Students named 2026 Secretary of Education Scholars

Secretary of Education Cindy Marten has recognized 93 public school students from the Class of 2026 as Secretary of Education Scholars.

Gov. Matt Meyer and other state leaders joined Marten last night to celebrate the students during a dinner in Dover.

"Excellence like we see here tonight doesn't happen by accident. It is built day by day, decision by decision into something remarkable," Marten told the students. "You likely have or will receive many honors and recognitions in your life. Just know that this is one of the highest honors a student can earn in a Delaware public school, and we are here to celebrate not just what you've accomplished but who you are becoming."

Check out this video showcasing the students and those self-reflections.

The scholars also are being recognized on a website to showcase their outstanding achievements. The website includes photographs, principal nomination statements and student narrative statements as submitted by the students.

The state has named Secretary of Education Scholars every year since 1984. The number of scholars from each school is based on enrollment. Principals nominate the students based on their academic records, school leadership and community service.

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