Sioux City Mayor’s Youth Commission Recognizes Young Ambassadors
On May 6, 2019, the Sioux City Mayor’s Youth Commission honored nearly 40 students in grades 4-7 as Young Ambassadors at its annual recognition event.
The Young Ambassadors program honors students who demonstrate the six pillars of character in both school and the community. All nominated students receive recognition, a Young Ambassadors t-shirt, and gifts from area businesses. From the nominations, ten students were selected to be mentored by members of the Sioux City Mayor’s Youth Commission, which will begin this fall. The ten students are:
Jacob Bissell, Sacred Heart
Ruben Dieguez, Unity Elementary
Hannah Koehler, Siouxland Christian
Andy Lam, Liberty Elementary
Layla Lilly, Perry Creek Elementary
Maria McGowan, Blessed Sacrament
Anya O’Connor, Mater Dei
Abrahm Scott, Sacred Heart
Nathan Solma, Mater Dei
Kayla VonHaden, East Middle School
To be eligible, the student had to be in grades 4-7 during the school year, enrolled in a Sioux City public or parochial school, reside in Sioux City, but attend a school outside of Sioux City, or be home schooled in Sioux City.
Recommendations were submitted by a teacher, family member, or an adult associated with the child who is aware of the child’s good character and service.
This program is a partnership between the City of Sioux City, Sioux City Mayor’s Youth Commission, and Siouxland CARES. To learn more about Siouxland CARES, please visit https://www.siouxlandcares.org.