2025 Outstanding Young Citizens
Congratulations to our Outstanding Young Citizens!
Kennedy Gilliard
Pittsburgh Obama (The Barack Obama Academy of International Studies), 11
Parent(s)/Guardian(s):
Tracey Gilliard
Damian Gilliard
Academic Achievement
High Honor Roll, Member – 3 Years
In the running for Valedictorian, Member – 3 Years
The Challenge Program Inc. Academic Excellence Award Winner, Member – 1 Year
National Society of Highschool Scholars, Member – 2 Years
Extracurricular Activities
Notorious Superstars Cheer, Member – 4 Years
Obama Cheer Team, Member – 3 Years
Obama Track and Field, Member – 1 Year
PPS Superintendent Student Advisory Council, Student Ambassador – 2 Years
PPS African American Centers for Advanced Studies, Member – 3 Years
Community Involvement
Pittsburgh Dilworth Classroom Assistant, Member – 1 Year
Assembled and Donated Blankets to Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh, Member – 2 Years
Plans
I’m working hard to graduate as valedictorian and set myself up for a successful future. I plan to attend a four-year college and major in nursing because I’m passionate about healthcare, and I’m considering a minor in psychology, business, or marine biology. In the future, I’d love to own a business and be involved in my community, using my success to help and inspire others while always continuing to learn and grow!