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SVHS graduating senior, Adrianne Hall, named semi-finalist in U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
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Adrianne Hall, a graduating senior at Stillman Valley High School, is one of 621 semifinalists in the 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Adrianne Hall, a graduating senior at Stillman Valley High School, has been named one of 621 semifinalists in the 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from nearly 5,600 candidates expected to graduate from U.S. high schools in the year 2020.
SVHS Principal Leslie Showers, states, “Miss Adrianne Hall is a very driven, goal-oriented young lady who has consistently demonstrated her dedication to academics, athletics, service, and leadership; she is truly deserving of such a tremendous honor.”
Inclusion in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, now in its 56th year, is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating high school seniors. Scholars are selected on the basis of superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities.
The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to recognize some of our nation’s most distinguished graduating seniors for their accomplishments in many areas: academic success, leadership and service to school and community.
It was expanded in 1979 to recognize students demonstrating exceptional scholarship and talent in the visual, creative and performing arts. In 2015, the program was expanded once again to recognize students who demonstrate ability and accomplishment in career and technical fields.
Annually, up to 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars are chosen from among that year’s senior class, representing excellence in education and the promise of greatness in America’s youth. All Scholars are invited to Washington, DC in June for the National Recognition program.
