John Jay High School Valedictorian Is Also A National Merit Finalist

CROSS RIVER, NY — A remarkable high school senior has added to an already impressive list of accomplishments.

John Jay High School has announced that Alice Cai, the Class of 2024 valedictorian, has been named a National Merit Scholarship Program Finalist.

"This prestigious achievement is a testament to Alice’s hard work, dedication and outstanding academic abilities," Principal Steven Siciliano said. "Her commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed, and we commend her for reaching this significant milestone. Alice’s future is undoubtedly bright, and we have no doubt that she will continue to excel in all her endeavors."

In addition to being the valedictorian of John Jay’s Class of 2024, Cai is student council president, a campus congress representative and founder and president of John Jay High School’s Fashion Reimagined Club. Outside of school, Alice is an accomplished pianist, and an Advisory Board Member of the President's Junior Leadership Council at Northern Westchester Hospital.