Mary-Kate Eriksen of Hypoluxo Island is one of five seniors from The Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts to have been nominated for the prestigious Presidential Scholars Award. Inclusion in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, now in its 49th year, is one of the highest honors bestowed upon graduating high school seniors. Scholars are selected on the basis of superior academic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities. 101 students will make the final academic cut nationally and 20 will be named Presidential Scholars in the Arts. The final Presidential Scholars will be announced in May. Photo provided
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