Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo honored local students from across the 40th Assembly District at her Young Community Leader Awards Gala on Friday, June 26th, celebrating students who have demonstrated leadership, service, resilience, compassion, and a commitment to making a positive difference in their schools and communities.

For the past three years, The Young Community Leader Awards have recognized exceptional students from transitional kindergarten through high school who lead by example, support their peers, give back through community or volunteer service, and show persistence and empathy in the face of challenges.

“These students are an inspiration and a powerful reminder that leadership can happen at every age,” said Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo. “From our youngest awardees to our graduating seniors, each of these students has shown what it means to care for others, step up for their community, and lead with kindness. I am so proud to recognize them and grateful to the parents, teachers, mentors, and school communities who helped support and encourage them along the way.”

The 2026 Young Community Leader Award recipients are:

Valencia High School
Ari J. – 12th Grade
Hazel D. – 10th Grade

West Ranch High School
Lucas B. – 12th Grade

Canyon High School
Vianney S. – 12th Grade
Brianna D. – 12th Grade
Valeria O. – 11th Grade
Diego C. – 10th Grade
Kelly G. – 9th Grade

Rio Norte Junior High School
Emma T. – 8th Grade
Liliana B. – 8th Grade
Finn L. – 8th Grade
Miah A. – 8th Grade

Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Blessie M.
Hazel D.

Live Oak Elementary School
Emma A. – 6th Grade
Kairee C. – 6th Grade
Edwin B. – 6th Grade

Castaic Middle School
Aylin R.

Rancho Pico Junior High School
Alicia C. – 8th Grade
Samantha M. – 8th Grade

Superior Street Elementary School
Jayden M. – 3rd Grade
Analissa N. – 2nd Grade

Chatsworth High School
Katie B. – 12th Grade

Peachland Avenue Elementary School
Melanie R. – 6th Grade
Rylie S. – 6th Grade
Rocco S. – 6th Grade

Pico Canyon Elementary School
Camila A. – 6th Grade
Lyri C. – 6th Grade
Braeden K. – 6th Grade
Sofia C. – 5th Grade
Hunter K. – 4th Grade
George W. – 3rd Grade
Maverick Z. – 2nd Grade
Oliver V. – 1st Grade
Hazel H. – Kindergarten
Sarayu V. – TK

Wiley Canyon Elementary School
Juileth A. – 6th Grade

Old Orchard Elementary School
Jamie F. – 6th Grade
Haydee A. – 6th Grade
Michael S. – 6th Grade

Newhall Elementary School
Camila C. – 6th Grade

Oak Hills Elementary School
Kailyn D. – 6th Grade
Marco G. – 6th Grade
Gianna O. – 6th Grade

McGrath Elementary School
Emriec I. – 6th Grade

Sierra Canyon School
Victoria B.

Granada Preparatory School
Nathaniel M. – 8th Grade
Isabelle L.

Tesoro del Valle Elementary School
Aaradhya V. – 6th Grade
Ryder J. – 6th Grade
Ishan K. – 6th Grade

Cedarcreek Elementary School
Priscella H.
Elianna M.
Ricardo D.

James Foster Elementary School
Phoebe B. – 6th Grade
Corben M. – 6th Grade
Brody G. – 6th Grade

Mint Canyon Community School
Nathalie B.

Fair Oaks Ranch Community School
Diana E. – 6th Grade
Zeidi N. – 6th Grade

Mitchell Community School
Mireidhy G.
Zullie T.
Neytan M.

“Every student here represents the future of our community,” said Assemblywoman Schiavo. “Their leadership, compassion, and dedication give us so much hope, and I look forward to seeing all they continue to accomplish.”

Photos from the Young Community Leader Gala can be found here.

Ed Note: The above information was provided by the office of Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo.

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