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Board recognizes student trustees; senior Ashley Yu awarded $500 scholarship and gifts
Summary
Board recognized junior Tessa Osagueda (reelected) and senior Ashley Yu (heading to UC Davis) for service; Ashley received a $500 scholarship from the district and gifts, and trustees praised both students for advocacy and leadership.
The board honored student trustees Tessa Osagueda and Ashley Yu during its May 20 meeting, presenting certificates and tokens recognizing their service to the district. Superintendent Dr. Zuniga said the district had expanded student representation to two members so students could mentor each other; Tessa was noted as the first junior to serve a two‑year term and Ashley was recognized for her leadership as she prepares to enroll at UC Davis.
Board members praised both students. Trustee Ricardo Padilla said Ashley is "one strong advocate" and praised Tessa’s reelection by her peers; principal and trustees described Ashley’s tendency to ask tough questions as an asset for student representation. The district presented Ashley with a commemorative box and a $500 scholarship "on behalf of the El Monte High School District" to support her college plans.
Why this matters: The formal recognition underscores the district’s emphasis on student voice in governance and provides a modest scholarship and memorabilia to support a graduating student leader.
