Antioch 8th grader named to Contra Costa 2023 Youth Hall of Fame
Jered E. Clark of Black Diamond Middle School to be honored by Supervisors during 29th annual César E. Chávez Commemorative Celebration April 4
By Kristi Jourdan, PIO, Contra Costa County Office of Communications & Media
Ballet Folklórico Netzahualcoyotl dancers will perform accompanied by Mariachi Monumental. Photo: Contra Costa County
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will honor César E. Chávez in a celebration recognizing his commitment to social justice and respect for human dignity. The 29th Annual César E. Chávez Commemorative Celebration will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, in Board Chambers at 1025 Escobar Street in Martinez. Community members can also join the event live on Contra Costa Television channels and the County’s website.
“We honor César E. Chávez and recognize his legacy of fighting injustice and improving the lives of farmworkers, their families, and their communities. We are inspired to commit ourselves to service to others,” said Board Chair Supervisor John Gioia. “We also recognize our 2023 Youth Hall of Fame awardees whose commitment to service and community are to be applauded and are the force moving forward Cesar Chavez’s legacy.”
The theme for this year’s celebration is Hope and Healing – Esperanza y Bienestar. The festival will feature keynote speaker Genoveva Garcia Calloway, community leader and former City of San Pablo Mayor and behavioral health professional, who will share her perspective on César E. Chávez’s legacy.
Jered E. Clark. Photo: CoCoCounty
Antioch 8th grade student Jered E. Clark, was named a Rising Star for Perseverance. Jered Clark currently attends Black Diamond Middle School in Antioch where he holds a 4.0 GPA and will be graduating with his 8th grade class at the end of this school year. He is a self-motivated person who is determined, outgoing, intelligent, and a stand-up scholar. He takes initiative to work on his assignments as well as his extracurricular activities which include volunteering with local nonprofits and playing volleyball.
At two years of age, Jered was a victim of child neglect and diagnosed with behavioral challenges. After tragically losing his parents to domestic violence, he entered the foster care system. Today he faces obstacles head on, remains focused and determined to overcome barriers. His perseverance at just 14 years old clearly shows he has a bright future ahead of him.
The event will include presentation of the 2023 Youth Hall of Fame Awards to students who make outstanding community contributions, live performances by Mariachi Monumental and Ballet Folklórico Netzahualcoyotl, and celebratory remarks from members of the Board of Supervisors.
Following are the County’s 2023 Youth Hall of Fame Awards winners:
High School Awardees:
Volunteerism: Frances Kellman-Lima, El Cerrito High School, 12th grade
Teamwork: Prisha Purohit, San Ramon Valley High School, 11th grade
Perseverance: Anayely Arreola Caldera, Liberty High School, 12th grade
Leadership & Civic Engagement: Anay Pant, Athenian School, 11th grade
Good Samaritan: Aria Capelli, Athenian School, 11th grade
Middle School Rising Stars:
Perseverance: Jered E. Clark, Black Diamond Middle School, 8th grade
Volunteerism Rising Star: Makenzie Lee-Foster, Visions in Education, 6th grade
Teamwork: Zihan Cherry Chou, Adams Middle School, 8th grade
Leadership & Civic Engagement Rising Star: Carter Considine, Head Royce, 9th grade
Good Samaritan: Gianna Baglieri, Rio Vista Elementary School, 3rd grade
The annual celebration honors the diversity and richness of our community. To learn more about the César E. Chávez Ceremony, visit https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/6039 on the Contra Costa County website. The community can also watch the event live online at www.contracosta.ca.gov/6086 or www.contracostatv.org. The celebration will broadcast live on Contra Costa Television channels: Comcast Cable 27, ATT/U-Verse 99, and Astound 32 & 1027.
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Ballet Folklórico Netzahualcoyotl dancers & Mariachi Monumenta
29th Annual Cesar Chavez Celebration
