FROM STAFF REPORTS

Heather Giddens, a student at Calera High School, was recently selected for membership in the National Society of High School Scholars.

The society recognizes top scholars and invites only those students who have achieved superior academic excellence.

Membership in the NSHSS entitles qualified students to enjoy a wide variety of benefits, including scholarship opportunities, academic competitions, free events, member-only resources, publications, participation in programs offered by educational partners, online forums, personalized recognition items and publicity honors