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KINGSPORT, TENN. – Seven Dobyns-Bennett High School students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Program as First-Generation Award recipients.
The program, available through BigFuture, celebrates the academic achievements of thousands of high school students nationwide to help them showcase their strong academic performance. The National Recognition Program recognizes students who are first-generation college-bound, as well as those from rural and small-town communities and students who identify as Black, Indigenous, and Hispanic/or Latino. Many colleges and universities use these awards as part of their recruitment efforts, helping expand access to higher education.
The following Dobyns-Bennett students received recognition:
- William Bailey
- Jaxon Buckley
- Isaac Musser
- Katelyn Musser
- Veronika Radojcic
- Destiny Stover
- Emma Williams
“The hard work these three seven young adults have invested has paid off,” said Dobyns-Bennett High School Principal Dr. Brian Tate. “They challenged themselves academically and are now on track for incredible, life-changing opportunities, making the Dobyns-Bennett school community very proud.”
To be eligible for the College Board National Recognition Program, students must meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Earn a GPA of 3.3 or higher
- Score in the top 10% of state test takers on the PSAT/NMSQT
- Earn a 3+ on two or more AP exams
For more information on College Board Recognition Programs, please visit collegeboard.org.
Kingsport City Schools (KCS) is a student-focused, world-class public school district located in Kingsport, Tennessee, proudly serving students across Sullivan and Hawkins counties. The district comprises 13 schools, including a Pre-K facility, eight elementary schools, two middle schools, one high school, a high school program of choice, and an alternative learning program. With a total enrollment exceeding 7,600 students, KCS is dedicated to fostering educational excellence, empowering student success, and ensuring all students are college and career ready. To learn more, visit www.k12k.com, tune in to WCSK 90.3 FM, The Voice of KCS, or contact the KCS Administrative Support Center at (423) 378.2100. Stay connected by following us on Facebook (@kcsdistrict), Instagram (@kcs__district), and YouTube (@kcs__district).
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