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Generation News visits the Monroe County Youth Bureau and learns about Youth as Resources. Youth as Resources(YAR) is a community-based youth philanthropy and youth voice program, funded by the Rochester-Monroe County Youth Bureau and the Rochester Area Community Foundation. The YAR Board provides mini-grants to young people to design and implement civic engagement activities and service projects which target social problems, resolve community issues, and contribute to significant community improvement.
Sarah DeLaus
Sarah DeLaus is the School Board Student Representative for her second consecutive year. This Wilson Commencement High School senior loves serving her peers as their voice to a distinguished school board cast. We had the opportunity to see her in action as she met with the District's Director of Safety and Security James Sheppard, to discuss issues of school safety. Sarah is also a news anchor herself at StudentFirst which is produced by students of RCSD. After high school Sarah hopes to pursue a degree in medicine.
Double Trouble
This week Generation News and Justin Ortiz take on “Double Trouble” of the Bishop Kearney Kings. Quarterback Jake Meek and Wide Receiver Jerome Lewis have teamed up to make one of the most feared duos in Section V Football. We spoke with them about what it takes to lead a team full of talented players.