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|OrganizationName=Commission on Presidential Scholars
|OrganizationName=Commission on Presidential Scholars
|OrganizationType=Boards, Commissions, and Committees
|OrganizationType=Boards, Commissions, and Committees
|Mission=To honor some of the nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and technical education, recognizing their leadership, service, and commitment to excellence.
|Mission=The Commission on Presidential Scholars aims to identify, honor, and recognize some of the nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, arts, and career and technical education, thereby inspiring excellence and leadership among youth.
|ParentOrganization=U.S. Department of Education
|ParentOrganization=Department of Education
|CreationLegislation=Executive Order by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964
|TopOrganization=Department of Education
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|CreationLegislation=Executive Order by President Lyndon B. Johnson
|Services=Scholar Selection; Award Ceremony; Recognition Events
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|Services=Selection and Recognition of Scholars
|HeadquartersAddress=400 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
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|Website=https://www2.ed.gov/programs/psp/
|HeadquartersAddress=400 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20202, USA
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}}'''Commission on Presidential Scholars (CPS)''' is an esteemed group appointed by the [[President|President of the United States]] to select and honor high school seniors for their exceptional achievements in academics, the arts, and career and technical education. This commission plays a crucial role in recognizing and celebrating youth excellence across the nation.


'''Commission on Presidential Scholars''' is an independent body appointed by the [[President]] to recognize and celebrate the academic, artistic, and technical achievements of high school seniors across the United States.
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{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www2.ed.gov/programs/psp/}}


==Mission==
==Mission==


The mission of the Commission on Presidential Scholars is to select and honor the nation's top high school graduates for their outstanding scholarship, leadership, service, and commitment to excellence. It aims to inspire and encourage future generations by celebrating these achievements through a national recognition program.
The mission of the Commission on Presidential Scholars is to recognize and celebrate outstanding academic, artistic, and technical achievements among graduating high school seniors. By identifying and honoring these scholars, the Commission seeks to foster a culture of excellence, leadership, and service, encouraging students to continue their pursuit of knowledge and contribution to society.


==Parent organization==
==Parent organization==


The Commission operates under the auspices of the [[U.S. Department of Education]] but functions independently as a presidential commission.
The Commission on Presidential Scholars operates under the [[U.S. Department of Education]], which oversees the administration of the program and provides logistical support.


==Legislation==
==Legislation==


The Commission was established by an [[Executive Order]] signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 to recognize academic excellence among high school students.
Established by an Executive Order<ref>https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/documents/executive-order-11155-presidential-scholarship-program</ref> by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964, this commission was designed to honor high school students for their academic accomplishments.


==Partners==
==Partners==


While not formally listed as partners, the Commission collaborates with:
The Commission works with:
 
* U.S. Department of Education - https://www.ed.gov/
* State educational agencies for nominations
* YoungArts - https://www.youngarts.org/ for the arts component of the program.
* Educational institutions
* YoungArts for arts scholars


==Number of employees==
==Number of employees==


The Commission does not have employees in the traditional sense; it comprises appointed members who serve in an advisory capacity.
The Commission does not have full-time staff but consists of appointed members who serve in an advisory capacity.


==Organization structure==
==Organization structure==


*'''Commission Members''' are appointed by the President and represent various fields like education, arts, sciences, and public service.
* The Commission is led by a Chair appointed by the President.
*'''Advisory Committees''' may assist in areas like arts or career and technical education.
* Members include distinguished individuals from various fields like education, arts, business, and public service, selected for their expertise and commitment to education.


==List of programs==
==List of programs==


* Selection of Presidential Scholars
* Selection of Presidential Scholars - Annually, the Commission selects up to 161 students for this national honor.
* National Recognition Week in Washington, D.C.
* National Recognition Program - An event where scholars are formally recognized, typically in Washington, D.C.
* Medal Ceremony at the White House


==Last total enacted budget==
==Last total enacted budget==


The budget specifics for the Commission are not publicly detailed as it operates within the U.S. Department of Education's broader funding.
Specific budget details for the Commission on Presidential Scholars are not publicly itemized but are included within the broader budget of the U.S. Department of Education.


==Leader==
==Leader==


The Commission is chaired by a Chairman selected by the President.
The head of the Commission is known as the "Chair."
 
==Staff==
 
The Commission operates with a small group of appointees rather than a fixed staff. Appointees serve for terms determined by the President.
 
==Funding==
 
Funding for the Commission's activities comes from the federal budget allocated to the U.S. Department of Education, specifically for the Presidential Scholars Program.


