Greater Nashua
Second South grad named semifinalist in Presidential Scholarship program
NASHUA - Jhanvi Desai, a 2026 graduate of Nashua High School South, was recently named as one of the six New Hampshire semifinalists in the prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholarship program. She joins fellow Nashua South graduate Pratham Mukewar. “This recognition reflects years of dedication to her academics, leadership and service to her community,” said Desai’s mother, Falguni Vashi. “Throughout high school, she has challenged herself in the classroom while also taking on leadership roles and community initiatives. It is rewarding to see those efforts recognized at the national level.” Vashi said that in February, her daughter was recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as one of 6,500 scholarship candidates. In May, the nationwide total was reduced to 627. Desai was included in the initial list based on her academic performance as well as her scores on ...
