the school’s history this year.
The Class of 2026 has had 30 students recognized by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, marking a significant milestone for the Wildcat community.
This prestigious honor is awarded annually to high-achieving Illinois high school students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance.
Principal Clint Wolfe says they are extremely proud of these students and their dedication to academic excellence.
“Having a record number of Illinois State Scholars is a testament not only to their hard work, but also to the commitment of our staff and families who support them.”
The Illinois State Scholar program identifies top-ranking students from high schools across the state based on a combination of standardized test scores and sixth-semester GPA.
SCHS congratulates the following Wildcats on this exceptional achievement:
Front Row: Maci Thorsen, Abbigail Onhiser, Eden Russell, Atiana Pitty, Taylor Blackburn, and Zoey Heiple
2nd Row: Ameerah Adenekan, Finley Puricelli, Ella Smith, Sierra Malone, Avery Jones, and Elara Brubaker
3rd Row: Kinsey Jarrett, Hannah Smith, Aubrey Bandy, Jordan Kessler, Kale Benjamin, and Sada Hempen
4th Row: Brooklyn Bookhout, Zoey Eastin, Robby Shober, Kyler Sapp, and Jarett Rushing
Back Row: Hunter Malan, Brody Collier, Eli Baker, Carter Lowe, Jackson Green, Morgan Parkinson, and Dylan Crawford.
