2025 Outstanding Young Citizens
Congratulations to our Outstanding Young Citizens!
Phelan-Vidal, Mateo
Fox Chapel Area High School, 11
Accepted to Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Architecture Program – Summer 2026
Falling Water Architectural Residency Program – Summer 2026
Pursue Undergraduate Degree and Professional Licensure as an Architect
Plazio, Samuel
Kiski Area High School, 12
I have accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy Preparatory School at West Point. I will report July to begin a year of academic, military, and physical preparation. Upon graduation, I hope to earn an appointment to West Point the following year.
Upon graduating from West Point, I will serve as a second lieutenant in the infantry division of the Army where I will continue challenging myself as a leader and soldier, with the long-term goal to serve as an Army Ranger.
Quinn, Riley
Burrell High School, 11
My future plans include graduating from Burrell High School and remaining in the Top 5 of my class. I then plan to attend a four-year university and major in a STEM related field. I am undecided at this point on a major but would love to do something where I can combine my love for science with my desire to help others and make a difference in my community.
Repak, Madison
Derry Area Senior High School, 12
Attend the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown to pursue a degree in Business with plans to focus on accounting and finance.
Stickney, Martin
St. Joseph High School, 11
Attend college for Computer Science and Broadcasting and join the bowling team.
Tilley, Bliss
Oakland Catholic High School, 12
In college, I plan to major in English and either double major or minor in either film studies or in studio art. There, I will continue to allow my creativity to flourish, and in time, I hope to become an author, whether it be a storyteller or a screenplay writer.
Tilley, Bliss
Oakland Catholic High School, 12
In college, I plan to major in English and either double major or minor in either film studies or in studio art. There, I will continue to allow my creativity to flourish, and in time, I hope to become an author, whether it be a storyteller or a screenplay writer.
Waffensmith, Kennedy
Agora Cyber Charter School, 11
In the future, I plan on pursuing a degree in Data Science, I love to solve problems and create plans or framework to properly execute budgets, plans and data driven findings. I plan to not only attend a university, but to immerse myself into campus life, resembling my present actions. I want to educate myself while working at a local restaurant, volunteering at and regularly attending the local Catholic Church, leading and advising clubs and activities, and playing golf or intramural softball.
West, Sean
Pittsburgh Obama (The Barack Obama Academy of International Studies), 11
In the future, I see myself creating a trade business. I intend to go to college and get a business degree. After I get my degree I want to learn a trade. My goal is to stay in Pittsburgh so my business can contribute to my local community in a positive way.
White, Maddie
Hempfield Area High School, 11
I plan to go to school and have a duel majorette in special education and elementary education. I also plan to stay involved with special Olympics.
Zalevsky, Evan
Norwin High School, 11
With a strong foundation in the sciences, I plan to pursue a career in medicine as a powerful instrument for equity and healing. Aspiring to become a physician dedicated to serving everyone, including underserved populations, I envision specializing in internal medicine to bridge the glaring gaps in access to compassionate, high-quality care.