Mysore :

In order to recognise academic success in the classroom, the US Department of Education presents President’s Award for Educational Excellence every year.

Nikitha Chalgeri, daughter of Smitha R. Chalgeri and Raju Chalgeri, residents of US, has been awarded American President’s Education Award for outstanding excellence for achieving all-round progress in Academic as well as extra curricular activities during 2014. She is pursuing her 7th standard in Tesoro Del Velle School, California, USA. Nikitha’s elder sister Nidhi Chalgeri was also awarded similar education award during 2010.

President Barack Obama has also sent a congratulatory message from White House for achieving this unique Education Award which reads as follows:

“Please accept my congratulations on receiving the President’s Education Award. I am pleased to join your family, friends and teachers in honouring this tremendous achievement.

America’s continued success depends on how well your generation is prepared for the future, and this special recognition is a testament to the dedication and skill you have shown in the classroom. I am proud of you for pushing yourself academically, and I am counting on you to continue to set a good example and help others whenever you have the opportunity. Smart, driven young people like you remind me that America’s best days are yet to come. And as long as you continue to stay focused on your education and work hard, no dream will be beyond reach.

Congratulations, again. I hope this award inspires you to continue seeking out new challenges and setting your sights on new horizons. I wish you all the best for the years ahead.”

Nikitha and Nidhi are the grand-daughters of Rohini and Dr. P.D. Padmakumar Jain, retd. Joint Director of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, residing in Kuvempunagar, Mysore.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News  / July 16th, 2014