==Services provided==
==Services provided==


The Commission provides services through the annual selection of scholars, organizing recognition events, and awarding the Presidential Scholars Medallion. It also engages in outreach to encourage high achievement and public service among youth.
The Commission's primary service is the selection and recognition of high school seniors as Presidential Scholars based on their academic achievement, artistic talent, or career and technical education accomplishments. This includes managing the application process, evaluating candidates, and organizing the annual recognition ceremony.


==Regulations overseen==
==Regulations overseen==


The Commission does not oversee regulations but operates under the guidelines set by the executive order and the policies of the U.S. Department of Education for the selection and recognition of scholars.
The Commission does not oversee regulations but follows guidelines set forth by the U.S. Department of Education and the Executive Order that established it.


==Headquarters address==
==Headquarters address==


400 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 (U.S. Department of Education's address)
400 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20202, USA


==Website==
==History==


https://www2.ed.gov/programs/psp/
Created by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 through Executive Order 11155, the Commission on Presidential Scholars was designed as a recognition program for outstanding high school graduates. Over the years, the program has expanded to include students with exceptional achievements in the arts (1979) and in career and technical education (2015), reflecting a broader recognition of diverse talents and abilities among the nation's youth.


==Wikipedia article==
==External links==


[[wikipedia:Presidential Scholars Program]]
* [https://www2.ed.gov/programs/psp/index.html Official Website]
* [[wikipedia:Presidential Scholars Program]]


==External links==
==References==
* https://www2.ed.gov/programs/psp/
* https://www.ed.gov/
* https://www.presidentialscholars.org/


[[Category:U.S. Department of Education]]
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Commission on Presidential Scholars
Type: Boards, Commissions, and Committees
Parent organization: Department of Education
Top organization: Department of Education
Employees:
Executive: Chair
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Address: 400 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20202, USA
Website: https://www2.ed.gov/programs/psp/index.html
Creation Legislation: Executive Order by President Lyndon B. Johnson
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Mission
The Commission on Presidential Scholars aims to identify, honor, and recognize some of the nation's most distinguished graduating high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, arts, and career and technical education, thereby inspiring excellence and leadership among youth.
Services

Selection and Recognition of Scholars

Regulations

Commission on Presidential Scholars (CPS) is an esteemed group appointed by the President of the United States to select and honor high school seniors for their exceptional achievements in academics, the arts, and career and technical education. This commission plays a crucial role in recognizing and celebrating youth excellence across the nation.

Official Site

Mission

The mission of the Commission on Presidential Scholars is to recognize and celebrate outstanding academic, artistic, and technical achievements among graduating high school seniors. By identifying and honoring these scholars, the Commission seeks to foster a culture of excellence, leadership, and service, encouraging students to continue their pursuit of knowledge and contribution to society.

Parent organization

The Commission on Presidential Scholars operates under the U.S. Department of Education, which oversees the administration of the program and provides logistical support.

Legislation

Established by an Executive Order[1] by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964, this commission was designed to honor high school students for their academic accomplishments.

Partners

The Commission works with:

Number of employees

The Commission does not have full-time staff but consists of appointed members who serve in an advisory capacity.

Organization structure

  • The Commission is led by a Chair appointed by the President.
  • Members include distinguished individuals from various fields like education, arts, business, and public service, selected for their expertise and commitment to education.

List of programs

  • Selection of Presidential Scholars - Annually, the Commission selects up to 161 students for this national honor.
  • National Recognition Program - An event where scholars are formally recognized, typically in Washington, D.C.

Last total enacted budget

Specific budget details for the Commission on Presidential Scholars are not publicly itemized but are included within the broader budget of the U.S. Department of Education.

Leader

The head of the Commission is known as the "Chair."

Staff

The Commission operates with a small group of appointees rather than a fixed staff. Appointees serve for terms determined by the President.

Funding

Funding for the Commission's activities comes from the federal budget allocated to the U.S. Department of Education, specifically for the Presidential Scholars Program.

Services provided

The Commission's primary service is the selection and recognition of high school seniors as Presidential Scholars based on their academic achievement, artistic talent, or career and technical education accomplishments. This includes managing the application process, evaluating candidates, and organizing the annual recognition ceremony.

Regulations overseen

The Commission does not oversee regulations but follows guidelines set forth by the U.S. Department of Education and the Executive Order that established it.

Headquarters address

400 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20202, USA

History

Created by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 through Executive Order 11155, the Commission on Presidential Scholars was designed as a recognition program for outstanding high school graduates. Over the years, the program has expanded to include students with exceptional achievements in the arts (1979) and in career and technical education (2015), reflecting a broader recognition of diverse talents and abilities among the nation's youth.

External links

References