🏛️ Executive Order of the President: Celebrating Excellence Through the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program 🌟
When an Executive Order of the President leads to a legacy of honoring youth, the result is one of America’s most prestigious recognitions for high school students—the Presidential Scholars Program . This powerful initiative, started under President Lyndon B. Johnson , has transformed over the years to include not just academic excellence but also creative arts and technical skillsets that reflect the evolving talents of the American student body. 🎓 The Beginning: A Vision of National Academic Pride The foundation for this national honor was set in motion by Executive Order 11155 , signed on May 23, 1964 . The order established the Commission on Presidential Scholars , tasked with recognizing high school seniors across the United States who exhibit exceptional academic performance . According to the U.S. Department of Education , this commission selects students based on both merit and recommendations from their respective states, giving a platform for excellence from every cor...