SWHS School Student Greg Garrett Named U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Candidate
February 7, 2019
Greg Garrett is congratulated by South Walton High School Principal Dr. Alexis Tibbetts for being named a candidate in the U. S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Gregory Garrett, a graduating senior at South Walton High School, has been named one of approximately 4,500 candidates in the 2019 U. S. Presidential Scholars Program. He was selected from nearly 3.6 million students. Gregory is President of the South Walton High School Student Government Association, a National Advanced Placement Scholar, and a 2018 Sunshine State Scholar
Inclusion in the U. S. Presidential Scholars Program is based on superior academic and artistic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character and involvement in community and school activities.
Up to 161 U. S. Presidential Scholars will be chosen from this year’s senior class, representing excellence in education and the promise of greatness in America’s youth.
Scholars will be invited to Washington, D.C. for several days in June to receive the Presidential Scholars Medallion at a recognition ceremony and to participate in events and activities.
Gregory is the son of Robert and Anna Garrett of Freeport, FL. He plans to attend the University of Florida majoring in Computer Science and Business.
Submitted by Barbara Stratton
Photo by Barb Stratton, SWHS