Elida Principal Justin Firks with Maddox Bell
September 20, 2023 Press Release from Elida Local School District: Principal Justin Firks of Elida High School has announced that Elida Senior Maddox J. Bell is named a “Semifinalist” in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program.
"Those being named Semifinalist Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success," commented Principal Firks. "As we recognize Maddox’s accomplishments, and the key role Elida High School has played in his academic development, it is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in the district. We hope that this recognition will broaden Maddox’s educational opportunities in the future and encourage him as he continues his pursuit of academic success. Congratulations to Maddox on this tremendous accomplishment."
About 16,000 Semifinalists throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Nearly 95 percent of the Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and approximately half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar title.
