FEBRUARY 13 • 2020 | 25
Rising Stars: Seeking Terrific Teens
A
t the JN, we often hear of young
people doing great things and
making a difference in our com-
munity and in the lives of others. We bet
you know some, too, and have already
sung their praises to those you know.
Now is the time to shine the public
spotlight on these remarkable young peo-
ple. For the second year, the JN, Jfamily
and the Youth Professionals Network are
inviting community members to nomi-
nate worthy teens for “Rising Stars: Teens
Making a Difference,” a showcase that will
highlight 18 exceptional Jewish teens in
the Metro Detroit area. Winners will be
featured in an issue of the JN and will also
be recognized on the JN and Jfamily social
media pages.
Nominees must live in Michigan, iden-
tify as Jewish and be a student in grades
9-12; they can be self-nominated or may
be nominated by others.
Nominees should be recognized for
impact, contribution and/or achievement
in areas including (but not limited) to:
• Tikkun olam, volunteerism, social
action, advocacy, philanthropy
• Academics/education
• Athletics
• Music & arts
• Business & entrepreneur
ship
• Overcoming obstacles and
challenges
• Jewish growth and learning
• Leadership
“Young people in our community are
doing amazing things,” said Keri Guten
Cohen, JN story development editor. “Our
pages already highlight young people
involved in entrepreneurial pursuits, aca-
demics, Israel advocacy, sports, the arts,
volunteering, mental health advocacy and
much more. When a conversation arose
about how to honor their efforts and pas-
sions, I suggested ‘
Rising Stars.’
After see-
ing last year’
s candidates, I am certain this
program will continue for a long time.
”
Katie Vieder, director of teen engage-
ment for Jfamily, adds, “In today’
s world,
so many of the stories we hear about teens
are negative and focused on challenging
issues. While this information is import-
ant, it is also vital that we recognize the
good in our teens. So many of our teens
are doing fantastic things, making a posi-
tive impact on their peers and the commu-
nity and achieving greatness. Jfamily and
the Youth Professionals Network recognize
the value of shining a light on the positive,
bringing attention to our community’
s
future Jewish leaders.”
To nominate yourself or a teen you
know, go to jfamily.jccdet.org/rising-stars.
The deadline is March 8.
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