Academic Letters
Academic Letters will be awarded to the top students at Marcos de Niza High School.  These letters are similar to the athletic letter and will have Academic written on the front.  In order to be awarded to the student, the following criteria must be met:

Sophomores:   A 3.8 cumulative grade point average or be in the top 5% at the end of the 4th semester  
Juniors: A 3.8 cumulative grade point average or be in the top 8% at the end of the 6th semester
Seniors: A 3.8 cumulative grade point average or be in the top 10% of the class at the end of the 7th semester.

1.  Only one letter will be awarded while at Marcos de Niza High School.
2.  The student must make a written application to the Principal for this award with a copy of his / her transcript attached  for verification.

Principal's Honor Roll
Students are considered to be on the Principal's Honor Roll if they have a G.P.A. of 3.8 or above each semester.

Honor Roll
Students are considered to be on the Honor Roll if they have a G.P.A. of 3.5-3.79 each semester.

Padre Pride
This program recognizes and rewards all students who maintain a certain GPA and refrain from any disciplinary referrals.  It offers students rewards such as Arizona Cardinal or Phoenix Suns tickets, movie tickets, and even scholarships to graduating seniors.  The scholarships are named after Mr. Vic Sanchez, a past principal who left a legacy of pride and respect.

Honors Assembly
Students who have earned scholarships during the year are recognized at an evening award ceremony in May.

Wall of Fame
Students who meet specific criteria are recognized on the Wall of Fame.