2 Baton Rouge students named 2024 US Presidential Scholars
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — The U.S. Department of Education has named 161 high school seniors from across the country as 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars. Two of them are from Baton Rouge.
Baton Rouge students recognized are Kathy Hu, a senior at Episcopal High School, and Brandon Lin, a senior at Baton Rouge Magnet High School.
“On behalf of President Biden, I am delighted to celebrate their accomplishments, and encourage these scholars to continue to aim high, lift up others, and embrace opportunities to lead,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona.
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The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars picks students based on grades, excellence in the arts and technical education. The commission looks at essays, school reviews and transcripts. They also look for a commitment to community service and leadership.
About 3.7 million students will graduate from high school this year. Over 5,700 students qualified for the 2024 awards through nominations by state school officers, other partner organizations, or YoungArts, the National Foundation for the Advancement of Artists, the U.S. Department of Education said.
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