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Rep. Napolitano Honors Student with Congressional Youth Award

April 16, 2014

(El Monte, CA) Today, Rep. Grace F. Napolitano (CA-32) honored Kyle Kearney of West Covina with the Gold and Silver Congressional Award medallions for outstanding achievement and service.

"We are so proud of Kyle's years of hard work and accomplishments, and today we give him the recognition he deserves," Napolitano said. "Kyle has touched the lives of so many youngsters through his mentorship in academics, sports, and photography. He is a well-rounded individual with a big heart and a bright future ahead. We congratulate him on achieving his goals, wish him continued success, and thank him for giving so much back to our community."

"It's a really great honor to be able to meet my local Congresswoman and be awarded the Congressional Award Gold Medal," said Kyle Kearney. "It has really been a culmination of a lot of work over the past two years. It helps with college applications, but it's a lot of fun and teaches you about personal development, autonomy, and pushing yourself forward. I encourage everyone to register and get involved as soon as they can. It's truly a great experience."

Kearney is 19 and currently attends UCLA, pursuing a degree in English. He qualified for both the gold and silver medals after completing 800 cumulative hours of service. The Congressional Award for youth is non-partisan, voluntary, and non-competitive. The program is open to all 14- to 23-year-olds. Participants earn Bronze, Silver and Gold Congressional Award Certificates and Bronze, Silver and Gold Congressional Award Medals. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas; Volunteer Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration. To learn more, visit https://www.congressionalaward.org/.

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