The Caddo Parish School Board has announced that Arisha “Rishi” Sultana, Caddo’s High School Student of the Year, has been named one of the nation’s top 300 teen scientists by the Society of Science as part of the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

The Regeneron Science Talent Search is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. For her recognition, Rishi and her school, Caddo Parish Magnet High School, will each receive $2,000. The School Board extended its congratulations to Rishi and the school.