Esther Montiel is Named 2019 Youth of the Year

Jessica Gaspar • February 12, 2019

Esther Montiel

Congratulations to our 2019 Youth of the Year, Esther Montiel!

Esther is in 10th grade and loves to play basketball. She wants to study Criminology on the East Coast and hopes to one day work for a branch of government. In the 4 and a half years that Esther has been with the Boys & Girls Club she has formed bonds with the youth and staff. Helping younger kids is what she loves most and has given back to the community by giving them a sense of hope and guidance. Being a part of the Boys & Girls Club has changed her life for the better and given her hope for the future. 


Esther has demonstrated what leadership, dedication and hard work truly means.We are pleased to have Esther represent the Antelope Valley Boys & Girls Club throughout this year and at the 2019 Los Angeles County Youth of the Year.

Thank you to all of our 2019 Youth of the Year Nominees for sharing your stories, reaching out to the community, and being positive and encouraging role models to all of the members here at the Boys & Girls Club.

Youth of the Year is a year-round character and leadership program that recognizes Boys and Girls Club members who display the spirit of the Club. Aged 14-18, these teens demonstrate academic achievement, leadership skills and service to the community. They are working hard, investing in themselves and have their sights set on achieving a GREAT FUTURE.

Join us throughout the year to see what Esther will encounter and experience being our 2019 Youth of the Year.

Thank You to Our Sponsors for Your Generous Support!

Special thanks to our Youth of the Year committee members:
Event Chair- Pam Gaspar, Bernie Longjohn, Marie Longjohn, and Amanda Petryshyn.

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