Two Hawaii Students Named Presidential Scholars

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Hawaii’s Kyle Matsuda and Kimiko Matsuda were among the 141 students from across the country to be named 2012 U.S. Presidential Scholars.

One young man and one young woman from each state are chosen for their academic success, artistic excellence, community service and a host of other reasons.

Ed Secretary Arne Duncan made the announcement today. Read more about the honor bestowed on these two high school seniors here. 

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