A Bearden High School student has been selected as a recipient of the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. She is also the school's valedictorian this year.
Abigail Lane is one of only 161 students selected to earn this honor out of 3.7 million students nationwide scheduled to graduate high school this year, according to a press release from the Department of Education. He is one of the
Bearden High School Principal Debbie Sayers said she was extremely proud of Lane.
“She's such a learning sponge,” Sayers said. From the beginning, Lane was interested in coding, math and other science, technology and math-related subjects, she said.
“Abigail is the total package. She checks all the boxes in every aspect of her academic life. All of her teachers love her. … All of her teachers love her work ethic and I appreciate your genuine interest in learning.”
After high school, he plans to study computer science in the honors program at the University of Florida on a partial scholarship.
The award, which is recognized by outstanding performance on the College Board SAT or ACT exams or nominations from state school officials, other partner accrediting organizations, and YoungArts, the National Artist Development Foundation, is one of 5,700 students. More than 1,000 candidates have achieved the qualification.
The White House Presidential Scholars Committee selects recipients each year based on the student's academic success, excellence in arts and technical education, essay, transcript, and demonstrated commitment to community service, according to a press release. do.
Two students from each state were selected for the honor, and another recipient from Tennessee is Jonathan Mehrotra of White Station High School in Memphis.
According to a press release, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona said, “The 161 high school seniors selected for the 60th Anniversary of U.S. Presidential Scholars represent the best of our nation's schools and offer hope for a bright future for our nation.” It will give you,” he said. “On behalf of President (Joe) Biden, I am pleased to honor their accomplishments and encourage our scholars to continue to aim high and embrace opportunities to uplift and lead others.”
Founded in 1964, the Presidential Scholars Program has recognized more than 8,200 of the nation's most accomplished students. Scholars will be recognized in an online recognition program this summer.
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