Berkley Students Recognized at BHWYA Youth Recognition Ceremony
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The Berkley/Huntington Woods Youth Assistance (BHWYA) Youth Recognition Ceremony was held on April 16, 2026. Students were nominated by Berkley School District staff and community members for being outstanding citizens. In addition to honoring students with Youth Recognition awards, the following student received the BHWYA Mel Ross Scholarship: Claudia Smith.
Congratulations to the following Berkley Schools students who were recognized:
Angell Elementary
- Madeleine Curlew
- Avynn Gatewood
- Herney Geralds
- Ellie Langevin
- Hendrick Lentz
- Amiera Moss
- Derrick Scott III
Burton Elementary
- Marina Daley
- Campbell Franklin
- Quinn Hoelscher
- Jack Jelinek
- Henry Schlutow
Pattengill Elementary
- Henry Stachura
Rogers Elementary
- Theodora Busch
- Christian Byrd
- Antonia Keller
- Evan McClure
Norup International
- Dominic Rouse
- Emma Terbrack
- Daniel Uvaydov
Anderson Middle School
- Charlotte Buckley
- Reese Chaney
- Charlie Converse
- Samantha Jones
- Frances Lambert
- Anna Rittenbery
- Hazel Sturgis
Berkley High School
- Lance Riplett III
The mission of the Berkley/Huntington Woods Youth Assistance is to strengthen youth and families, and to reduce the incidence of delinquency and neglect through community involvement. To learn more and support, visit their website.