Spirit of Youth

Johnnie Avakumoff is an excellent role model for his peers. He works hard at school, holds a job at Sam’s club, and is a talented jewelry-maker. Johnnie also enjoys writing essays that he can share with his peers and community. He has written about the importance of staying away from drugs and alcohol, healthy relationships, his faith in God, and most recently, he wrote an essay about bullying.

• Home Town Fairbanks
• School District Fairbanks North Star Borough
• Award Category Faith-Based Service, Overcoming Challenges