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Two WCPSS students are among the 15 NC students named semifinalists in the Presidential Scholars program.
The students are Michael Nokes of Apex High and Patrick Joseph Short of Sanderson High.
The two students were selected from more than 3,000 candidates on the basis of superior achievements, leadership qualities, personal character and involvement in community and school activities.
Students qualify for consideration on the basis of their college entrance exam scores. To be considered further, candidates must submit candidacy materials including essays, self-assessments, secondary school reports, and transcripts. Candidates are evaluated on their academic achievement, personal characteristics, leadership and service activities, and an analysis of their essay.
The semifinalists are chosen by an independent, national committee of educators convened by the Commission on Presidential Scholars. The number of semifinalists identified per state is based on a proportionate number of test takers for that state.
The Commission on Presidential Scholars makes the final selection of the 121 students. One young man and one young woman are chosen from each state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and from families of U.S. citizens living abroad. In addition, up to 15 students are chosen at large.
The names of the Scholars will be announced by the US Department of Education in May. The Scholars will be invited to Washington, DC for several days in June to receive the Presidential Scholars medallion at a recognition ceremony and to participate in various activities and events held in their honor.
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