A high school senior from Irving has received one of the nation’s top youth honors.
Kristin Joseph, a senior at Great Hearts Irving Upper School, was recently awarded the Congressional Award Gold Medal, the highest civilian youth award presented by the U.S. Congress. The recognition honors young people who demonstrate initiative, service, and personal growth across four areas: Voluntary Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration.
To earn the Gold Medal, participants must commit at least 400 hours of community service, 200 hours each of personal development and physical fitness, and complete a multi-day exploration experience. Kristin not only met but exceeded those requirements…