2019 Military Finalists
Military Youth of the Year
The Military Youth of the Year honor is a distinct component of the National Youth of the Year program. It recognizes a Club member served on a U.S. military installation who has overcome enormous odds and demonstrated exceptional character and accomplishments. To earn this honor, Club youth advance through local, state and regional competitions. After the Military Youth of the Year is named at the culminating ceremony in August, he or she advances to join the five regional Youth of the Year finalists from non-military Clubs to compete for the National Youth of the Year title.
Lauro M.
Club/Organization: U.S. Army Garrison Fort Knox CYS Services
College/University: University of Florida
Career Goal: Journalism
Christian A.
Club/Organization: Joint Base Lewis-McChord CYS Services
College/University: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Career Goal: Engineer
Desha J.
Club/Organization: Joint Base Andrews Youth Programs
College/University: Bowie State University
Career Goal: Rehabilitation Psychiatrist
Isabella M.
Club/Organization: Yokota Air Base Youth Programs
College/University: Air Force Academy
Career Goal: Diplomat
Arianna F.
Club/Organization: Tinker AFB Youth Program
College/University: Rose State College
Career Goal: Law Enforcement
