Congratulations to Rocco A. Odell, from Holy Cross H.S.!

He is now officially part of the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). The society recognized this Flushing student for his outstanding leadership, scholarship and community involvement.

“On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice and commitment that Rocco has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence,” said Claes Nobel, founder and chairman of the society. “Rocco is now a member of a unique community of scholars – that represents the very best hope for the future.”

 

TACHS Preparation Classes

Thomas J. Courtney and Associates offers preparation for the TACHS exam, which is required for admission to most Catholic high schools in the area. The fee for the course is $295, which includes 18 hours of instruction, workbooks and all course materials in two schools. The classes are open to boys and girls in both schools. Call 914-771-8577 or 914-751-2856 for information.

Holy Cross H.S., Flushing — Five Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., starting Sept. 27 and Sunday Oct. 12, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

St. Saviour H.S., Park Slope — ­Six Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., starting Sept. 20.

 

Youth Page Submissions

Would you like to congratulate a teen? Are you a teen who would like to write a reflection or an article? Do you have an announcement for the teens of the diocese? Submit items to azielinska@diobrook.org; 1712 Tenth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11215; or facebook.com/thetablet. For information, call 718-517-3132.