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Three Mississippi high school seniors were named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars.

The program annually recognizes 161 of the nation's top-performing high school seniors.

Students qualify based on exam scores or nominations and are selected from each state, D.C., Puerto Rico, and U.S. families abroad.

While there is no monetary prize, the honor can help students earn merit-based scholarships for college.

Every year, the U.S. Presidential Scholars program recognizes 161 of the top-performing high school seniors throughout the nation. This year, the list includes three Mississippi students.

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced the 2025 Presidential Scholars on Sept. 26.

Alexis Griffith of Long Beach High School in Long Beach, Jackson Alexander Pearc

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