BCSD News Release: Blackville-Hilda High School Named National Beta School of Merit
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Blackville-Hilda High School Named National Beta School of Merit
August 26, 2026 - Barnwell County School District is proud to announce that Blackville-Hilda High School is a 2025-2026 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 6,103 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!”
Principal Christina Snider stated, “I am incredibly proud of Blackville-Hilda High School for being recognized as 2025-2026 National Beta School of Merit. This is the third year in a row that we have been awarded this award. This honor is a true reflection of the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our Beta members, sponsors, teachers, and families. Including members from all eligible grade levels shows our belief that every student matters and deserves the chance to lead, learn, and excel.”
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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.
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BCSD News Release: Blackville-Hilda High School Named National Beta School of Merit
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Barnwell County School District Superintendent Office
Phone: (803) 541-3590
Email: BCSDNews@bcsd.net