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​Four Minnesota Students Selected as U.S. Presidential Scholars​

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Celebrates the Accomplishments of Outstanding Students

MINNEAPOLIS — This fall, the U.S. Department of Education announced the 62nd class of 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars, including four students from Minnesota:

• Angie Huang, of Woodbury, East Ridge High School
• Benjamin Lu, of Shoreview, Mounds View High School
• Aaratrika Mondal, of Maple Grove, Wayzata High School
• Emma Yu, of Ham Lake, Andover High School

Presidential Scholars are honored for their accomplishments in the academics, the arts, and career and technical education.

“Congratulations to Angie, Benjamin, Aaratrika and Emma,” said Commissioner Willie Jett. “Your commitment to education, leadership and community service are an example for all to follow.”

Of the 3.9 million students that graduated from high school this year, more than 6,700 candidates qualified for the 2026 award based on outstanding performance on the SAT or ACT exam, or nominations made by chief state school officers and partner recognition organizations.

Since 1964, the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program has honored over 8,600 of the nation’s top-performing students.

To learn more about the program, visit the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program webpage of the U.S. Department of Education website.

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