Two Blue Valley grads named U.S. Presidential Scholars

Two exceptional Blue Valley graduates have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students. This prestigious recognition celebrates academic excellence, leadership and contributions to school and community.

Sriram Srinivasa Kalki, a 2025 graduate of Blue Valley North, and Leena Dudi, a 2025 graduate of Blue Valley West, are among only 161 students nationwide selected as 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars by the U.S. Department of Education.

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program recognizes students for outstanding academic achievement, artistic excellence, career and technical education accomplishments and leadership. Scholars are selected annually based on academic rigor, standardized test scores, essays, school evaluations and community service.

Srinivasa Kalkia and Dudi reflect the district’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, student-centered learning and supportive school communities. Their accomplishments reinforce our mission to cultivate lifelong learners prepared to navigate their future with purpose.

To learn more about the award, visit U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.