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Presidential Scholars, Presidential Scholars in CTE programs accepting nominations

The Presidential Scholars program recognizes and honors high school seniors who have demonstrated high achievements academically or in the arts — some having to overcome special challenges or hurdles to do so. This is an excellent opportunity to recognize exemplary students in your school.

High-achieving students who have demonstrated excellence in career and technical education (CTE) also can be recognized through the Presidential Scholars in Career and Technical Education program. This new program started in 2016. 

These two separate programs require separate nomination forms. 

To nominate a student for the Presidential Scholars program or the Presidential Scholars in Career and Technical Education program, a nomination form must be completed and submitted to the address indicated on the nomination form: https://www.ksde.org/Agency/Fiscal-and-Administrative-Services/Communications-and-Recognition-Programs/Presidential-Scholars-Program 

Schools may nominate only two students, one for each program. Nominations must be postmarked by Oct. 10. 

Contact Tamla Miller at (785) 296-4950 or tamla.miller@ksde.gov with questions.

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Posted: Aug 21, 2025,
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Author: Tamla Miller
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