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Bel Air High School Senior Earns Full Scholarship to Prestigious Smith College

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Janie Montenegro, a senior at Bel Air High School in El Paso, has been awarded a full four-year scholarship to Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, thanks to the QuestBridge National College Match Scholarship program. This prestigious scholarship recognizes students who excel in STEM fields, demonstrate leadership, and engage in community service. Montenegro's achievement highlights the opportunities available for local students pursuing higher education. The Ysleta Independent School District (YISD) celebrated her accomplishment, emphasizing the importance of such scholarships in supporting future leaders.

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