Two local high school seniors have been named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars, one of the highest academic honors. Up to 161 students from across the nation are named as Presidential Scholars, each year.

Two students are selected for the honor from each state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and U.S. families living abroad. In addition, 15 scholars are chosen at-large, 20 scholars in the arts, and 20 scholars in career and technical education, according to a press release.

Alexandra Kate Paisley, a Royal Oak resident and student at Royal Oak Shrine Catholic High School; and Ryan R. Wang, a Troy resident and student at Troy High School were selected for Michigan. They were among 14 semifinalists in the state.

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon announced the 2025 U.S. Presid

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