To extend its heartfelt gratitude to over 80 high school and college students who participated in the 2024 Summer Enrichment Program as Youth Leaders and Interns, the Pasadena Educational Foundation held a celebratory ice cream social for its summer program volunteers at Handel’s Ice Cream. All participants were commended and thanked for serving our community well.
These dedicated volunteers collectively contributed thousands of hours to support PEF’s summer enrichment classes. Their mentorship and enthusiasm significantly enhanced the learning of younger students and the program’s overall impact. While many of these outstanding students are expected to return next summer, those moving on to new endeavors were wished the best in their future pursuits. The work skills acquired during their service will undoubtedly prepare them both professionally and personally.
At this festive summer gathering, Pasadena Educational Foundation recognized the exceptional contributions of its 2024 award recipients, as selected by teachers and staff at each school site.
Awards of Distinction
These awards were presented to Youth Leaders and Interns who consistently demonstrated professionalism and exceeded the expectations of teachers and staff, playing a crucial role in the success of classroom lessons and program goals.
Aidan Ayala
Alessandra Santiago
Brandon Than
Casey Yoshida
Catelyn Chen
Colin Sweeney
Collette Kiesel
Danielle Choi
Dash Earnhart
Dhiren Swamy
Emma De la O
Hana Voll
Helen Morales
Hendrick Knapp
Jordan Hershberg
Joseph Santiago
Julian Guerrero
Kyran Molina- Sangana
Levi Ballou
Liam Davis
Mable Knudsen
Mariluna Reyes McGovern
Mia Casas
Monet Latunde
Nathan Yang
Raahi Pearce
Ryley Aquino
Sarahi Sanchez
Sareen Boschetti
Soren Folate
Stefan Kuo
Dedication to Service Awards
These awards were given to Youth Leaders and Interns who have served in the Summer Enrichment Program for two or more years. These individuals have shown a strong commitment to community service, going beyond high school and college requirements and setting a high standard for positive, sustained community engagement.
Adam Iptchilar
Aidan Ayala
Anthony Esparza
Audrey Bradley-McKinnon
Breck Sequeira
Clayton Orzewalla
Colin Sweeney
Emily Wee
Helen Morales
Hendrick Knapp
Ishan Prabhu
Joaquin Torres
Jordan Fleischman
Jordan Hershberg
Joseph Santiago
Julian Guerrero
Julian Kuo
Liam Davis
Lizeth Hernandez
Mable Knudsen
Mateo Sequeira
Minji Cho
Monet Latunde
Morgan Gaskell
Moss Tucker
Nathan Yang
Nathaniel Llana
Neil Byram
Quinn Repella
Raahi Pearce
Ryley Aquino
Sarahi Sanchez
Sareen Boschetti
Soren Folgate
Stefan Kuo
Toby Hom
Special thanks to all of our 2024 Youth Leaders and Interns for their commitment to education!
By Nancy Carol Inguanzo, Community Engagement Manager
