Do these two sentences from wikipedia have the same meaning?
Cunningham Elementary School was recognized in 2003 by Governor Jim McGreevey as one of 25 schools selected nationwide for the first annual Governor 's School of Excellence .
Cunningham Elementary School was selected in 2003 by Governor Jim McGreevey as one of 25 schools awarded nationwide for the first annual Governor 's School of Excellence .

Select from the following.
[i] no;
[ii] yes;
The answer is:
[i]