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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 10, 2024
Two Alaska Students Named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars
ANCHORAGE, AK -- This week two Alaskan students were named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars by the U.S. Department of Education. The two Alaskans recognized are among 161 high school seniors honored for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields.
The Alaska scholars are:
- Bentley D. Altman, Family Partnership Charter School, Anchorage, Alaska.
- Samantha J. Holler, Mat-Su Career and Technical High School, Wasilla, Alaska.
"Being named a 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholar is an incredible honor, and we are immensely proud of Bentley D. Altman and Samantha J. Holler for achieving this prestigious recognition," said DEED Commissioner Deena Bishop. "Their dedication to academic excellence and outstanding achievements highlight the exceptional talents they possess. We celebrate their success and look forward to their continued contributions to our community and beyond."
Of the 3.7 million students expected to graduate from high school this year, more than 5,700 candidates qualified for the 2024 awards determined by outstanding performance on the College Board SAT or ACT exams or through nominations made by chief state school officers, other partner recognition organizations and YoungArts, the National Foundation for the Advancement of Artists.
Created in 1964, the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program has honored over 8,200 of the nation’s top-performing students. The program was expanded in 1979 to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional talent in the visual, literary and performing arts. In 2015, the program was again extended to recognize students who demonstrate ability and accomplishment in career and technical education fields. 2024 is the program’s 60th anniversary.
The Presidential Scholars Class of 2024 will be recognized for their outstanding achievement this summer with an online recognition program.
A complete list of 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars is available at http://www.ed.gov/psp
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The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development provides information, resources, and leadership to support over 130,000 students in 505 public schools across the state of Alaska. The mission of the department is to ensure an “Excellent Education for Every Student Every Day.”
Media Contact: eed.pio@alaska.gov
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