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Rising Stars

The Rising Stars program recognizes and celebrates outstanding youth in our community. 

 What makes a Rising Star?

  • Youth who demonstrate leadership, resilience or contributions to their community.
  • Youth who are making a difference through academics, sports, arts, service or personal growth.

Nominate a Rising Star 

To nominate a Rising Star, email Emon.Ghassemi@GreshamOregon.gov.

The City seeks nominations from community-based organizations or by reaching out to all K-12 schools each month. 

Recognizing achievements  

Nominated youth are invited to a future City Council meeting to be recognized by the Mayor and City Councilors. They will have the chance to take individual and group photos with City leaders as part of their recognition.

Rising Stars

The future looks bright! 

  • Four kids holding their Rising Stars award, pose with City Council members.

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  • March Rising Stars are honored for their achievements. 

  • February Rising Stars include first grader Elise King, high school junior Jamie Crelling, high school senior Danielle Simon and high school senior and Melak Alqs Hamo. These youth were recognized for their leadership, academic and artistic accomplishments.