Graphic reading “2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar Candidates” with two framed student portraits labeled Siddharth Dendukur and Aashritha Kakarla.

We are honored to announce that CV seniors Siddarth Dendukuri and Aashritha Kakarla have been selected as Candidates in the highly prestigious 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Established by Executive Order in 1964, this elite national recognition honors a select group of graduating seniors who exemplify the highest standards of academic excellence, leadership, and service to their communities. Each year, only a small group of approximately 5,000 candidates are chosen from across the nation, underscoring the significance of this distinction.

We are immensely #CVProud of Siddarth and Aashritha for earning this distinguished honor and for representing Cumberland Valley with exceptional achievement, character, and national distinction.