In January we had two SOAR Award winners. Congratulations to Michael Norcia for his outstanding student record, and his very substantial academic achievements.

Michael is a member of the National Honor Society, Art Honor Society, and the History Honor Society. Michael also tutors Methuen High math students at the high school on his own time after school. He is a member of the Methuen High School Outdoor and Indoor track teams, and is currently a captain of the Indoor Team. Michael is a member in DECA, and in April of 2009 he participated in the Leadership Development Academy at the International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, California.

Reason(s) for Recognition: At last, but certainly not least, Michael was awarded a full tuition Academic Scholarship at Merrimack College for his winning entry in the Science, Technology, and Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) competition.