The Youth Awards was founded in 1998 by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation. Now entering its 26th year, the Youth Awards honors Latino high school seniors who excel in the classroom and community and for their excellence in various categories including: Community Service, Education, Engineering, Entrepreneurship & Business, Green Sustainability, Healthcare & Science, Media & Entertainment, Public Service & Social Justice, and Technology.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze recipients are selected in each category and receive a one-time grant to fund their college education or to fund a community service effort that tackles a social issue, and then one national Awardee is selected in each of the categories.
Lorenzo, a senior at Robertson High School, received the honor and award in the Green Sustainability category, an important focus area for him and the future work he hopes to embark on in the near future. Through his work with the Hermit’s Peak Watershed Alliance, Lorenzo has gained practical hands-on skills and knowledge that supports the watershed and ecosystem of our community in Northern New Mexico. Ultimately, highlighting his leadership qualities and passion for environmental sustainability and longevity of his community’s resources.
Pictured are Lorenzo Lujan, recipient, Keith Maes, ENLACE* Advisor/Career Counselor, and Robertson High School Principal, Thomas P. Trujillo.
*Engaging Latino Communities in Education (ENLACE)
Lorenzo Lujan: "I'm so proud to have received this award and am grateful to the Robertson staff as well as to the Hermit's Peak Watershed Alliance and the Hispanic Heritage Foundation."
