Compiled by Jim Shilander
Selected among several local youth, 17-year-old Yossymar Rojas was named “Youth of the Year” by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley for his “sound character, leadership skills and willingness to give back to the community.”
As the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive, the award recognizes individuals who have overcome personal obstacles to make outstanding contributions to his or her family, school, community and local club. Yossymar will now compete against other winners for the county honor.
“Yossy is the perfect example of what kind of young men and women the Boys & Girls Clubs help produce each and every year. We are so proud of not only Yossy, but all the other outstanding young people that were part of the Youth of the Year program and process,” said James Littlejohn, executive director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley.
To learn more about the local club, visit www.bgccapo.com.
