USAFE announces Youth of the Year

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A dependent at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, was recently selected as the U.S. Air Forces in Europe 2005 USAFE Youth of the Year.

Award winner Jose Tovar, age 17, is the son of Jose and Elsa Tovar, both teachers for Department of Defense Dependents Schools in the Spangdahlem AB area.

The Youth of the Year Program recognizes superior leadership skills, academic achievement, and outstanding service to the community. By receiving this honor Jose will be awarded a $3,000 scholarship for post high school education. Jose was selected from 13 candidates for his service to Spangdahlem AB youth programs and community, his academic achievements, and moral, ethical and family values.

Jose was also named the European Youth of the Year and will compete for the Northeast Regional Youth of the Year in New York City in July.

Initiative, public service and personal development are qualities exemplified by all base-level Youth of the Year winners. Jose and the other candidates were honored at the Youth of the Year ceremony, June 20 - 24 in Washington, DC.