TOWNSEND — Two North Middlesex Regional High School students earned the highest performance rating on a the Project Lead The Way End of Course national assessment, North Middlesex Regional School District Superintendent Brad Morgan announced on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026.
Sophomore Colson Kehoe and senior Avery Hansen each received a “Distinguished” rating on the Project Lead The Way End of Course national assessment, which is the highest performance tier. According to Superintendent Morgan, a “Distinguished” rating means Kehoe and Hansen performed in the 99th percentile nationally among students who took the test.
Project Lead The Way offers science, technology, engineering and mathematics curricula that emphasize hands-on problem solving, engineering design, and the real-world application of critical thinking skills.
Superintendent Morgan said the students’ results demonstrates their deep mastery of complex engineering concepts, technical skills, and analytical reasoning.
“Achieving at this elevated national level is a direct reflection of Colson and Avery’s hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm for learning,” North Middlesex Regional High School Principal Laurie Smith said. “Their success serves as an inspiration to fellow students and highlights the quality of our STEM programs.”
Principal Smith congratulated Kehoe and Hansen on the achievement and said the district looks forward to seeing what they accomplish in the future.
