By Stephanie Caron- Editor-in-Chief

Senior Alexis Broderick recently won the Boys and Girls Club of Milford’s Youth of the Year award.

This award is presented to one teenager every year for their leadership, academic excellence, and dedication to community service. 

“Youth of the Year is part of the Boys and Girls Club of America’s premiere recognition program,” Broderick said. “It celebrates young people, ages 14-18, for their commitment to community service, academic success, good character, citizenship, and establishment of long-term goals.”

Broderick has been with the Boy and Girls Club of Milford for multiple years, dedicating and committing time to helping others in her community. 

“It felt really good to win this award,” Broderick said. “All of my hard work to my community and my leadership skills have paid off.” 

Creating friendships and establishing leadership skills has helped Broderick succeed not only at the Boys and Girls Club but also at school. 

“I have been a club kid for 10 years and I always told myself when I was little that I would be the Youth of the Year one day,” Broderick said. “To look back and actually successfully complete and get this award means a lot more than people may think.”