Laura Wenger Named U.S. Presidential Scholar Most Influential Teacher

Pictured: U.S. Presidential Scholar Senior Sabrina Guo (left) with influential teacher Laura Wenger

Photo courtesy of Syosset Central School District

Syosset High School social studies teacher Laura Wenger has been named a 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholar most influential teacher. Senior Sabrina Guo, who was selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar earlier this month, nominated Ms. Wenger as a teacher who inspired her and contributed most to her success.

“Ms. Wenger has been instrumental in my intellectual and personal growth, both inside and outside of the classroom,” said Senior Sabrina Guo. “I am truly grateful to Ms. Wenger for her significant role in challenging, encouraging, and inspiring me to become the best student—and most compassionate leader—I can be.”

The U.S. Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 by Executive Order of the President to recognize excellence in education and to honor some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors. Roughly 5,000 students nationwide apply, but only 161 are named presidential scholars. The Presidential Scholars Class of 2023 will be recognized for their outstanding achievement this summer with an online recognition program.