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Youth Voices

Y Street youth perspectives

A Terrific Tabling Event

Hi everyone! My name is Amber, and I am in the 10th grade at Manor High School in Portsmouth. This is my first year as a member of Y Street, and it has been an absolutely incredible experience. One of the most amazing things I have participated in was our Rev Your Bev event that […]

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Turning the Table with Rev Your Bev

Hello! My name is Aliyah and I am currently a junior at Granby High School in Norfolk. This is my second year in Y Street and my first year on the Y Street Leadership Team (YSLT). I have participated in multiple opportunities for our campaigns, Rev Your Bev and Share The Air, that have provided […]

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My Rev Your Bev Experience

Hey! My name is Kevin. I’m a sophomore at Page County High School. This is my first year in Y Street, and so far I’m enjoying it. Recently, some other members and I helped host a Rev Your Bev event at our school and it was a lot of fun. The event took place during […]

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Teamwork

Hello! Our names are Vivian and Ayla, and we are 9th graders at King George High School. This is our first year in Y Street. Recently, we had the amazing opportunity to meet virtually with Delegate Margaret Ransone to discuss Y Street’s campaigns and goals. We first heard about the opportunity to meet with Delegate […]

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My Y Street Training Experience

Hey! My name is Daniela and I am a sophomore at J.R. Tucker High School. I have been a part of Y Street for two years now. This year, as a returning member, participating in the training was straightforward and educational. The training consisted of four online modules. These modules included information about our campaigns, […]

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Brunswick High School Hydrating Youth

Hi, fellow Y Street members! My name is Jaila. I attend Brunswick High School and I am in the 12th grade. I am honored to write about Brunswick’s SECOND Rev Your Bev event this year featuring Russell Middle School! Taking this event to the middle school was a great opportunity to educate younger students about […]

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The First Drop

Hi, my name is Angel. I’m a senior at John Marshall High School. This is my first year part of Y Street. Our Rev Your Bev campaign promotes healthy drinking habits by encouraging students to drink more water. Recently, we held a Rev Your Bev event at our school and I’d love to share my […]

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Y Street: The Coolest Opportunity you will Come to MEET!

Hello! My name is Makango. I currently attend Potomac Senior High School and I am in the 11th grade. This school year marks my very first year doing Y Street after it came highly recommended by my peers and, honestly, my only regret is that I didn’t do it sooner! For our training, what some […]

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Shooting Hoops and Sharing The Air!

My name is Amya and I’m a senior at Tabb High School. Though this is my first year being a part of Y Street, I have connected with so many students. I now have a different view on how as young people we can help protect our earth and make Virginia healthier for everyone. Share […]

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