2 Charlotte-area high school seniors named Presidential Scholars [Video]

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Four high school seniors from North Carolina were named U.S. Presidential Scholars this year, including two from Cabarrus and Union counties. 

The Commission on Presidential Scholars selects students annually based on their academic success, artistic and technical excellence; and demonstrated commitment to community service and leadership.

One of the scholars, Josiah Young, is a senior at Hickory Ridge High School in Harrisburg. He’s a member of the DECA business education organization and the founder of Headset Sports, a sports agency that helps athletes build their brands. 

“I would love to be either the NBA or the NFL Head Commissioner,” Young said, “the person who’s kind of in charge of all the business of sports and in that specific league or organization.”

Young is passionate about using his business skills to help others. 

The Presidential Scholars in Career and Technical Education award is a significant honor that recognizes the hard work …