Alicia Mazzurra is one of 700 students nationwide, including only 17 from Georgia, to qualify for the final round of the national competition. These semi-finalists are among the best and brightest of the 3.6 million graduating seniors in the nations Class of 2020.

Semi-finalists are chosen based on academic achievement including outstanding performance on the ACT or SAT, personal character, leadership, and service activities. Application is by invitation. During a White House ceremony, 161 students will be honored as finalists. The program was established in 1964, by executive order of the president, to honor and recognize extraordinary graduating seniors.

Congratulations to Alicia on this remarkable accomplishment, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower said. Were so proud of Alicia and the dedication she has shown to her studies as well as to her writing and art and to her school community.