The National Merit Scholarship Program annually recognizes students nationwide based on their performance on the PSAT/NMSQT exam. In 2024, two students were named semi-finalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Seniors Kaitlyn Strine and Kritin Sharma are among an elite group of students from across the nation being considered for these scholarships. These students have been selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.
In addition, 13 students from PTHS were named Commended Students in the annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These students are: George Abbato, Tyler Aloise, Zennik Bublak, Logan Desaw, Faith Fackrell, Calvin Falls, Connor Heinsen, Faith Lepisto, Ashley Logan, Avyakta Sharma, Kyle Thomas, Justin Tornatore and Ethan White. These students received a Letter of Commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic promise.