Fall 2025 NSHSS Membership 101

September 4, 2025 at 6:30 PM ET

Join us for a virtual NSHSS Membership 101 designed to help new members, parents, and prospective members explore everything NSHSS has to offer! This interactive session will feature student speakers and a scholarship administrator, covering key NSHSS benefits and sharing personal experiences.

All attendees will have the chance to ask questions live. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow students, ask questions, and get the most out of your NSHSS experience!

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In this meeting, you will learn about:

How NSHSS membership enhances college applications

Exclusive programs and opportunities

Virtual learning, prep tools, and partner deals

Member events and travel abroad experiences

Funding opportunities and application insights

Don’t miss this chance to connect and make the most of your NSHSS experience!

Register now

Meet the Speakers:

Nainika Manthena

NSHSS Ambassador Leadership Council President | Meeting Host

Nainika is a junior at Palm Harbor Univ HS - IB Program, FL. She wants to pursue a career as a lawyer specializing in family and disability law. Some of her hobbies include dancing, organizing TEDx talks, and tutoring kids with ADHD.

Alexis Anderson

NSHSS Scholarships Administrator | Speaker

Alexis Anderson is the Scholarships Administrator at NSHSS and serves as the coordinator of the Collegiate Council. Alexis graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Georgia State University in 2023. Prior to joining NSHSS in April 2024, she gained experience in the legal and hospitality sectors. Originally from Savannah, Georgia, Alexis now resides in Atlanta.

Saawan Duvvuri

NSHSS Scholarship Winner | Speaker

Saawan is a student leader, researcher, and advocate for racial equity. He is the Founder and Executive Director of LiteratureDiversified, a global youth-led organization with 430+ members in 11 countries. Saawan has conducted research at Harvard, UCLA, and Vanderbilt on racial disparities in education and criminal justice, and his work has earned national honors, including The Diana Award, Prudential Emerging Visionary Award, and the Princeton Prize in Race Relations. He is also involved in multiple community advocacy leadership roles, including serving as President of the Tennessee Student Equity Leadership Board, Chairman of his State Representative's Youth Advisory Council, and on his State's Education Trust Youth Commission, leading statewide advocacy for education reform.

Blaise Bowers

NSHSS Ambassador Advocate | Speaker

A senior at Legacy High School in Broomfield, CO, an aspiring filmmaker, businessman, and entertainment attorney, Blaise currently works for Langley LLP as a law clerk, video editor, and podcast manager. He will be attending Chapman University this fall for Business Administration. Blaise is a professional actor and enjoys video games and movies, especially law-themed shows. An amateur writer, Blaise is currently crafting a sci-fi fantasy novel.

Antonio Pizza

NSHSS Ambassador Leadership Council VP | Speaker

Antonio is an NSHSS Ambassador and a senior at Hagerty High School, FL. He is an up-and-coming politician dedicated to improving his community. Whether he's working on political campaigns or participating in school clubs and activities, Antonio is always ready to help. He will be attending the University of Central Florida this fall for Political Science—and in 2044, he hopes to run for President of the United States!

 

Wijdan Malha

NSHSS Ambassador | Speaker

Wijdan a NSHSS Ambassador and a Senior at Acellus Academy, passionate about medicine, equity, and education. She plans to major in Medicine/Biology with the goal of becoming a surgeon serving underserved communities. Outside the classroom, Wijdan finds joy in teaching children, mentoring peers, and volunteering in her community. Her hobbies—Kickboxing, Crochet, and Soccer—reflect her creativity, discipline, and team spirit.