VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) — Valdosta High School student Ky’Rei Turner has earned a national honor for academic excellence.

Turner was selected for membership in the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). NSHSS recognizes top scholars who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, scholarship and community commitment.

In a statement July 27, NSHSS Co-founder and President James W. Lewis said, “On behalf of NSHSS and our co-founder Claes Nobel, a member of the family that established the Nobel Prizes, I am honored to recognize the hard work, passion, and commitment that Ky’Rei has demonstrated,”

As a member, Turner joins a lifetime network of more than 2-million scholars in over 170 countries, with access to scholarships, internships, international study and peer networks to help prepare for college and careers.

Founded in 2002 by Lewis and Nobel, NSHSS aims to advance the goals of high-achieving students through unique learning experiences and resources.

For more information, visit nshss.org .

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