Wrangell T3 Alaska Students

December 30, 2024

The T3 Alaska student group in Wrangell demonstrated remarkable innovation and leadership through their work on the Capitol Christmas Tree project. Collaborating with inventor Brian Ashton, the students designed a life support system using salmon incubation technology to keep the 80-foot Sitka spruce alive during its 4,000-mile journey to Washington, D.C. Their system ensured the […]

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Arianna Leuer

Arianna is a talented artist and advocate who uses cultural crafts to address social and mental health issues. As a member of YAHA, they provide valuable insights to improve public health programs for Alaskan youth. Arianna’s beaded earrings, symbolizing suicide prevention, were featured in the 988Create campaign, raising awareness about the 988 suicide hotline. They […]

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Jayden Lampe

December 26, 2024

Jayden Lampe is an outstanding leader and advocate for her community. As a Youth Organizer with Alaska Youth for Environmental Action, she has led campaigns on food security and climate action, including helping youth from across Alaska call for a climate emergency. Jayden’s leadership extends beyond state-level advocacy; in her hometown of Utqiagvik, she holds […]

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Sarah Kim

Sarah Kim leads efforts to connect high school students with senior citizens. She founded Music for Hearts, a volunteer group with 40 teen musicians. They perform at senior homes and medical facilities across Alaska, brightening lives and raising over $500 for Alzheimer’s families. Sarah advises the Youth Alliance for a Healthier Alaska, focusing on campaigns […]

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Tikvah Olson

December 19, 2024

Tikvah Olson exemplifies dedication and compassion, spending five years supporting Alaska’s at-risk youth and families. Even as a camper, she helped prepare camps, organized logistics, and created welcoming spaces. Her care shines through her effort to bake a personal birthday cake for each of the 50 campers, ensuring every child feels valued and loved. As […]

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Arianna Samson

December 16, 2024

Arianna is an exceptional leader and advocate for her community, exemplified through her involvement with the Tundra Women’s Coalition Teens Acting Against Violence (TAAV) group. She has participated in numerous violence-prevention and community events, including writing and acting in peer education videos on healthy relationships, speaking at Bethel’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day march, and attending the […]

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Alden King

Alden King, an eleventh grader at Steller Secondary School, exemplifies the transformative power of youth leadership through his passion for education and literacy. His most notable achievement is the expansion of the library at Kiaoni Day/Boarding School in Kenya, where he provided early reader books and textbooks to foster literacy and academic success among young […]

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Jasmine Yang

December 13, 2024

Jasmine Yang is a dedicated leader in her church’s Hmong youth group and a passionate advocate for cultural preservation and community service. She has served on a mission assisting Navajo elders in Washington and Oregon and actively supports the younger Hmong generation by teaching the significance of their heritage and language. Jasmine also contributes to […]

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Samaya Faber & Elizabeth Heidbrink

Samaya and Elizabeth are working with the Copper River Watershed Project to improve recycling in Cordova. Collaborating with local organizations, they’ve implemented aluminum can recycling initiatives and promoted awareness through newspaper articles, flyers, and outreach at school events. They also teach 5th graders about healthy watersheds and salmon life cycles through programs like Salmon in […]

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Emmerson Kapp

December 9, 2024

Emmerson Kapp, a junior at Soldotna High School, leads with passion as the KPBSD Board of Education Student Representative. She represents students from 42 schools, gathering their input and sharing updates with the board. At meetings, she delivers reports and casts an advisory vote, ensuring student voices influence decisions. Emmerson inspires peers to speak at […]

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Dustty Heckel

Dustty is a dedicated and active member of his community. As a camp den leader and welding instructor with Scouts of America, he has helped Scouts achieve merit badges while fostering their growth and skills. His volunteer efforts span numerous organizations, including The Salvation Army Operation Santa, the Fur Rondy Royalty Pageant, and the American […]

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Joshua Pak

Joshua is a dedicated youth leader and advocate. As the Student Advisory Board President for the Anchorage School District, he represents all students in the district. He also serves as Bar President of Anchorage Youth Court and Section 8 Representative on the National Federation of High Schools National Student Advisory Council. His impressive resume highlights […]

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Dalton Ante

December 6, 2024

At just 12 years old, Dalton has shown incredible dedication to his community, particularly through his work with The Alaska Humane Society. Since he was 10, he has volunteered weekly to clean the shelter and care for the cats, raising over $6,000 to support their needs. His efforts include fundraising and assisting in building individual […]

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Mika Grubis

December 5, 2024

Mika is a dedicated high school student whose passion for helping others is evident in her impactful projects. As a freshman, she organized a month-long School Community Book Drive, collecting over 900 books for the Fairbanks Literacy Council to promote literacy and encourage community involvement. Mika handled every detail, from creating fliers to coordinating collections. […]

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Dimond High Green Effects NOAA Ocean Guardian Club

December 3, 2024

The Dimond Green Effects NOAA Ocean Guardian Club has made a significant environmental impact, removing over 1,400 pounds of marine debris from Prince William Sound and over 1,000 pounds of trash from their campus. They successfully advocated for a community recycling trailer, maintain a robust school recycling program, and educate peers on responsible consumption and […]

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Hunter Hayden

November 14, 2024

Hunter, president of Dimond Robotics, has expanded STEM access for Anchorage youth. He has volunteered over 120 hours this year, mentoring multiple FIRST LEGO League teams. Hunter co-founded The Lynx Initiative (TLI) to create robotics programs for underserved students. As the youngest board member of the Alaska Museum of Science & Nature, he champions youth-led […]

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Dominic Blair

November 6, 2024

Dominic Blair took on a leading role as narrator in the SHI theater workshop, held over spring break in Ketchikan, where he inspired others by showing pride in his Alaska Native identity. Throughout the production, Dominic exemplified a strong work ethic and encouraged his peers, offering support to those struggling with lines or performance nerves. […]

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Teagann Smith

Teagann, now in her second term as student body president, has shown exceptional leadership by creating a more inclusive and supportive school environment. Her initiative to establish an on-campus weight room has given students and families in the community a much-needed space for fitness, especially valuable in their rural Alaskan village where fitness facilities are […]

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Knud Larson

Knud is a dedicated volunteer who makes a profound impact on youth-led, trauma-informed projects at REACH 907. His work starts well before camp, as he prepares supplies and logistics, ensuring everything is ready for these critical programs. At camp, Knud connects directly with at-risk youth, offering support, guidance, and compassion. This summer, he even served […]

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Arthur Frank

November 1, 2024

Arthur Frank, president of Craig High School, brings positivity and kindness to his school and community. He’s dedicated to supporting school activities, finding new ways to fund sports, and inspiring others with his drive and generosity. Outside of school, Arthur volunteers regularly, helps with community projects, and even runs his own wood-selling business. Known for […]

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