Monterey High School Named National Beta School of Merit for 2024-2025
Monterey, LA August 15, 2025
Concordia Parish School Board is proud to announce that Monterey High is a 2024-2025 National Beta School of Merit. The school earned this recognition by offering National Beta to all eligible grades on their campus.
The National Beta School of Merit award is given to honor a club’s dedication and commitment to academic excellence. To achieve this prestigious honor, a school must include members from all eligible grade levels in their Beta club. This year 5,930 Beta Clubs across the country received this award.
In a congratulatory letter to the school, Bobby Hart, CEO said “Thank you for your continued support of National Beta and commitment to developing future leaders!”
“Monterey High School is proud to be names a National Beta School of Merit – a testament ot our students’ leadership, character, and dedication to excellence through the National Beta Club.” – Melissa Doughty, Principal
“Seeing our students ear the title of National Beta School of Merit is inspiring – it reflects on their hard work, leadership, and commitment to the values that make Monterey High School shine.” – Kendall Philippe and Tanner Parker, BETA Club Sponsor
“Our Junior Beta Members amaze us with their commitment to service. This recognition reflects their heart for others and their drive to excel.” Tara Dale and Casey Shively, Junior Beta Sponsors
“Even at the elementary level, our Beta members are showing that leadership and service start young. This honor celebrates their hard work and bright future.” Baler Willson, Elementary Beta sponsor
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With more than 500,000 active members and 14,000 clubs nationally and internationally, National Beta has become the nation’s largest independent, non-profit, educational youth organization. National Beta recognizes outstanding achievement, promotes character and social responsibility, encourages service involvement to school and community, and fosters leadership skills. National Elementary Beta includes grades 4-5, National Junior Beta includes grades 6-8 and National Senior Beta includes grades 9-12. Visit betaclub.org for more information.